Algebra sponsors the 2023 Italian Festival in Singapore
Algebra is a proud sponsor of the 2023 Italian Festival in Singapore, organized by the Embassy of Italy in collaboration with the Italian Trade Agency (ICE), the Italian Chamber of Commerce of Singapore, and various Italian associations and brands, aims to promote Italian excellence in multiple sectors. From May to July 2023, the festival will feature various events held in partnership with Singaporean organizations.
The festival’s previous edition, which attracted over 200,000 attendees, played a crucial role in raising awareness about Italian excellence in traditional fields like fashion, food, and wine, as well as in technologically advanced sectors. Building upon that success, this year’s festival promises to be equally impressive.
The festival will begin with Italy’s participation in IMDEX-Asia, an international maritime defense exhibition. The event’s highlight will showcase the “Francesco Morosini” Multipurpose Offshore Patrol Vessel, a cutting-edge Italian Navy ship. Moored at Changi Naval Base, the ship represents the forefront of Italian naval and electronic technology, boasting impressive specifications such as 6,000 tons of displacement, 143 meters in length, and 17.5 meters in width. Notably, the vessel features the innovative “Naval Cockpit” concept bridge, which allows for streamlined operations with just two operators.
As a testament to Singapore’s status as a strategic hub, the “Francesco Morosini” will make its first Asian port call in Singapore during its global campaign. Beyond its maritime significance, the ship will serve as a platform to promote Italian excellence in various fields, including culture and scientific research.
Special activities are planned, such as visits from local schools, lectures in collaboration with Singaporean universities, and a jazz concert, all providing participants with a firsthand experience of Italy’s cutting-edge technologies and innovative systems.
In June, the festival will celebrate Italy’s National Day, “Festa della Repubblica,” by featuring the region of Puglia at Gardens by the Bay. Through Apulian-inspired installations and cultural content exclusively brought from Italy, the festival will enliven one of Singapore’s iconic venues. The collaboration between the Embassy of Italy, the Regione Puglia, and Puglia Promozione, along with Italian sponsors, will ensure an immersive experience for visitors.
Moreover, the festival will showcase Italian theater, cinema, and scientific collaborations. Italian artist Andrea Salutri will present a remarkable performance of Object Theatre, blurring the boundaries between contemporary circus, dance, and physical theater. Film enthusiasts can enjoy a lineup of Italian cinema during the EU Film Festival and Italian Film Festival, featuring acclaimed movies like ‘Siccita’-Dry’ by Paolo Virzi’ and ‘Nuovo Cinema Paradiso’ by Giuseppe Tornatore.
Scientific collaborations will also be highlighted, as Italy’s partnership with Singapore’s Botanical Gardens will be commemorated with two events. First, a seminar on “Biodiversity and Migration of Botanical Species” will take place at the Singapore Botanic Gardens, followed by a talk on the innovations of the two gardens at the Embassy of Italy.
The success of the Italian Festival in Singapore is attributed to the contributions of Italian institutions, companies, the Italian community, and the academic world of both countries. The Embassy of Italy aims to replicate the achievements of the previous edition by fostering a collaborative team spirit. For online promotions and a complete list of events, interested individuals can visit the festival’s official website, which will provide regular updates on various activities, including cultural showcases, commercial exhibitions, scientific-technological workshops, and wine and food tastings.
