A*STAR Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech), is a research institute of the A*STAR. We are the national leader in applied R&D, helping companies transform and innovate for Industry 5.0.

A*STAR SIMTech supports Singapore’s 2030 vision of driving Growth, Innovation and Talent in advanced manufacturing through deep expertise, industry collaboration, and cutting-edge technologies.

A*STAR SIMTech’s unique T-Shape Industry Engagement Model delivers high impact by combining:

• Broad Engagement through collaborative industry projects and SME platform technologies
• Deep Engagement via joint labs and long-term research partnerships

We work closely with organisations across key sectors including Aerospace, Semi-con Complex Equipment, Biomedical Manufacturing, Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Energy. Through these partnerships, we help drive innovation, accelerate technology adoption and transfers, strengthening Singapore’s position in high-value, future-ready industries.

A*STAR SIMTech advances four strategic R&D themes to keep Singapore’s manufacturing competitive, resilient, and future-ready:

Next-Gen Manufacturing
Innovations in 4D printing, hybrid materials, MedTech, and extreme processes.
Autonomous Systems
Smart robotics, AI, automation, and industrial metaverse solutions.
Net Zero Manufacturing
Sustainable models like circular factories and eco-industrial systems.
Sustainability & Resilient Value Chain
Disruption-proof, localised, and digitally unified value chains.