The MaritimeONE Case Summit Grand Finals and Awards Ceremony 2024 was held on 7 November 2024 at M Hotel Singapore, where the top three teams and merit prize winners for the respective challenge statements issued by sponsoring companies CMA CGM Group, Pacific Carriers Limited, Petredec Global and TotalEnergies were announced. Read the press release here.
Our last MaritimeONE Company Connect for 2024 was held at the global headquarters of Ocean Network Express. Themed Optimizing Profits in Volatile Markets: Perspectives from a Container Shipping Line, the session was attended by nearly 30 students from a wide spectrum of institutes of higher learning including the National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, […]
Hosted by the Nanyang Technological University, this edition of the MaritimeONE Campus Connect featured industry speakers from Berge Bulk and Jurong Port on the topic of Engineering Careers in Maritime. The event took place on 9 October 2024, 11.45am to 2.00pm at NTU South Spine, TR102, SS1-01-02 (Level 1). We were joined by NTU Engineering […]
In this edition of MaritimeONE Campus Connect at Singapore Management University, we have teamed up with Standard Chartered to bring to students insights on “Financing Sustainable Shipping”. Held on 22 August 2024, 3.30-5.30pm, the event featured industry speaker Heng Chih Chwen, Head of Maritime Research and Decarbonisation, Shipping Finance at Standard Chartered Bank.
The Nautical Institute Singapore Conference 2024 was held on 21st August, 8.00am – 6.00pm at the Grand Copthorne Waterfront, Singapore. Themed “Charting a greener world: Dealing with sustainability, emergency preparedness, and seafarer wellbeing”, the conference addressed crew risks associated with renewable energy and autonomous shipping, evaluated the shipping industry’s readiness for green emergencies, and explored […]
Themed “𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗔 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻”, this edition of MaritimeONE Campus Connect featured shipping and logistics leader Swire Shipping. The event took place on 𝟭𝟵 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 from 𝟯.𝟬𝟬-𝟱.𝟬𝟬𝗽𝗺 at the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS). Headquartered in Singapore, Swire Shipping operates an extensive network of services connected to 400 ports worldwide. The speakers […]
Company Visit & Fireside Chat with Product Owners/Managers in the Maritime Sector We partnered RightShip in this edition of the MaritimeONE Company Connect themed “Transforming Product Management in Maritime: Company Visit and Fireside Chat with RightShip“, which was held at RightShip’s office on 15 August 2024 from 3.00-5.00pm.
The first edition of our MaritimeONE Campus Connect Series this year took place at Singapore Polytechnic on 27 June, where event speaker Michael Blanding, Global Head of Sustainability and Communications for Berge Bulk, delivered a presentation on the theme “The Business of Shipping”. He was joined by Jethro Quek, HR Business Partner, and Tracey Leong, […]
Bringing to life the decarbonisation and electrification challenges faced by Maritime Singapore, the 𝗡𝗨𝗦-𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗛𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 took place from 20-29 January and saw the participation of nearly 520 registered students from 157 teams across various secondary and tertiary institutions. Integrating complex data sets provided by Spire, teams had to evaluate GHG emissions at Singapore ports when […]
The MaritimeONE Digital Challenge 2023 Awards Ceremony was held at M Hotel, Banquet Suite Ballroom on 8 November, 7.00pm to 9.00pm. Organised annually by the Singapore Maritime Foundation in collaboration with industry partners, the MaritimeONE Digital Challenge pits tertiary students against challenge statements at the intersection of maritime and technology. Our sponsor companies this year […]
This year, a total of 60 MaritimeONE Scholarships and seven Tripartite Maritime Scholarships (TMSS), sponsored by 34 partners from industry, foundations, and unions, were presented at the MaritimeONE and TMSS Awards Ceremony 2023 today. Acting Minister for Transport, Mr. Chee Hong Tat, was the Guest-of-Honour. We thank all sponsors for supporting the educational aspirations of […]
As part of the MaritimeONE Campus Seminar Series, SMF organised a talk for students at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT). Themed “Integrating the Supply Chain Industry through Technology & Engineering”, the presentation was delivered by event speaker Lily Yu, Head of Global Stowage at Maersk.
