one-north
one-north is a 200-hectare research and development, business park, and education hub located in Queenstown, Singapore. Developed by JTC Corporation, it aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship by bringing together biomedical sciences, infocomm technology, media, engineering, and other related industries within a single location.
Overview
one-north is structured around several key districts, each with a specific focus:
- Biopolis: Dedicated to biomedical sciences research and development. It houses research institutes, pharmaceutical companies, and other related organizations.
- Fusionopolis: Focuses on infocomm technology, media, physical sciences, and engineering. It serves as a hub for technology companies, research institutes, and startups.
- Mediapolis: A media hub that aims to attract media companies and talent to Singapore. It features soundstages, post-production facilities, and other media-related infrastructure.
- AYE Park: A green space that provides recreational opportunities for the one-north community.
- LaunchPad@one-north: A startup incubator and accelerator that provides support to early-stage companies.
- Vista Xchange: A mixed-use district that offers retail, food and beverage, and other amenities.
- Knowledge Hub: Focuses on educational institutions and corporate universities.
Objectives
The primary objectives of one-north are:
- Attract and retain talent: By creating a vibrant and attractive environment, one-north aims to attract and retain highly skilled professionals in the various fields it supports.
- Promote innovation and entrepreneurship: one-north seeks to foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship by providing a supportive ecosystem for startups and established companies.
- Drive economic growth: By supporting the growth of key industries, one-north contributes to Singapore's economic development.
- Facilitate collaboration: The close proximity of different industries and institutions within one-north encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Transportation
one-north is well-connected to the rest of Singapore via public transportation, including the MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) and bus services. The one-north MRT station serves the area directly. Major expressways also provide access to one-north.