Tensions Rise in Courtroom During Hyflux Trial

In a riveting courtroom drama, the trial concerning Hyflux’s alleged misconduct took a dramatic turn as defense attorney Mr. Singh challenged former corporate communications head Ms. Heap over her handling of critical news releases. The defense accused her of merely forwarding emails without engaging in substantial discussion.

Spotlight on News Releases

The confrontation escalated when Mr. Singh presented two distinct news releases managed by Ms. Heap — one drafted for the Tuaspring project and another announcing Hyflux's award of three water projects in Chongqing, China. He pointed out striking omissions in the Chongqing announcement, including key elements such as revenue drivers, which Ms. Heap had argued were essential.

Disputed Details and Inconsistent Claims

Despite Ms. Heap's insistence on the necessity of these details, her acknowledgment that they were missing from the Tuaspring draft raised eyebrows. After a tense back-and-forth, she conceded that her earlier statements seemed inconsistent with the missing content in the drafts.

The Email Trail: Vital Information Overlooked?

The defense strategy further cut to the core with Mr. Singh focusing on an email from Ms. Camille Hurn, a senior vice president who raised concerns about including certain details in the announcement. Mr. Singh pressed Ms. Heap on how she responded after receiving Hurn’s comments, to which she admitted she could not recall her next steps.

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