Our next 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 takes place at Singapore Management University on 24 Aug 2023. Themed “Decarbonising Shipping Through Data”, participants will learn about the applications of data analytics, from route planning to optimizing sailing speed to predicting accurate estimated time of arrivals, and more. The presentation will be delivered by Cheng Zheng Yang, Decarbonisation Lead, […]
SMF launched the 3rd edition of our MaritimeONE Digital Challenge (MDC) 2023 on 28 July 2023. An annual case competition that pushes tertiary students to develop solutions for real world challenges at the intersection of maritime and technology, this year’s challenge statements were sponsored by leading multinationals Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS), IMC Shipping and Pacific […]
Held in conjunction with Singapore Maritime Week 2023, the lunch forum brought together senior maritime executives to discuss the current and future workforce trends in Singapore. Mr. Mark Charman, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Faststream Recruitment, presented key findings from the Singapore Maritime Employee and Employer Surveys that highlighted issues of importance to both […]
The MaritimeONE Case Summit Awards Ceremony was held at PARKROYAL on Beach Road on 5 April 2023, to recognise the achievements of all finalist and merit teams who took on the challenge statements issued by our three sponsoring companies- CMA CGM, Rio Tinto, Swire Bulk and Swire Shipping.
On 29 March 2023, the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA) and the Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) jointly organised the 47th Maritime Knowledge Shipping Session (MKSS), titled “Greenhouse Gas and Alternative Fuels”. Event Speakers: Mr Abhishek Chawla, General Manager, Operations & Procurement, Pacific International Lines (PIL) Mr Rama Chandran, Head of Marine, Asia, QBE Insurance […]
On 24 February, SMF launched the MaritimeONE VIP Pass Campaign, a contest that granted winners a unique one-day experience to attend a private tour of a container ship, try out a ship-handling simulator & more. To participate, contestants had to sign up through the MaritimeONE Career Portal for their chance to be part of this […]
The Singapore Maritime Foundation and FastStream launched the Singapore Maritime Survey to gather valuable industry feedback that cover issues of importance to both employers and employees, such as retention, work-life, compensation and benefits, hiring, job security, as well as training and development.
Three hundred industry leaders across the diverse spectrum of Singapore’s maritime ecosystem gathered at the Singapore Maritime Foundation New Year Conversations 2023. The event was held at Shangri-La Singapore. Mr. Chee Hong Tat, Senior Minister of State for Finance and Transport, graced the event as the Guest-of-Honour and delivered a speech. This was followed by […]
The MaritimeONE Case Summit 2023, organised by the Singapore Maritime Foundation, returns for the 4th edition this year with leading multinationals the CMA CGM Group, Rio Tinto and Swire Shipping/Swire Bulk as sponsors. Students from all of Singapore’s public and private universities as well as the polytechnics are eligible to register for the MaritimeONE Case Summit […]
The SAM is a tri-annual event conducted primarily for the shipping community, to update all stakeholders on the latest developments in the MARSEC (Maritime Security) space, enforcement efforts and current best practices to adopt. Organised by the Asian Shipowner’s Association (ASA) and the Information Fusion Centre, this year’s session was conducted in hybrid format to […]
The General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA) and the Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) jointly organised the 46th Maritime Knowledge Shipping Session (MKSS) titled “IUMI 2022 Updates : Adapting to A World In Transition”. This seminar is part of the MKSS, a series of seminars where insurance and maritime experts are invited to present insights and […]
The Singapore branch of The Nautical Institute held its annual conference on 1 September 2022. Singapore Maritime Foundation was proud to be a supporting organisation. The theme for the conference was “Navigating Through the Digital Age: Towards a Green Future”. It featured discussions around current navigational practices used onboard modern ships and future technological challenges. […]
The 2022 MaritimeONE Scholarship Award Ceremony took place on 31 August and the event was graced by Senior Minister of State for Transport and Finance, Mr. Chee Hong Tat. This year, a new record of 66 recipients of the MaritimeONE and Tripartite Maritime Scholarship (TMSS) were awarded during the ceremony. For more information, please refer […]
The MaritimeONE Scholars’ Induction brought together the newly awarded batch of 2022 MaritimeONE scholars through a series of team-building activities and a tour of maritime-related facilities. Scholars were able to forge meaningful connections and got to know the industry on a deeper level through the tour.
