iFly Singapore - Groundbreaking Minister George Yeo's speech

17 August 2009, Singapore - Reinforcing Singapore's position as a first-class tourist destination, another exciting development will be opening soon on Sentosa. iFly Singapore, the worlds largest skydiving simulator, celebrated its groundbreaking today in front of more than 100 special guests, including VIPs, esteemed business partners, shareholders, media and Guest-of-Honour, Mr George Yong-Boon Yeo, Minister for Foreign Affairs.

Scheduled to start operations in the second half of 2010 and representing more than S$25 million of investment, iFly Singapore is forecasted to attract more than 100,000 visitors and generate more than S$15 million in revenues in its first year alone. iFly Singapore, will offer anyone from first-time flyers, aged three years and above, to professional skydiving enthusiasts the opportunity to experience the thrills and excitement of the adrenaline-pumping sport in a safe, realistic and affordable indoor setting.

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[Singapom888]

I was there and remember being really impressed by the Minister's off-the-cuff speech. At the time I didn't know of George Yeo - but this speech shows why he is so highly thought of.

[weirdoyap]

Im so excited! Its gonna be great. Hopefully it wont be too expensive haha