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Standard Chartered Bank

Standard Chartered in Singapore is part of an international banking group with an extensive network of over 1,700 branches and outlets in more than 70 countries in the Asia Pacific, South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, the United Kingdom and the Americas.

With a history of more than 150 years in Singapore, the Bank opened its first branch in 1859 and was among the first international banks to receive a Qualifying Full Bank (QFB) licence in October 1999. It serves both Consumer and Wholesale Banking customers.

Standard Chartered is committed to building a sustainable business over the long term and is trusted worldwide for upholding high standards of corporate governance, social responsibility, environmental protection and employee diversity. The Bank’s heritage and values are expressed in its brand promise, ‘Here for good’.

Standard Chartered has been the title sponsor of the marathon since 2002, reflecting its commitment to the community. The marathon also resonates with what Standard Chartered stands for as an organisation – a determination to go the extra mile, no matter what. The Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore 2011 is expected to draw in running elites and enthusiasts from Singapore and around the world, introducing new race categories and a brand new route.

For more details, please visit http://www.standardchartered.com

ASICS®

The history of ASICS® began with the establishment of Onitsuka Co. Ltd. in 1949. According to a philosphy based on "bringing up sound youth through sports," the company has kept the tradition of specializing in manufacturing sports shoes by having original ideas and applying epoch-making techniques.

In 1977, the Onitsuka Co. Ltd. became ASICS®. The name, an acronym, derives from Anima Sana In Corpore Sano, an old Latin phrase, expressing the ancient ideal of "A Sound Mind in a Sound Body." It's not a tagline, it's a reason for being. It's a foundation, a goal, an inspiration. It's why we began and when we lose sight of it, is when we'll call it quits.

Today, ASICS® continues to walk in Mr. Onitsuka's footsteps. ASICS® prides itself on building the finest products for the sports enthusiast. The rigorous technical and quality standards of the brand's shoes, apparel and accessories are unmatched.

ASICS® will be launching more exciting Footwear & Apparel for this year's marathon so do watch out for them!

www.runnersworld.com.sg

BMW Asia

BMW EfficientDynamics is about shaping the future of driving through the reduction of fuel consumption and emmision levels without compromising on performance. With more than 1,000,000 vehicles worldwide already equipped with BMW EfficientDynamics' fuel-saving technologies, it is further proof that environmentally-friendly mobility and driving pleasure are anything but mutually exclusive.

Through this special partnership with Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore 2011, BMW hopes to transfer the same principles of EfficientDynamics onto the human body by sharing with runners the secrets to achieving greater efficiency, and ultimately, sheer mobility pleasure.

Tiger Balm

About Tiger Balm® ACTIVE

Tiger Balm Active is the new range of muscle rubs, gels and sprays, specially formulated by Tiger Balm, the name you can trust. Designed for the individual with an active lifestyle, Tiger Balm Active is what you need for warm-ups, cool-downs and relief of your muscular aches, pains and strains.

So go on. Step up. Get Active!

Tiger Balm® ACTIVE Muscle Rub

Tiger Balm® ACTIVE Muscle Rub has a non-greasy feel for soothing muscle aches, pains and strains. Also effective for pre-sports warm up.

Tiger Balm® ACTIVE Muscle Gel

The soothing gel comes with a non-sticky feel, great for combating fatigued muscles and aiding muscle recovery. Good also for post-sports cool down.

Tiger Balm® ACTIVE Muscle Spray

Tiger Balm® ACTIVE Muscle Spray is good for fast and easy application. Effective for relieving sore and aching muscles in hard to reach areas.

For more details, please visit http://www.tigerbalm.com/sg/range/20

Pure Fitness

Pure Fitness is proud to be the Official Fitness Sponsor for the Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore 2011.

Pure Fitness, first established in Hong Kong, brings the best training experiences from around the world to Singapore, with its first club located in Orchard Road at Knightsbridge and another coming soon to the Marina Bay vicinity at Asia Square Tower. Pure Fitness is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and specialty facilities such as a functional training area and Power-Plate Zone, and provides complimentary induction programmes for all new joints. Pure's international team includes PTA Global certified trainers and passionate instructors who lead over 80 group exercise classes weekly - Polar Cardio GX System, TRX Blast, Boot Camp, Kick Boxing, Pole Dancing and Les Mills programmes, as well as Latino Jam, Jazz Funk and more. Personalised DVD entertainment on all cardio equipment, complimentary towels, toiletries and workout gear are just some of the distinctive offerings.