The MaritimeONE Scholars’ Advance is a community service programme where present and former MaritimeONE scholars come together to contribute to the community. This year, the Singapore Maritime Foundation partnered with Food Bank Singapore for the programme. MaritimeONE scholars packed and delivered food bundles to various beneficiary groups.
The 45th Maritime Knowledge Shipping Session was held on 28 July 2022 from 2.00pm to 3.00pm. Titled “Carrying Nickel Ore: The World’s Most Dangerous Cargo”, the session featured guest speaker Capt Alan Chen, Head of Division, Maritime Services Department at CCIC Singapore Pte Ltd. His sharing was followed by a fireside chat with Mr Prashanth […]
The Young Executive and Students Club (YES) held a beach clean-up activity on 9 July 2022. A collaborative initiative with the Singapore Shipping Association- Young Executives Group (SSA-YEG), the ocean clean-up saw the participation of 51 YES Club and SSA-YEG Committee members. For every volunteer, $25 was donated to Habitat for Humanity. Drop us an […]
Carriage of goods by sea accounts for 80% of international trade and maritime law plays a crucial role in this sector. Mr Prem Gurbani, Mr Bernard Yee and Ms Koh See Bin, course instructors of the “Carriage of Goods by Sea and International Trade” at the SMU Yong Pung How School of Law shared more […]
The Maritime Singapore Connect (MSC) Maritime Case Summit Grand Finals Prize Presentation took place on 8 April 2022. Organised with BHP, CMA CGM, Standard Chartered Bank and Toll Group, tertiary students tackled case challenges at the intersection of business and sustainability. Student teams from the National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Management University […]
Titled “Industry Review of the Lloyd’s Open Form and Its Implications”, the session was led by Mr. Hugh Shaw, a Marine Consultant & Commissioner with the General Lighthouse Authority at Northern Lighthouse Board. Following Mr. Shaw’s presentation, there was a panel discussion moderated by John Simpson, Director of the Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration and […]
The 2022 SMF New Year Conversations happened on 13 January 2022.
MSC launched the inaugural MSC Maritime Digital Challenge (MMDC) together with three companies – Eastport Maritime, Kanda and Torvald Klaveness. The challenge provides real-world cases that connect tertiary students with a passion for technology to the transformation taking place in the industry. The MMDC attracted a total of 35 teams with 129 students across Singapore’s […]
The Maritime Knowledge Shipping Session (MKSS) is a seminar co-organised by the SMF and the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA). The 42nd session was on the theme “Container Ship Stack Collapses at Sea & Vessel Decarbonisation” and SMF Executive Director Tan Beng Tee closed the session. Container ship stack collapses at sea have commercial […]
Together with the NUS Centre for Maritime Studies, SMF hosted a symposium on Maritime Decarbonisation. This two-part series featured a group of experts that dived deep into the technologies, regulations and efforts contributing towards maritime decarbonisation.
The Maritime Knowledge Shipping Session (MKSS) is a seminar co-organised by the SMF and the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA). On 29 July 2021, the online session was held and the theme “Project Cargo and Delay in Start-Up Trends in the South-East Asia (SEA) Region”. SMF Executive Director Tan Beng Tee opened the session. […]
Singapore Maritime Foundation held a webinar on “Carriage of Goods by Sea and International Trade”. Singapore is a leading maritime capital and a career in maritime is equal parts challenging yet rewarding. The session provided an overview of the course and sharings from industry professionals.
