SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 5 August 2025 - As Singapore continues to push towards greener, smarter infrastructure, Ausko has announced a shift in focus to address these evolving waste disposal needs. The company aims to focus on product variety, hygiene requirements, and design customisation for waste solutions in different environments.
From Utility to Smart Tech: Ausko’s Role in Singapore’s Evolving Waste Landscape
A Shift Toward Customised and Scalable Solutions
According to Mr. Andrew Koh, founder of Ausko, the company’s next phase will centre on:
From Utility to Smart Tech: Ausko’s Role in Singapore’s Evolving Waste Landscape
- Advising on product selection based on operational and hygiene requirements.
- Expanding its range of bin types and sizes to meet varying industry needs.
- Offering customised bin designs tailored to specific environments and use cases
One example of this is the Big Buddy Bin—a monkey-proof bin developed and launched in collaboration with the National Environment Agency (NEA). Projects like this reflect Ausko’s broader approach: responding to real-world conditions with practical, context-specific bin design.
“We aim to keep pace with industry shifts and provide solutions that help clients meet both regulatory requirements and day-to-day operational needs,” said Mr. Koh.
A Front-Row Seat to a Changing City
In the early 2000s, the demand for durable, wheeled bins grew in step with Singapore’s construction boom and population growth. Ausko’s early clients included schools, town councils, waste collectors, cleaning companies, and healthcare facilities—sectors that needed small- to large-capacity bins along with basic hygiene infrastructure.
Two decades later, the demand faced today is markedly different. With a shift toward space optimisation, stricter public hygiene standards, and the country’s Green Plan 2030, the types of bins needed—and the expectations around them—have changed.
Meeting New Demands with New Tools
To meet these evolving needs, Ausko moved beyond bin distribution and into manufacturing, setting up production facilities across countries in Asia and forming partnerships across Europe. Today, the company supplies a range of options—from recycling bins and dustbins with lids to other hygiene-focused designs tailored for different environments. These newer models incorporate features like fill-level monitoring and cloud-based tracking, which allow users to better plan waste collection routines.
As businesses and municipalities seek to streamline their waste solutions while aligning with sustainability goals, these tools have become increasingly relevant. More broadly, such developments reflect Ausko’s ongoing efforts to adapt to Singapore’s changing urban and environmental needs.
Moving forward, the company aims to continue supporting industries with products and services tailored to evolving operational and regulatory demands.
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About Ausko
Ausko Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based waste solutions provider offering indoor and outdoor bin systems for commercial, industrial, and municipal use. Since 2000, the company has expanded its footprint to include manufacturing in Shanghai and strategic partnerships in Europe. Its product range includes mobile garbage bins, stainless steel units, dustbins, pedal bins, and smart waste systems.
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Born and grown in Malaysia, the 19-year-old brand marks the milestone at IOI Mall Puchong and welcomes new franchise partners
PUCHONG, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 October 2026 - Big Apple Donuts & Coffee, the donut and coffee brand born and grown in Malaysia, today opened its 100th store in Malaysia at IOI Mall Puchong, marking a major milestone in its 19-year journey.
Left to right: Mr. Mohammad Fadzli B. Zainurdin, General Manager, Big Apple Donuts & Coffee; Mr. Takashi Horii, Chief Financial Officer, Big Apple Donuts & Coffee; Mr. Yasuo Mizoguchi, Managing Director, Big Apple Donuts & Coffee; Mr. Ron Poon, Director, Big Apple Donuts & Coffee; Mr. Nilamegan, Operations Manager, IOI Mall Puchong; and Mr. Edward Yong, Senior Manager, FO Design, at the opening of Big Apple Donuts & Coffee's 100th store in Malaysia at IOI Mall Puchong on 10 October 2026.
The official announcement took place at 1.00pm, and the new store at EFK-03, 1st Floor, South Court, IOI Mall Puchong, 47170 Puchong, Selangor opened to the public the same day.
To celebrate, Big Apple is offering its two pandan donuts, Ola Pandan and Dreamy Pandan, at RM1 each at all outlets nationwide until 31 October 2026, while stocks last. Each store offers 100 pieces a day, with no limit per customer. The offer is for in-store purchases only and is not available on delivery apps.
"Big Apple was born in Malaysia 19 years ago, and every one of our 100 stores was built on the support of Malaysian customers, our team and our franchise partners. This milestone belongs to them, and we are deeply grateful," said Mr. Yasuo Mizoguchi, Managing Director of Big Apple Donuts & Coffee.
Big Apple opened its first store at The Curve, Mutiara Damansara, Petaling Jaya, in 2007, and will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2027.
"We wanted to say thank you in a way every Malaysian can enjoy. Pandan is a flavour close to Malaysian hearts, so for the rest of October, Ola Pandan and Dreamy Pandan are RM1 at every outlet," he said.
Ola Pandan has a fragrant pandan glaze topped with a creamy vanilla swirl. Dreamy Pandan has a sweet pandan glaze with a dreamy, creamy vanilla topping and drizzle.
Big Apple's network in Malaysia includes both company-owned and franchised stores, and the brand welcomes new franchise partners.
"The F&B scene keeps changing, and customers have more choice than ever. To stay relevant, we keep listening to them. One hundred stores is a milestone, not a finish line. We will continue to grow and evolve into a brand that is loved by more customers and brings even greater happiness to their everyday lives," he added.
"Looking ahead to 2027, we plan to open another 10 stores across Malaysia as part of our continued expansion. Our ambition is to strengthen our presence nationwide and work towards becoming the number one donut brand in Malaysia," he said.
Big Apple Donuts & Coffee products are halal-certified. More information is available at https://www.bigappledonuts.com/big-apple-donuts-100th-store-malaysia/
Key facts
- Milestone: 100th Big Apple Donuts & Coffee store in Malaysia
- Opened: Saturday, 10 October 2026, at IOI Mall Puchong, Selangor
- Offer: Ola Pandan and Dreamy Pandan at RM1 each, all outlets nationwide, until 31 October 2026, while stocks last (100 pieces per store per day, in-store only)
- Heritage: first store opened in 2007 at The Curve, Mutiara Damansara
- Franchise: Big Apple welcomes new franchise partners
- 2027 plans: another 10 stores across Malaysia
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About Big Apple Donuts & Coffee
Big Apple Donuts & Coffee is a donut and coffee brand born and grown in Malaysia. Since opening its first store at The Curve, Mutiara Damansara, in 2007, the brand has grown to 100 stores in Malaysia and 10 in Cambodia, serving freshly made donuts and coffee for 19 years. Its products are halal-certified, and the brand welcomes new franchise partners. For store locations, visit www.bigappledonuts.com.
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