MPA and Dalian Maritime University Renew Partnership to Strengthen Maritime Talent Development and Academic Exchange
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and Dalian Maritime University (DMU) have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance talent development and academic exchange between Singapore and China in the maritime sector.
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MPA Partners Republic Polytechnic to Launch Unmanned Aircraft Pilot Training Programme for Maritime Drone Operations
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and Republic Polytechnic (RP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a specialised Unmanned Aircraft (UA) Pilot Training programme for MPA UA pilots, which will also provide internship opportunities for RP students. This initiative aims to equip MPA, as well as commercial UA pilots, with advanced competencies to operate drones for maritime applications. These include inspection of vessel structures, monitoring of vessel emissions, and supporting emergency response efforts.
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Embracing Change and Challenges to Shape the Maritime Workforce of the Future
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has introduced a series of initiatives to strengthen the maritime talent pipeline for both shore-based and seafaring careers. Several of these were highlighted by Mr. Murali Pillai, Minister of State, Ministry of Law and Ministry of Transport, at the Maritime Manpower Forum – themed “Embracing Change – Shaping the Maritime Workforce of the Future” – during Singapore Maritime Week (SMW) 2025.
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MPA and ICS Singapore Sign MOU to Strengthen Training and Development
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) Singapore Branch have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance cooperation in maritime education, professional development, and industry outreach.
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Plug and Play Partners with MPA to Drive Maritime Innovation
Plug and Play, a global innovation platform headquartered in Silicon Valley, has partnered the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) to accelerate innovation, digitalisation, and decarbonisation in the maritime sector. This collaboration aims to strengthen Singapore’s maritime innovation ecosystem by supporting maritime startups, fostering stronger corporate engagement, and building a vibrant community of innovators and stakeholders.
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MPA and Wärtsilä Renew Partnership to Drive Maritime Decarbonisation
Wärtsilä, a global leader in smart technologies and complete lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets, will introduce the Methanol Power and Control (PAC) simulation model in partnership with the Maritime Energy Training Facility (METF) and Wavelink Maritime Institute. This model will help maritime professionals acquire the knowledge and competencies needed to operate methanol-powered vessels safely and efficiently. Wavelink Maritime Institute will be the first MPA-accredited training partner to use this innovative simulation model launched at SMW 2025. Wärtsilä will also introduce the Ammonia PAC simulation model in early 2026 to further enhance the industry's capabilities to handle and operate ammonia-powered vessels.
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Maritime Energy Training Facility Digital Platform Provides Maritime Workforce with Training in Safe Handling of Alternative Marine Fuels and New Technologies
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has announced the Maritime Energy Training Facility (METF) Digital Platform, an initiative to help the global maritime workforce access training in the safe handling of alternative marine fuels and new technologies. The prototype platform was showcased today at the “Accelerating Digitalisation and Decarbonisation Conference” at Singapore Maritime Week (SMW) and will be ready by the second half of 2025.
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MPA and NUS Enterprise Strengthen Maritime Innovation Ecosystem through PIER71™
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and NUS Enterprise, the entrepreneurial arm of the National University of Singapore (NUS), have renewed their partnership for another three years to further develop Singapore into a leading maritime technology startup hub through the PIER71™ (Port Innovation Ecosystem Reimagined @ BLOCK71) programme.
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Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore and Port of Antwerp-Bruges Sign Memorandum of Understanding on Maritime Decarbonisation and Digitalisation
On Friday, 21 March 2025, Port of Antwerp-Bruges and the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on maritime decarbonisation and digitalisation. This joint initiative will strengthen the partnership between the Port of Antwerp-Bruges and MPA and reaffirms the importance of collaboration and knowledge exchange in addressing global maritime challenges.
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Singapore Advances Maritime Innovation with Geospatial Partnerships and Launches Maritime Digital Twin
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) to advance geospatial technology and develop skilled maritime talent. It has also launched Singapore’s first Maritime Digital Twin earlier on 24 March 2025 – a virtual model of Singapore’s port. Together, these initiatives will deliver data-driven insights and visualisation that improve risk management and optimise operational planning, towards enabling safer, more efficient, and environmentally sustainable maritime operations.
