Patents Act 1994: Core legislation governing patent protection and licensing in Singapore, essential for protecting manufacturing processes and technologies
Trade Marks Act 1998: Regulates trademark protection and usage in manufacturing and product branding
Copyright Act 2021: Recently revised legislation protecting copyright in technical documentation, designs, and related materials
Registered Designs Act 2000: Protects industrial designs and patterns that may be involved in the manufacturing process
Common Law Trade Secrets Protection: Legal principles protecting confidential information and trade secrets in manufacturing processes
Contract Law (Common Law): Fundamental principles governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation in Singapore
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates unfair terms in contracts and limits the extent to which liability can be excluded
Electronic Transactions Act 2010: Governs electronic contracts and digital signatures if agreement is executed electronically
Manufacturing Control (Licensing) Order: Regulations specific to manufacturing licenses and control requirements
Industrial Relations Act: Governs relationships between employers and employees in manufacturing context
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Ensures safety standards in manufacturing operations
Competition Act 2004: Regulates anti-competitive practices, particularly relevant for territorial restrictions and exclusive licensing
Regulation of Imports and Exports Act: Controls import/export activities related to manufactured goods
Strategic Goods (Control) Act: Regulates transfer of sensitive technologies and manufacturing capabilities
Control of Manufacture Act: Governs manufacturing activities and licensing requirements in Singapore
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Protects personal data that may be processed during manufacturing operations
Environmental Protection and Management Act: Ensures environmental compliance in manufacturing processes
Environmental Public Health Act: Regulates public health aspects of manufacturing operations