Workforce Singapore and the Association of Singapore Marine Industries presented a webinar titled “Reinventing the Marine and Offshore Workforce: Available Support to Develop Capabilities for the New Normal”. Singapore Maritime Foundation is proud to be a supporting partner of this event. The session broke down the application process of the Marine Professional Conversion Programme, a […]
The Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration (SCMA) and Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) jointly organised the 2nd Legal and Commercial Perspectives seminar series. First held in 2020, SMF Executive Director Tan Beng Tee opened the session by speaking on the shared goal of SMF, SCMA and ICS Singapore in ensuring that the maritime industry has […]
The International Advisory Panel on Maritime Decarbonisation (IAP) formed in July 2020 by the Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF), with the support of the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), has submitted its recommendations to the Singapore Government. At the media briefing, co-chairs of the IAP, Mr Andreas Sohmen-Pao, Chairman of the Singapore Maritime Foundation, […]
As part of ASMI’s initiative to promote productivity, innovation and growth opportunities laid out under the Industry Transformation Map for the Marine & Offshore Engineering (M&OE) Sector, the ASMI Productivity & Future Economy Committee (PFEC) is organising a series of webinars or seminars on the third Friday of each month to discuss related topics. This […]
The MSC Maritime Ladies Networking Day, organised by the Maritime Singapore Connect (MSC) Office, aimed to engage and connect female maritime professionals in the industry and provide a platform to discuss women’s experiences in the workplace, career pathways, areas for professional development, which provide guidance for experienced and fresh female talent in the industry. The […]
Together with the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA), the Association of Singapore Marine Industries (ASMI) and Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) are jointly organising a Webinar on 14 January 2021 on “Mandatory Precautionary Measures (MPM) at Shipyards” Since the last industry advisory, Government agencies had observed more incidences of confirmed COVID-19 infections who are inbound vessels’ […]
In 2021, the annual SMF New Year Cocktail Reception was replaced with a virtual event, SMF New Year Conversations: Building a Stronger Maritime Singapore Together. The webinar commenced with an opening address by Mr Andreas Sohmen-Pao, Chairman of the Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF), followed by an announcement on Singapore’s maritime performance in 2020 by our […]
The Association of Singapore Marine Industries (ASMI), Enterprise Singapore (ESG), Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and JTC Corporation have jointly organised a webinar on “Digitalisation for the Marine & Offshore Engineering Sector”. The efforts of promoting digitalisation has been one that the Government have been actively championing in recent years to help streamline operations and […]
The 40th Maritime Knowledge Shipping Session (MKSS) titled “Navigating our Way Through Chaotic Times” was held virtually. This webinar is part of the MKSS, a series of seminars where insurance and maritime experts are invited to present insights and analysis on the current and emerging trends in the marine insurance and maritime sectors. Invited speakers […]
The world’s largest and most influential bunker event was back to enable the industry it has been serving for over 20 years. Themed “Powering Fuels of the Future, Driving towards Decarbonisation”, SIBCON 2020 was 100% online and hosted on an interactive virtual event platform with key decision makers across the global bunkering community convening online […]
This year, the Maritime Singapore Connect (MSC) Office launched an outdoor marketing campaign at the Dhoby Ghaut MRT station transit area. Members of the public were able to interact with 3-dimensional (3-D) trick-eye installations and take photos with the artwork displays showcasing the various sectors of the maritime industry and diverse maritime job roles. They […]
The second edition of the MSC Maritime Summit Case Challenge (MMSCC) organised by the Maritime Singapore Connect (MSC) Office was run completely virtual. MMSCC 2020 was organised to challenge undergraduates to solve real-life challenges faced by maritime companies whilst working in teams. They had the chance to impress the senior management of PACC Offshore Services […]
