OCEAN Network Express is sponsoring the penguin centre of a new wildlife park in Singapore.
The so-called Ocean Network Express Penguin Cove is located in the Bird Paradise wildlife park, an initiative of the Mandai Wildlife Group.
ONE said its partnership with the wildlife group underscores the shipping company’s commitment to the conservation of marine life and ecosystems.
ONE chief executive officer Jeremy Nixon attended the facility ahead of the Bird Paradise park’s soft opening.
“Through our sponsorship of the Ocean Network Express Penguin Cove, we are proud to support the Mandai Wildlife Group as they develop this unique integrated wildlife and nature destination,” he said.
“We expect Mandai Wildlife Reserve will not only attract the local community but also tourists to our shores.
“In addition, its world-class conservation practices, ethical and progressive biodiversity initiatives will serve as a benchmark for zoological institutions worldwide.”
ONE said Bird Paradise is one of two new wildlife parks under a rejuvenation plan by Mandai Wildlife Group.
It replaces the Jurong Bird Park, whcih closed in January this year after 52 years of operation.
The 3000-square metre penguin habitat features two salt-water acrylic tanks and a lighting setup that mimics the day and night cycles of the Sub-Antarctic Falkland Islands, which ONE says is a key welfare enhancement for the birds and facilitates their breeding cycles.
