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RWS to enhance maintenance of air-conditioning system after breakdown
by Hetty Musfirah Abdul Khamid
10:20 PM Jun 03, 2011
SINGAPORE - Now that it has fixed the fault in its air conditioning system, Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) will look at installing additional back-ups and enhancing maintenance through an early warning system with more monitoring sensors.
The review of its system comes after RWS took five days to resolve the motor breakdown in its chilling units.:*:
Portable chillers had to be rolled out Monday to tenants to keep visitors cool, with some establishments still using them yesterday afternoon. The units were eventually removed, although it may take a little longer for some areas to be cooled to what the integrated resort calls a "comfortable ambient temperature", given the hot weather.
At two of the outlets MediaCorp visited, staff said the temperatures in their premises were still higher than normal.
All shows have also resumed, including RWS' resident show "Voyage de la Vie", which had to be cancelled twice this week. Theme park Universal Studios Singapore will also revert to its extended operating hours of 10am to 9pm.
More than 100 RWS staff were deployed yesterday to ensure things were back to normal. RWS spokesperson Clement Ng said: "We deployed our facilities team to check the temperatures and the air-conditioned places within the resort. We made sure the temperatures are all below 24 degree Celsius."
Individual tenants can, however, set the temperature in their premises according to their different needs, he added.
While businesses have been affected, the impact on their bottom-lines is unclear.
Big Easy manager Rowena Cecilio said about five to six customers had walked out of the restaurant on Monday because of the heat, but business has been unaffected since the portable chillers were in place. She added that RWS had been quick to provide assistance but was concerned about whether the chiller units will impact electricity bills.
RWS said it would listen to feedback from tenants and deal with any issues on a case-by-case basis
http://news.opodo.co.uk/NewsDetails/2011-05-31/Universal_Studios_Singapore_gets_grand_opening
Universal Studios Singapore gets grand opening
31 May 2011
Universal Studios Singapore had its grand opening over the weekend, with a special ceremony attended by global celebrities including action star Jet Li, actress Maggie Cheung and American singer and X Factor judge Paula Abdul.
One of the highlights of the event was a character procession showcasing some of the well-known figures who will greet visitors to the theme park.
Guests can experience a total of 21 rides and shows, inspired by films and franchises including Madagascar, Jurassic Park and Shrek.
The park is part of Resorts World Sentosa and is expected to welcome some 4m visitors this year.
Tom Williams, chairman and chief executive of Universal Parks and Resorts, said: 'We're proud to be a keystone feature of Resorts World Sentosa and welcome Universal Studios Singapore to the growing family of Universal Studios parks and resorts worldwide.
'We look forward to being a part of the continued success, development and growth of Singapore's burgeoning travel and tourism industry.'
The company also operates parks in Orlando, Hollywood and Japan.
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RWS to enhance maintenance of air-conditioning system after breakdown
by Hetty Musfirah Abdul Khamid
10:20 PM Jun 03, 2011
SINGAPORE - Now that it has fixed the fault in its air conditioning system, Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) will look at installing additional back-ups and enhancing maintenance through an early warning system with more monitoring sensors.
The review of its system comes after RWS took five days to resolve the motor breakdown in its chilling units.:*:
Portable chillers had to be rolled out Monday to tenants to keep visitors cool, with some establishments still using them yesterday afternoon. The units were eventually removed, although it may take a little longer for some areas to be cooled to what the integrated resort calls a "comfortable ambient temperature", given the hot weather.
At two of the outlets MediaCorp visited, staff said the temperatures in their premises were still higher than normal.
All shows have also resumed, including RWS' resident show "Voyage de la Vie", which had to be cancelled twice this week. Theme park Universal Studios Singapore will also revert to its extended operating hours of 10am to 9pm.
More than 100 RWS staff were deployed yesterday to ensure things were back to normal. RWS spokesperson Clement Ng said: "We deployed our facilities team to check the temperatures and the air-conditioned places within the resort. We made sure the temperatures are all below 24 degree Celsius."
Individual tenants can, however, set the temperature in their premises according to their different needs, he added.
While businesses have been affected, the impact on their bottom-lines is unclear.
Big Easy manager Rowena Cecilio said about five to six customers had walked out of the restaurant on Monday because of the heat, but business has been unaffected since the portable chillers were in place. She added that RWS had been quick to provide assistance but was concerned about whether the chiller units will impact electricity bills.
RWS said it would listen to feedback from tenants and deal with any issues on a case-by-case basis
http://news.opodo.co.uk/NewsDetails/2011-05-31/Universal_Studios_Singapore_gets_grand_opening
Universal Studios Singapore gets grand opening
31 May 2011
Universal Studios Singapore had its grand opening over the weekend, with a special ceremony attended by global celebrities including action star Jet Li, actress Maggie Cheung and American singer and X Factor judge Paula Abdul.
One of the highlights of the event was a character procession showcasing some of the well-known figures who will greet visitors to the theme park.
Guests can experience a total of 21 rides and shows, inspired by films and franchises including Madagascar, Jurassic Park and Shrek.
The park is part of Resorts World Sentosa and is expected to welcome some 4m visitors this year.
Tom Williams, chairman and chief executive of Universal Parks and Resorts, said: 'We're proud to be a keystone feature of Resorts World Sentosa and welcome Universal Studios Singapore to the growing family of Universal Studios parks and resorts worldwide.
'We look forward to being a part of the continued success, development and growth of Singapore's burgeoning travel and tourism industry.'
The company also operates parks in Orlando, Hollywood and Japan.
Opodo cheap flights, hotels and car hire - let the journey begin!ADNFCR-408-ID-800561768-ADNFCR
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