The MaritimeONE Scholarship Awards Ceremony is an annual event where new MaritimeONE scholars and TMSS scholars for the year are recognized and awarded in the presence of their family, friends and sponsors. As we were unable to host the annual MaritimeONE Scholarship Awards Ceremony in person, SMF presented a virtual ceremony to celebrate the achievements […]
Back for the fifth year, the MSC Maritime Careers Workshop organised by the Maritime Singapore Connect (MSC) Office ran on a fully interactive virtual platform for the first time. Year 3 and 4 undergraduates across all disciplines and working professionals with 0 – 2 years working experience attended this virtual event to find out more […]
Honouring the Finest in Maritime Asia Entering its 13th edition, the prestigious Seatrade Maritime Awards Asia was set to return to honour the achievements and brightest talents in Asia’s maritime industry. Introducing seven new and rebranded award categories in 2020, a total of 12 competitive awards were open for nominations. In addition, four special awards […]
SMF held its annual New Year Cocktail Reception at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore on 13 January 2020, with an attendance of over 250 maritime leaders from the public and private sectors of the industry. The event commenced with an opening address by Mr Andreas Sohmen-Pao, Chairman of the Singapore Maritime Foundation, outlining SMF’s key initiatives […]
The second Maritime Knowledge Shipping Session for 2019 (MKSS 39) focused on the topic of “Updates from International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) Toronto Conference 2019”. Invited speakers include: • Mr Paul Collier, Senior Associate, Clyde & Co Clasis Singapore • Mr Rama Chandran, Head of Marine – Singapore & Head of Hull & Marine […]
Every year, SMF co-organises the GIA–SMF Marine Insurance and Maritime Networking Night with the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA), to gather maritime marine insurance and maritime professionals together. This event aims to promote a stronger network and potential collaboration within the industry.
The Maritime Singapore Connect (MSC) Office, a unit under the Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) organised the inaugural MSC Career Discovery Programme. Participants had the chance to undergo a FREE CliftonStrengths assessment with customised report and workshop worth over $100. Undergraduates were invited to join us for a half-day session where we guided them in their […]
This year, the Singapore Maritime Dialogue 2019 was graced by Dr Lam Pin Min, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Transport and Ministry of Health. Themed “Maritime Singapore in the Age of Digitalisation”, the sharing sessions and panel discussion allowed participants to understand the importance of digitalisation in the maritime industry and beyond. The first […]
The Maritime Singapore Connect (MSC) Office organised the fourth MSC Maritime Careers Workshop on 16 August 2019. Year 3 and 4 undergraduates and working professionals with 0-2 years of experience from across all disciplines were invited to join for an afternoon of presentations and networking with maritime professionals from six leading local and international maritime […]
This year, the annual Maritime Knowledge Shipping Session 38 (MKSS 38) focused on the topic of The Future of Tomorrow – Strategic Changes in Singapore’s Maritime Landscape. Invited speakers included Dr Sanjay Chittarajan Kuttan, Executive Director of the Singapore Maritime Institute (SMI), Mr Toby Stephens, Partner of Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW) Singapore LLP and Mr […]
Over 400 guests from Singapore and Norway attended the Singapore Nite @ Nor-Shipping, celebrating close ties between Singapore, Norway and the international maritime community. Guests took the chance to catch up with old friends and forge new connections over delicious Singaporean cuisine. Dishes such as Laksa, Chili Crab and Chicken Rice were served and prepared […]
Nor-Shipping is one of the key gatherings for the international maritime community where decision makers from across the world to connect, collaborate and do deals to unlock new business opportunity. ASMI and SMF are the co-organisers of the Singapore Pavilion at this biennial exhibition in Oslo, Norway. The companies participating in the Singapore Pavilion are: […]
SMF is proud to host the Singapore High Tea Reception @ Nor-Shipping 2019 Singapore Pavilion. Experience a taste of Singapore with authentic Singapore delicacies and beverages specially prepared by Singapore Chefs specially flown in for this event. All visitors to Nor-Shipping are welcome at the Singapore Pavilion for this reception.
