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Some examples of Singapore firms that have expanded in the US include Augmentus, igloo and CapitaLand Investment.<\/span><\/p>\n Augmentus, an AI robotics company specialising in no-code robotics solutions, supports US manufacturers in adopting automation, while tech company igloo offers innovative smart locks and access control solutions, supporting US clients from its operating base in Austin.<\/span><\/p>\n CapitaLand Investment partnered with an Austin-based developer in 2020 to complete The Bond, a 341-unit multifamily project in Austin\u2019s Domain district.<\/span><\/p>\n Singapore and the US continued to deepen their economic ties last year, with total trade reaching S$139.2 billion, making the US Singapore\u2019s fourth-largest trading partner.<\/span><\/p>\n Interest among Singapore companies in the US market has also remained robust, with the US among the top five markets for Singapore companies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n There are more than 250 Singapore firms in 45 of the 50 US states.<\/span><\/p>\n “These are not just numbers,” Mr Gan said. “They reflect a partnership that is mutually beneficial, deeply integrated and anchored in trust.”<\/span><\/p>\n “We can work together – combining Texas’ scale with Singapore’s strengths in integrating capabilities and bringing ideas to markets,” added Mr Gan.<\/span><\/p>\n Ms Nelson, the Texas Secretary of State, hailed her state as a “centre for technology, research, and entrepreneurship”, making it a global destination for investment<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cThis new office will serve as a bridge – connecting Singapore companies with opportunities in Texas and across the US, while also opening new doors for Texas businesses to engage with Singapore as a trusted trade partner,\u201d she said.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n