Starhub

StarHub is Singapore's fully-integrated info-communication company, offering a full range of information, communications and entertainment services for both consumer and corporate markets. Starhub operates Singapore's fastest two-way HSPA+ mobile network that delivers up to 21Mbps for downlink to complement its nation-wide GSM network, and an island-wide HFC network that delivers multi-channel cable TV services (including High Definition Television and on-demand services) as well as ultra-high speed residential broadband services. StarHub also operates an extensive fixed business network that provides a wide range of data, voice and wholesale services. Over Singapore's fibre-based Next Generation Nationwide Broadband Network, StarHub offers a broad range of home and business broadband plans along with a host of advanced media-rich value-added services.

SEIKO

The history of SEIKO is a 130 year story of innovation. From the very start, Kintaro Hattori was determined to be at the forefront of the industry and his oft-repeated credo was that “SEIKO should always be a step ahead of the others.” From the day in 1895 that he made the first pocket watch, he put SEIKO in the lead and, thanks to a continuous stream of industry-leading innovations over the decades, the company has never relinquished its position as a world leader in the technology of time. The secret of SEIKO’s success lies in its determination to innovate in every area of the watchmaker’s art. Thanks to this breadth of expertise, SEIKO has found synergies between technologies that have spurred further innovations. Today, SEIKO is a true ‘manufacture,’ making its own components, from advanced IC’s to balance springs, and it is the ‘manufacture’ with four watch making technologies, mechanical, quartz, Kinetic and Spring Drive.

For more information, please log on to www.thongsia.com.sg

Giant

Giant currently operates eight stores islandwide.

As the leading hypermarket chain in Singapore, we hope to further expand our outreach programme to provide the larger part of the community with convenience of shopping for everything under one roof and access to our big variety, great value deals.

At the same time, Giant currently offers a wide variety of quality, value-for-money goods and products.

There is a wide assortment and large volume of fresh produce delivered daily to our stores that are guaranteed the freshest and at the most competitive pricing for you at your family’s enjoyment.

In Giant, you can also find a huge selection of trustworthy brands for your daily necessities and utilization at home at trusted pricing too.

In fact, there’s always something for everyone!!

For more details, please visit www.gianthypermarket.com.sg

100PLUS

OUTDO YOURSELF with 100PLUS - Singapore's No. 1 isotonic drink, 100PLUS, was launched in 1984 to satisfy the growing demand for a sports-based beverage. This specially formulated 'thirst and body-quencher' helps to replenish lost fluids and combat the effects of dehydration, heats, and exertion - supporting you while achievin peak performance in your active lifestyle.

100PLUS hydrates you by combining fluids, glucose and electrolytes for quick and efficient restoration of the body, better than water can. The combination of glucose, electrolytes and fluids help to accelerate the body's absorbtion of fluids, while the glucose provides an immediate available source of energy needed by the muscle tissue.

100PLUS is available in regular, tangy tangerine and lemon lime flavours that may come in 330ml cans, 500ml PET bottles, and 1.5L PET bottles at all leading stores. 100PLUS carries the "Healthier Choice Symbol" for meeting the category criteria of having less than 7g of sugar per 100ml.

For more details, please visit http://www.100plus.com.sg

Canon

Canon is a global leader in photographic and digital imaging solutions. Canon Singapore Pte Ltd is the headquarters for South & Southeast Asia driving sales, marketing and service strategies. Besides handling the domestic market, the company leads 18 other countries including subsidiaries in India, Malaysia, Thailand and a representative office in Vietnam. The parent company Canon Inc has a global network of more than 200 companies and employs more than 160,000 people worldwide. It is dedicated to the advancement in technology and innovation and commits about 10% of its total revenue each year to R&D. Canon is consistently one of the top few companies to earn the most number of patents over the last 18 years. As a Fortune Global 500 company, Canon is guided by its kyosei philosophy that focuses on living and working together for the common good.

More information is available at www.canon.com.sg

National Parks Board

National Parks Board (NParks) is responsible for providing and enhancing the greenery of the Garden City. Beyond green infrastructure, NParks is committed to enhancing the quality of life through creating memorable recreational experiences and lifestyles.