The MINDEF / MHA Enhanced Career & Education Fair aims to provide more targeted employment and education assistance to full-time national servicemen from the Singapore Armed Forces and the Home Team, assisting their transition to the workforce through a career fair and an education exhibition. The Maritime Singapore Connect Office took part in the career […]
The Maritime Experiential Programme (MEP) is a programme organized specially for secondary school students where students will be brought on learning journeys to interesting maritime locations in Singapore to broaden their perspectives on maritime operations and learn more about the industry. Organized twice a year, the event aims to generate interest by creating a unique […]
The Maritime Campus was held at the 2019 Asia Pacific’s premier international maritime defence show (IMDEX 2019) from 14 to 16 May 2019. The biennial event is a unique platform that aims to showcase the Maritime Defence Market in the Asia Pacific Region. It also aims to offer a holistic platform for youths to be […]
In today’s disruptive age, is the marine insurance sector beckoning a new era? The Singapore Marine Insurance Conference 2019 returns for a second edition and explores the future of marine insurance, and its relevance in the evolving global maritime ecosystem.
The Raffles Lighthouse learning journey is organized specially for MaritimeONE scholars and maritime students. In the tour, scholars and students will get the chance to visit one of Singapore’s oldest lighthouses and learn how this iconic lighthouse plays an important role in the maritime industry.
Are you an undergraduate who is interested in solving real-world business problems and getting a head start in pursuing maritime internships or careers? Join us for the inaugural run of the MSC Maritime Summit Case Challenge. This is your chance to solve real-world business problems and impress the senior management of APL, Jurong Port and […]
The Maritime Pavilion is organised to congregate companies offering maritime-related positions to create a unified identity and branding. Students from NUS are encouraged to walk through Maritime Pavilion at the NTU Career Fair to better understand the opportunities the maritime industry has to offer and to provide a one-stop recruitment platform for the undergraduates.
The YES Club Activities is an annual team bonding activity held for all members of the YES club to network and foster stronger bonds among one another.
The Maritime Pavilion is organised to congregate companies offering maritime-related positions to create a unified identity and branding. Students from NUS are encouraged to walk through Maritime Pavilion at the NUS Career Fair to better understand the opportunities the maritime industry has to offer and to provide a one-stop recruitment platform for the undergraduates.
SMF held its annual New Year Cocktail Reception at Shangri-la Hotel on 14 January 2019, which saw over 300 maritime leaders from the public and private sectors in attendance. The event commenced with an opening address by Andreas Sohmen-Pao, Chairman of the Singapore Maritime Foundation, outlining SMF’s key initiatives in 2018 and the Foundation’s upcoming […]
The YES Club Year End Gathering is an annual get-together for all YES Club members to be acquainted with and updated on the various upcoming MaritimeONE and SMF initiatives. It presents a good opportunity for young maritime students from various disciplines and maritime executives working in various sectors to catch up with one another. At […]
Co-organised with the Singapore Maritime Academy (Singapore Polytechnic), the Maritime Youth Day is an annual event held for adventure-seeking Secondary School students where they will be tasked to complete various maritime challenges at Lazarus Island to promote teamwork and rigorous thinking.
The YES Club Activities is an annual team bonding activity held for all members of the YES club to network and foster stronger bonds among one another.
The rise of China as an economic superpower has a profound impact on Asia. China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) promises a wave of development and business opportunities for countries along the BRI corridors. How should Asia embrace China’s growing influence and navigate through the risks, opportunities and potential disputes that the BRI may present? […]
The Maritime Experiential Programme (MEP) is a programme organized specially for secondary school students. During the MEP, students will be brought on learning journeys to interesting maritime locations in Singapore to broaden their perspectives on maritime operations and learn more about the industry. Organized twice a year, the event aims to generate interest by creating […]
The second run of the MKSS in 2018 focused on the topic of Broadening Exposure in Marine Liability. Invited speakers included Ms Alicia Leong, Marine Liability Underwriter from Munich Re Syndicate Singapore Pte Ltd, Mr Nicholas Mavrias, Senior Claims Executive with Charles Taylor Mutual Management (Asia) Pte Ltd, and Mr Richard Kuek, Legal Consultant to […]
SMF organised the Industry Welcome Reception to formally welcome maritime graduates into the industry. The Reception consisted of two sharing sessions from two maritime professionals, followed by a networking dinner, where students were able to engage with industry professionals to find out more about career opportunities in maritime.
