There exists ABC Pte Ltd. Can a person, who is also a director of ABC Pte Ltd, register a business name known as ABC?
No, the names are considered identical. From the example, if ABC Pte Ltd wishes to register ABC Trading, this would be allowed provided the name does not fall foul of section 11 of the Business Registration Act and ABC Pte Ltd provides a letter of consent for the use of the name “ABC”. Top Can we handle incorporation of companies, registration of business & corporate secretarial services in HDB flats? Business activities may be conducted in HDB flats, if the business qualifies under the Technopreneur Home Office Scheme. Please contact the National & Technology Board (NSTB) (hotline: 779 7066) for more details on eligibility, or visit their website www.nstb.gov.sg for more information.