NParks manages over 50 major parks and 4 nature reserves. Adding to this is the extensive streetscape that forms the bankbone of our City in a Garden. An island-wide Park Connector Network is also being developed to link major parks and residential areas.

As Singapore's scientific authority on nature conservation, NParks monitors and coordinates measures to ensure the health of Singapore's biodiversity.

NParks is also the lead agency in the efforts to continually upgrade the local landscape industry. It works closely with partners to promote good work practices and create a thriving, innovative and professional industry that will support Singapore's aspirations of being a City in a Garden.

For more information, log on to www.nparks.gov.sg

Sentosa Development Corporation

For the second year running, Sentosa is proud to be the official venue partner for the Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore 2011.

Sentosa has also hosted premier international sporting events such as the Volve Ocean Race, the SWATCH-FIVB Women's Beach Volleyball World Tour, and is home of the Barclays Singapore Open.

Located 15 minutes from the city, Sentosa is home to an exciting array of unique experiences, world class hotels & resorts, golden beaches, waterfront restaurants and bars, lush rainforests, renowned gold courses, a deep-water yachting marina, and luxurious residences. Exciting attractions such as iFLY Singapore, Wave House Sentosa, MegaZip Adventure Park, Southeast Asia's very first Universal Studios Singapore theme park, as well as a vibrant beach lifestyle, all make Sentosa a compelling destination for you to play and bond with your loved ones. Play together to live life to the fullest and create memories with your loved ones that last a lifetime. PLAY to Bond at Sentosa, Asia's Favourite Playground.

Visit www.sentosa.com for more details.

Resorts World Sentosa

Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), Singapore’s first integrated resort is located on the resort island of Sentosa. Spanning 49 hectares, the resort has welcomed over 15 million visitors since it opened in January 2010. RWS is home to the region’s first-and-only Universal Studios theme park, a casino, luxurious accommodation in four unique hotels, the Resorts World Convention Center, celebrity chef restaurants as well as specialty retail outlets. The resort also offers entertainment ranging from its resident theatrical circus spectacular Voyage de la Vie, to public attractions such as the Crane Dance and the Lake of Dreams. Resorts World Sentosa is currently developing the second phase of the Resort. Upon completion, RWS will open the Maritime Experiential Museum and Aquarium, the Marine Life Park, a destination spa and two additional hotels. Resorts World Sentosa is wholly owned by Genting Singapore, a company of the Genting Group.

Active Network

Active Network provides integrated online technology including registrations, data mangement and marketing to sports and other events. Offering the most powerful software and media engine of its kind available today, Active Network ensures that sports organisations across Asia automate and simplify operations, management and participation, while offering participants a secure platform to register for their favourite events. With offices and local entitles in Singapore, China, Australia, USA, Canada and United Kingdom, the Active Network manages online technology for more than 75,000 events in 39 countries worldwide every year.

www.active.com

 

Alexandra Health

Established on 1 April 2008, Alexandra Health is a new healthcare cluster that currently comprises of a 550-bed acute care Khoo Teck Puat Hospital and Jurong Medical Centre.

Khoo Teck Puat Hospital (KTPH) marks the beginning of an integrated healthcare hub in the north of Singapore, where we are committed to providing high quality, affordable healthcare to the community.

At KTPH, taking care of the healthcare needs of patients means more than just providing a comprehensive range of medical services and specialties within one hospital. It is also about providing the right kind of environment in and around the hospital – a place that is both conducive and comfortable for heeling.

The design of KTPH harmoniously brings together the elements of accessibility, comfort and convenience for our patients and visitors. Our patients are our core focus, and we strive to provide a hassle-free experience for our patients.

Conrad

Located in the heart of exciting Marina ay, Singapore's most integrated commercial and entertainment precinct, this award-winning luxury hotel offers 507 guestrooms and suites, complemented by world-class facilities to match. Each exquisitely furnished guestroom and suite offers panoramic views of the city, Foundtain of Wealth or bayfront.

Conrad Centennial's strategic location provides convenient access to Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, over 1,000 shops, 300 restaurants as well as in close proximity to exciting arts & cultural venues like the world-renowned, Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay. The hotel is just 20 minutes drive to Changi International Airport and Singapore Expo, a 3-minute walk to the Promenade Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) station and 5 minutes drive to Asia's largest casino and entertainment centre in Marina Bay.

