Acknowledgements
Pure Fitness
Pure Fitness is proud to be the official fitness sponsor for the Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore 2012.
Pure Fitness, a Hong-Kong based premium fitness brand launched in Singapore in 2010, adds to its regional network with the latest opening of a 32,000 sq-ft world-class club in Marina Bay at Asia Square Tower. Double the size of the first club, this newest location houses specific training facilities such as a 4 x 35m indoor running track, an endless swimming pool, MMA zone with Competition Octagon and a Functional Training area with artificial turf . All this in addition to state-of-the-art equipment, an international team of PTA Global certified trainers and passionate instructors who lead over 160 group exercise classes weekly – Polar Cycle, TRX Blast, Boot Camp, Kick Boxing, ViPR, Aerial Arts, Pole Dancing, Les Mills programmes, as well as Latino Jam, Jazz Funk and more. Personalised DVD entertainment on all cardio equipment, Juice Bar, complimentary towels, toiletries and workout gear are other distinctive offerings.
For more details, please visit
http://www.pure-fitness.com/en/singapore/
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 placed 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 are 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 are 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.
For more details, please visit
http://www.marathon-photos.com
Nature Valley
NATURE VALLEY: GRAB A DELICIOUS BITE OF NATURE
The hustle and bustle of city living can make you feel disconnected from Nature. Nature Valley snack bars are a tasty, convenient way to bring a little bit of nature back into your urban life.
Nature Valley snack bars are made with 100% whole grain oats and contain no artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives.
Look out for Nature Valley New Chewy Granola Bars from July onwards! Available in two flavours – Mixed Berry (with cranberries and blueberries) and Fruit & Nut (with raisins, almonds, peanuts and cranberries), the new Chewy bar is the perfect convenient snack for busy people on the go, providing a tastier, healthier snack alternative.
So go ahead. Grab a delicious bite of nature… with Nature Valley Chewy!
Available at major supermarkets and convenience stores.
*Other Crunchy variants to try: Oats N’ Honey, Roasted Almond, Apple Crisp, Maple Brown Sugar, Oats ‘N Dark Chocolate and Variety Pack (Peanut Butter, Cinnamon & Oats N’ Honey).
For more details, please visit
http://www.facebook.com/NatureValleySingapore
100 Plus
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 achieving 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 absorption 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
BMW
As the world’s most sustainable car company for seven consecutive years, the BMW Group continuously employs the Efficient Dynamics philosophy - to go faster and further with lesser energy consumption - in the engineering of its cars. The Efficient Dynamics philosophy comprises of a complete package, ranging from highly efficient engines with enhanced air and fuel management; minimized energy loss; lightweight engineering and superior aerodynamics, which is akin to the core aspects of marathon running. Today, BMW maintains its relentless pursuit for efficiency and dynamism through optimizing its cars at the highest level, just as marathon runners follow rigorous and well-planned training to achieve their best result on race day.
For more details, please visit
http://www.bmwasia.com
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.
Launched in 2000, StarHub has become one of Singapore's most innovative info-communications providers, and the pioneer in 'hubbing' - the ability to deliver unique integrated and converged services to all its customers.
For more details, please visit
http://www.starhub.com
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.
SEIKO still dreams of new adventures in time and continues to expand the limits of watchmaking, using the synergy of its four technologies and a dedication to the vision of its founder to make pioneering discoveries and advances that will generations of watch lovers.
For more details, please visit
http://www.thongsia.com.sg/
Standard Chartered
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 2012 is expected to draw in running elites and enthusiasts from Singapore and around the world.
For more details, please visit
http://www.standardchartered.com
Tote Board
Established on 1 January 1988, Tote Board (Singapore Totalisator Board) holds the legal right to operate
- Horse racing and totalisator operations through its agent and proprietary club, the Singapore Turf Club; and
- 4D, Toto, Singapore Sweep and sports betting through its agent and wholly-owned subsidiary, Singapore Pools (Private) Limited.
Tote Board also manages its funding activities from the gaming surpluses generated from the operations of Singapore Turf Club and Singapore Pools, and from the casino entry levies.
For more details, please visit
http://www.toteboard.gov.sg/
Journey Fitness Company
Journey Fitness Company is a boutique fitness consulting company in Singapore.
Journey Fitness Company, formerly Racers’ Toolbox, inspires a fresh and modern approach to getting fit, losing weight and building endurance. We offer a range of tests previously reserved for elite athletes and prescribe eating and exercise strategies that reprogram your body to work with you instead of against you.
For more details, please visit
http://www.journeyfitnesscompany.com
ASICS
The history of ASICS® began with the establishment of Onitsuka Co. Ltd. in 1949. According to a philosophy 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!
For more details, please visit
http://www.runnersworld.com.sg
Nathan
Inspiration.
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.
For more details, please visit
http://www.nathansports.com/index.php
Shotz
Interestingly Shotz was developed originally for endurance events but now is being used in all types of sports and activities. From sports lasting as little as three minutes through to multi-day events, from ball sports to water sports and everything in between. 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.
WHAT WE ARE.
We are a sports nutrition company developing and manufacturing state of the art active lifestyle nutritional products. We don't make lollies and market them as sports nutrition products.
WHAT WE ARE NOT.
We are not a marketing company with mediocre products.
It is important to know the difference.
For more details, please visit
http://shotz.sg
Singapore Pools
Singapore Pools, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Tote Board, was established by the Singapore Government in 1968, as Singapore's legal lottery operator. Since 1999, the company has also offered football betting and more recently, in 2008, motor race betting. Since its inception till today, Singapore Pools is Singapore's only legal lottery and sports betting operator with a two-pronged objective - to provide a legal avenue for betting in Singapore to counter illegal betting syndicates and to channel surplus earnings to benefit the community.