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Singapore Opens Applications for Methanol Bunkering Licence
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has opened applications for licences to supply methanol as a marine fuel in Singapore. This follows the finalisation of Singapore’s methanol bunkering licensing framework and standards, which incorporated input from over 50 proposals received under MPA’s Expression of Interest (EOI) launched in December 2023, as well as methanol bunkering trials and operations conducted in Singapore since 2023.
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Australia and Singapore support research projects to reduce maritime emissions
Australia and Singapore have selected eight projects for funding as part of a $20 million initiative to help reduce emissions in the maritime sector.
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Rotterdam and Singapore Strengthen Collaboration on Green and Digital Shipping Corridor
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Port of Rotterdam have signed a Cooperation Agreement to further strengthen their efforts on the Rotterdam-Singapore Green and Digital Shipping Corridor. This follows the success of the corridor as a driving force of maritime decarbonisation and digitalisation since its inception in 2022.
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Singapore Introduces New Standard for Electric Harbour Craft (e-HC) Charging Infrastructure
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG), through the Singapore Standards Council (SSC), have published Technical Reference (TR) 136 to guide the development of charging infrastructure and battery swap systems for electric harbour craft (e-HC). This initiative supports Singapore’s efforts to decarbonise the domestic maritime sector.
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MPA Commissions MariOT Training Facility
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has commissioned the Maritime Testbed of Shipboard Operational Technology (MariOT) system, the world’s first industrial-grade cyber-physical platform designed to strengthen shipboard cybersecurity training and testing for technologies. Supported by the Singapore Maritime Institute (SMI) and developed in collaboration with the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) and industry partners, the launch of the SUTD-based facility marks an important milestone in efforts to address cybersecurity challenges impacting shipboard Operational Technology systems.
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ABS and MPA Deepen Collaboration to Accelerate Maritime Innovation and Workforce Excellence
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) have renewed a multi-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen collaboration in research and development, talent development, workforce upskilling, support for startup maritime businesses, and regulatory alignment. This renewal, signed today, marks a comprehensive and future-oriented collaboration that continues to strengthen Singapore’s role as a global maritime hub while advancing ABS’ strategic initiatives in Singapore.
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Singapore and India sign Letter of Intent to Cooperate on Maritime Digitalisation and Decarbonisation
Singapore and India have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to cooperate on maritime digitalisation and decarbonisation. The LOI was inked by Mr Teo Eng Dih, Chief Executive of the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, and Mr R. Lakshmanan, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MOPSW) of India, and witnessed by Dr Amy Khor, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment and Ministry of Transport, Singapore, and Mr Sarbananda Sonowal, Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways of India.
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Increased Allowance and Shorter Training Duration to Make Seafaring a More Attractive and Meaningful Career for Mid-Careerists
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), in partnership with the Singapore Maritime Officers’ Union (SMOU), NTUC’s Employment and Employability Institute (e2i), SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG), and supported by the Singapore Shipping Association, has launched the enhanced Tripartite Maritime Training Award (TMTA).
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19th Singapore Maritime Week Opens with Record Attendance and Industry Participation at EXPO@SMW
The annual Singapore Maritime Week (SMW) was officially launched today by Mr Murali Pillai, Minister of State, Ministry of Law and Ministry of Transport. Organised by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, SMW 2025 returns for its 19th edition as a SG60 Signature Event celebrating the pivotal role of maritime in Singapore’s nation-building journey.
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Refreshed Singapore Maritime Gallery opens with a new maritime heritage zone to celebrate SG60
The refreshed Singapore Maritime Gallery at Marina South Pier was officially opened on 17 March 2025 by Mr Murali Pillai, Minister of State, Ministry of Law and Ministry of Transport. The refreshed space feature exhibits highlighting Singapore’s rich maritime heritage and modern innovations shaping the maritime industry’s future.
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