Other hotel facilities include 24-hour fitness centre, 24-hour in-room dining, spa services, luxurious outdoor pool, all-day dining venue, Oscar's, award-winning Chinese restaurant, Golden Peony and cosy Lobby Lounge.

Visit Conrad Centennial Singapore NOW!

ELM

Founded in 1968, ELM Medallist & Jeweller is the region’s leader specialising in the manufacture of Orders, Decorations and Medals (ODM), customised luxury Objet d’art and bespoke services of the highest quality.

With over four decades of experience, the gifts made by ELM for royalty, national uniformed organisations and government bodies, all bear the quality craftsmanship that clients around the world have come to trust, including State and Military Medals, Corporate Awards and Trophies and a wide array of recognition gifts.

The making of insignias is a craft that embodies the rich tradition, culture and significance of each Order. ELM embraces the symbolic importance of every ODM with the same respect and honour, such as what is awarded to its recipient.

For more information, please visit http://www.elm.com.sg/

GIVE.sg

GIVE.sg is the leading online fundraising platform for charities in Singapore. Our platform empowers individuals as well as companies to support their favourite charities in an easy and simple way. Create an online fundraising page for your favourite charity on GIVE.sg and share it with your friends and family. Anyone around the world can donate using credit or debit cards in a safe and secure way to show their support on your fundraising page. You automatically get a tax deduction of 2.5 times the donation amount every time you donate to an IPC listed on GIVE.sg

International Exhibitions Group

International Exhibitions Group is a member to the leaders in Total Brand Activation – Pico Group. We have made tremendous inroads in the consumer exhibitions landscape by establishing ourselves as the premium organisers of fully sold out consumer exhibitions.

Our mission is to be the company of choice for all exhibitors and brands; to establish ourselves as the leaders in the industry. We want all our partners to grow with us through our successful exhibitions and events, to align ourselves with dynamic growth and proven results.

For more information, please log on to http://www.internationalexhibitionsgroup.com/

 

Marathon Photos

Marathon-Photos.com photographs and films distance and endurance events around the world. Images are displayed online for viewing and ordering.

To view your photos and video, simply find the event on our website and type in your surname or race number. Orders may be places online, with a number of secure payment options.

We offer an exciting range of print and digital photo options - plus personal video and DVD. Digital orders and available to download soon after ordering and receipt of payment. The DVD provides a complete record of race day, including a runner's personal video and photos, which embedded as a slide show.

We employ a strong team of professional photographers to capture your running achievement. For the best photos, we like runners to have their bib numbers clearly visible - and to smile!

We look forward to photographing and filming you on the day.

Nathan

It's what drives our athletes to be better, stronger, faster. It's why they refuse to accept limitations, and why they train harder, aim higher, and "redefine humanly possible" by overcoming impossibilities. Our athletes serve as our inspiration for relentless innovation. Like our athletes, we are in a tireless pursuit of excellence – they drive us to design and refine, and inspire new features, products, and categories.

It's this tireless pursuit that has made Nathan Performance Gear a world leader of innovative hydration, reflective, and multisport gear and accessories. Nathan's line of race belts and vests, bladder packs, handhelds, runner's packs, bottles, and reflective vests and accessories continue to help athletes of all levels redefine humanly possible. Available in specialty running shops, sporting goods stores, and over 35 countries worldwide, Nathan Performance Gear is a subsidiary of Penguin Brands, Inc.

Nature Valley

Nature Valley brings toegther the finest ingredients into an irresistible snack.

100% whole grain oats. Crispy cereal. A touch of real honey, roasted almonds, maple syrup, or cinnamon*. Slow oven-baked to crunchy perfection.

Nature Valley bars will help keep your active lifestyle going, whether you're running a marathon or taking a walk in the park. Delicious, wholesome and easy to bring along, anytime, anywhere.

So go ahead. Grab a delicious bite of nature... with Nature Valley.

*Try all of our varieties: Oats N' Honey, Variety Pack (Peanut Butter, Cinnamon & Oats N' Honey), Roasted Almond, Apple Crisp and Maple Brown Sugar.

Now with new Chewy in Fruit and Nut and Mixed Berry variants for a limited time only!

Available at major supermarkets and convenience stores.

