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Industry 5.0: The future of manufacturing in Singapore

Singapore’s manufacturing sector is entering a new era—one that’s intelligent, connected, sustainable and human-centric. Here’s what’s driving the change, and what leaders need to know.

Categories: Cyber security, Artificial intelligence and machine learning, IoT, Manufacturing and logistics

02 Dec 2025

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The big shift

From Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0

The shift is on—from smart factories to factories that are smart, sustainable and human-centric. Industry 5.0 blends human expertise with advanced technologies to deliver personalised, resilient and eco-conscious products.

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75% of Gen Z consumers will pay more for sustainable products.

The opportunity

The opportunity

<p><b>Hyper-automation: Powering the future factory</b></p> <p>To meet rising demands for speed, precision and personalisation, manufacturers are turning to hyper-automation—the coordinated use of AI, IoT, robotics and analytics to transform operations.<br /> <br /> Predictive maintenance can significantly cut downtime and by 2028, 65% of large manufacturers will deploy edge + IoT for real-time control.</p>

The challenge

The challenge

<p><b>Securing the hyperconnected factory</b></p> <p>As IT and OT converge, the attack surface expands. AI-powered threats, legacy OT vulnerabilities and tougher compliance rules mean security-by-design is no longer optional.<br /> <br /> 71% of digital vanguards meet their cyber goals — vs 48% of others.</p>

The next step

Lead in the Industry 5.0 era

The future of manufacturing is here—and Singapore is poised to lead.

But success will require bold strategies, the right capabilities and a clear roadmap.

Download the Manufacturing in the Age of Industry 5.0 report to explore the strategies, technologies, and real-world examples that will define the next decade of manufacturing.

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