The Official Unveiling of Bordalo II’s New Sculpture

Singlife is proud to present New Life, a spectacular 7-metre-tall sculpture of the endangered orangutan by renowned Portuguese environmental artist Bordalo II, at Gardens by the Bay. Created entirely from discarded materials, the sculpture marks Bordalo II’s second major work in Singapore, following his 2022 Sumatran Tiger, and serves as a powerful reminder that the choices we make today can impact our world.

Be amongst the first to witness New Life as it is unveiled to the public for the first time, and discover how discarded materials can be given new purpose as we find a better way to protect tomorrow.

Unveiling on 22 October 2026

Untrashing Nature: How Can It Be Done?

What happens when the trash we throw away becomes a story about the state of our planet.

Join our conversation with Dr Janil Puthucheary, conservation groups, businesses and the arts as we unpack Singapore’s waste challenge, its impact on nature, and the role we can all play in creating a more sustainable future.

Date/Time:
24 October 2026, Saturday
10:00AM – 12:00PM

Venue:
Central Library (Basement 1, Programme Room 1,2 & Immersive Room)
National Library Building

Guest of Honour & Keynote Speaker:
Dr Janil Puthucheary