We operate about 80 branches and over 200 authorised retail outlets that offer lottery games, such as Toto, 4D, Singapore Sweep, ScratchIt!, Sports Betting for football matches and motor racing events, and betting on horse races.
Singapore Pools takes pride in the high integrity with which we conduct our business. Over 250 draws are held every year, each in the presence of members of the public as well as an independent public accounting firm. Prizes are paid promptly and winners are given up to 180 days to claim their prize.
For more details, please visit
http://www.singaporepools.com.sg
Prudential Singapore
Prudential Singapore, an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of UK-based Prudential plc, is one of the top life insurance companies in Singapore. The company is one of the market leaders in investment-linked plans with over S$7.38 billion funds managed under PruLink funds as at 31 December 2011. With a rich history that has spanned more than 80 years, Prudential Singapore now has a dedicated team of approximately 3,100 financial consultants and over 700 employees. It is committed to serving the needs of more than 680,000 policyholders with over 1.6 million policies.
Prudential Singapore is the first life insurer in Singapore to be named Asia's Life Insurance Company of the Year in 2000. The company was presented with the Gold Award in Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands for five consecutive years from 2007 to 2011 and the May Day Model Partnership Award in 2009. In 2010, it emerged as one of the top insurers in Singapore in the Customer Satisfaction Index, which is a national barometer that tracks 104 companies from eight sectors.
For more details, please visit
http://www.prudential.com.sg
Give
GIVE is Asia's very own online giving platform where individuals, groups as well as companies can donate, fundraise, volunteer and take other actions to support their favourite charitable causes across Asia.
For more details, please visit
http://giveasia.org/movement/marathon_singapore_2012
Paypal
PayPal is the faster, safer way to pay and get paid. The service allows people to send payments without sharing financial information, with the flexibility to pay using their account balances, bank accounts (where available) or credit cards. With more than 113 million active accounts in 190 markets and 25 currencies around the world, PayPal enables global commerce. PayPal is an eBay (NASDAQ:EBAY) company. PayPal is headquartered in San Jose, Calif. and its international headquarters is located in Singapore.
For more details, please visit
http://www.paypal.com.sg
Tiger Balm Active
Introducing Tiger Balm ACTIVE, the new range of muscle rubs, gels and sprays, specially formulated by Tiger Balm, the name you can trust. Designed for the active individual with an active lifestyle, Tiger Balm ACTIVE is what you need for warm-ups, cool-downs, as well as relief of your muscular aches, pains and strains.
So go on. Step up and get Active!
Tiger Balm ACTIVE Muscle Rub
- Non-greasy feel
- Good for muscle aches, pains & strains
- Also effective for pre-sports warm up
Tiger Balm ACTIVE Muscle Gel
- Non-sticky feel
- Combats fatigued muscles & aids muscle recovery
- Also good for post-sports cool down.
Tiger Balm ACTIVE Muscle Spray
- For fast & easy application
- Relieving sore and aching muscles in hard to reach areas
For more details, please visit
http://www.tigerbalm.com/sg/range/20
Stamford Catering
Make a Statement, Live 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.
For more details, please visit
http://www.stamfordcs.com.sg
Conrad Centennial Singapore
Located in the heart of exciting Marina Bay, Singapore’s most integrated commercial and entertainment precinct, Conrad Centennial Singapore is an award-winning luxury hotel with 507 guestrooms and suites, complemented by world-class facilities. Each exquisitely furnished guestroom offers panoramic views of the city, Fountain of Wealth or bayfront.
Guests enjoy convenient access to Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, over 1000 shops, 300 restaurants as well as exciting arts & cultural venues like the world-renowned Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay, all within close proximity. 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 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.
For more details, please visit
http://conradhotels3.hilton.com/en/hotels/singapore/conrad-centennial-singapore-SINCICI/index.html
Resorts World
Welcome to Resorts World™ Sentosa, where unparalleled luxurious and exciting experiences await you. As Asia’s most amazing attractions destination, this premier integrated resort will enthrall your senses with a million moments in one world.
For theme park thrills, go beyond the screen and Ride The Movies® at Universal Studios Singapore®, which includes the world’s first Transformers The Ride: The Ultimate 3D Battle. To capture your imagination, history comes alive at The Maritime Experiential Museum™. Or explore the universe of life beneath the sea at the Marine Life Park™ – the world’s largest oceanarium - showcasing the S.E.A Aquarium™ and the adrenaline packed Adventure Cove Waterpark™.
Savour the best culinary experiences from fine dining to casual Asian fare at over 60 outlets. Then indulge yourself at the world-renowned destination spa – ESPA, an oasis of tranquility and relaxation.
At Resorts World Sentosa, discover a world of entertainment unlike anything you’ve experienced.
For more details, please visit
http://www.rwsentosa.com/
Sentosa
For the third year running, Sentosa is proud to be the official venue partner for the Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore 2012.
Sentosa has also hosted international sporting events such as the World Youth Climbing Championship, the Red Bull Flugtag, 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 golf 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.
For more details, please visit
http://www.sentosa.com
Orchard Road Business Association
For more details, please visit
http://www.orchardroad.org/
PUB
For more details, please visit
http://www.pub.gov.sg/
SBS Transit
For more details, please visit
http://www.sbstransit.com.sg/
SMRT
For more details, please visit
http://www.smrt.com.sg/
Your Singapore
For more details, please visit
http://www.yoursingapore.com
National Parks Board
For more details, please visit
http://www.nparks.gov.sg