Tiger Beer employees in Singapore are preparing for the last batch of the iconic lager as Heineken Asia Pacific announced the closure of the brewery this month. The shutdown marks the end of local production that began in 1932.
The plant, located in the Jurong area, has been the primary source of Tiger Beer for the domestic market and for export to neighboring countries. Heineken says the decision is part of a regional consolidation strategy.
The company will lay off about 150 workers, offering retraining and placement assistance. Unions have been consulted and a severance package is being negotiated.
Industry analysts note that Singapore's high operating costs and limited domestic demand have pressured breweries to shift production to lower‑cost locations such as Vietnam and Thailand.
The final brew is scheduled for next week, after which the vats will be cleaned and the site decommissioned. Employees plan a small ceremony to mark the occasion.
The closure will reduce Heineken's Singapore footprint but the brand will continue to be sold in the market, imported from other plants.