In May 2007, the Singapore Flyer unveiled its mock capsule amidst much fanfare and anticipation. In February 2008, it held its corporate inaugural flights, building the hype surrounding what was to be Asia’s largest observation wheel.
With a soft launch in March 2008, the Singapore Flyer’s doors were opened to the guests amid overwhelming response, before its official opening on 15 April 2008.
Singapore Flyer was acquired by Straco Corporation Limited in November 2014 through Straco Leisure Pte Ltd, a joint venture between Bay Attractions Pte Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Straco Corporation Limited and WTS Leisure Pte Ltd. Singapore Flyer is Straco Corporation’s flagship project in Singapore.