**Contains Soy, Almond, Peanut, Pecan, Hazelnut and Walnut ingredients.

Visit our Facebook Fanpage at http://www.facebook.com/NatureValleySingapore

PayPal

PayPal is the faster, safer way to pay and get paid online. The service allows members to send payments without sharing financial information, with the flexibility to pay using their account balances, bank accounts (where available), credit carsd and other methods. With more than 90 million active accounts in 190 markets and 25 currencies around the world, PayPal enables global e-commerce. The company's open payment platform, PayPal X, allows developers to build innovative payment applications on multiple platforms and devices. More information about the company can be found at https://www.paypal.com.sg

PayPal is headquartered in San Jose, California and its international headquarters is located in Singapore.

Racers' Toolbox

Racers’ Toolbox is a leading athletic testing and consulting company. We offer a unique and powerful lifetime approach to weight management, health and endurance performance.

The Racers’ Toolbox training approach focuses on helping you to understand your body and its energy systems so that you can program it to work for you, not against you.

Backed by research and consumer success stories, our approach focuses on providing amateur athletes with training structure, intensity management and support.

Through our state of the art Athletic Lab we provide services which have been tailored and refined to meet the needs of our clients who are juggling work and family, together with their fitness or racing goals. These are services that were previously only available to professional athletes.

Wanting to improve the mediocre and unquantifiable training tools being offered to working athletes and businesses within the industry, former elite triathletes Ben Pulham and Jonathan Fong founded Racers’ Toolbox in 2008 to offer a sustainable, effective and measurable training system.

Shotz

Shotz is the brand of sports nutrition products respected by world-class athletes and active lifestyle enthusiasts at all levels and from all walks of life. To the consumer, the Shotz brand represents, not only a lifestyle but superior product quality, the state-of-the-art in performance nutrition science, and an unparalleled level of customer care.

Shotz Energy Gel – carbohydrate food in liquid/gel form.

Portable, great tasting and simple to consume, Shotz Energy Gels provides premium fuel to keep the active muscles energised. Keep on the go, while you're on the move. Since 1995 our energy gel has been the preferred choice for athletes and active lifestyle participants from all ages and ability. It has everything to do with the smooth, consistent texture that is easy to consume even during extreme intensity.

For more information, log on to http://www.shotz.sg/

 

Showtec

Showtec Communications is a one stop, turnkey technical production service company in entertainment technology. We provide management, equipment rental, logistics, onsite labour, systems integration and sales distribution.

Specializing in corporate entertainment, live and televised events, concerts, theatrical productions, trade shows and public events. With extensive local and regional experience, we can bring our expertise to your next event.

We also offers sales, distribution and installation of a variety of quality entertainment technology systems. We are the regional distributor for DTS Lighting products, High End Systems WholeHog lighting control systems, Yamaha digital audio consoles, Allen Avionics line of custom passive electronic components and Analog Way video mixing, switching, event control and video conversion systems.

Let us bring our varied expertise to your next production to make it a compelling and successful event for you and your attendees.

For more information, please visit http://www.showtecgroup.com/

Stamford Catering

Make a statement, leave an impression.

This is what we at Stamford Catering strive towards. We firmly believe that every occasion deserves the best: delicious cuisine, excellent service and immaculate set up.

Only then would your guests feel that you genuinely care about their presence, and in making this statement, you leave them with an everlasting impression.

Our extensive experience in catering for more than a decade has positioned us as the leading catering outfit in Singapore that many companies approach for their important functions. We make painstaking efforts in ensuring that all of our customers are well served by our team of professionals. We have identified the various sectors that require our services, and upgrade our highly experienced staff accordingly to serve the needs of these specific sectors with their different demands and priorities.

No matter what your occasion is, we are here to cater to all of your needs.

For more information, please visit http://www.stamfordcs.com.sg/

Urban Homme

Urban Homme was first established in 2001 as a subsidiary of Mary Chia Holdings Limited. Urban Homme's vision of catering specifically to the grooming and wellness needs of the male consumer is translated in its service philosophy, that is, to present our customers with technologically-advanced, skin and body sculpting soluntions with proven efficacies. The brand continues to evolve and adapt to address the ever-changing grooming and wellness needs of today's man with the introduction of new signature therapies such as the Bio-Electri abdominal sculpting, RxP facial rejuvenation and CrystalLite body hair removal therapies. For more information on Urban Homme, please visit www.urbanhommeformen.com

Gold Coast Airport Marathon

Gold Coast Airport Marathon, Australia – 30 June to 1 July 2012.