The 9th Strategic HR & PR Networking Event was held at La Cala, Duo Galleria and attended by more than 70 HR and PR professionals and close industry partners. At the event, Mr Tay Yeow Min, Assistant Director, Industry Manpower Development, from the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, gave guests an introduction to MPA’s […]
The Careers at Sea & Beyond Forum and Exhibition was the first of its kind organised to encourage Singaporeans to consider careers on board ships – whether as a Deck Officer or Marine Engineer. There were two segments to the event: Interactive Exhibition with information on education options and career pathways at sea. “Experience” life […]
Annually, SMF co-organises the GIA–SMF Marine Insurance and Maritime Networking Night together with the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA), to gather maritime insurance and maritime professionals together. This provides a platform that is conducive for the strengthening of networks and potential collaboration. At the event, Mr Michael Gourlay, GIA Management Committee Member and Marine […]
As part of the maritime industry’s efforts to develop the pipeline of talent into the industry, the Government, maritime businesses and local seafarer unions presented close to S$1.9 million in maritime scholarships to 49 students at the MaritimeONE Scholarship Award Ceremony 2018. This year, a total of 26 companies pledged their commitment to MaritimeONE scholarships […]
This year, MPA worked with NUS National Economics Society to hold the National Economics and Financial Management Challenge (NEFMC) as a lead up to The 5th Singapore Maritime Dialogue 2018. Dr Lam Pin Min, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Transport & Ministry of Health will grace the event as the Guest-of-Honour.
Organized specially for the ITE students, the event aimed to encourage ITE students to consider furthering their maritime education in the local polytechnics through sharing sessions by Maritime Ambassadors and learning journeys to maritime locations in Singapore.
The YES Club Activities is an annual team bonding activity held for all members of the YES club to network and foster stronger bonds among one another.
Organised by Ministry of Education and SkillsFuture Singapore, WorldSkills Singapore is dubbed as the “Olympics of Skills”, which pits youths around the world in skilled trade areas. The event, held at Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre, involved an educational and career guidance (ECG) portion open to secondary two and three students and members of […]
The MINDEF/MHA Enhanced Career & Education Fair aimed to provide more targeted employment and education assistance to full-time national servicemen from the Singapore Armed Forces and the Home Team, assisting their transition to the workforce through a career fair and an education exhibition. The Maritime Singapore Connect Office took part in the career fair to […]
Celebrating Excellence and Success in Maritme Asia. Marching into its 11th edition, Seatrade Maritime Awards Asia returns to Singapore on Wednesday, 25 April 2018 at the Marina Bay Sands®. The prestigious event not only brings together leading senior maritime professional in a gala networking setting but also seeks to recognise and honour achievements from maritime […]
The Maritime Touch Programme is a series of maritime talks conducted by our Maritime Ambassadors, which aim to showcase the diversity of the maritime industry and the wide range of career prospects available for them. The second talk was held at NUS, where Mr Choo Xin Jian from Sembcorp Marine Repairs and Upgrade Pte Ltd […]
The Maritime Touch Programme is a series of maritime talks conducted by our Maritime Ambassadors, which aim to showcase the diversity of the maritime industry and the wide range of career prospects available for them. It also aims to encourage students to take up maritime-related courses. The second talk was held at NUS, where Mr […]
The Maritime Touch Programme is a series of maritime talks conducted by our Maritime Ambassadors, which aim to showcase the diversity of the maritime industry and the wide range of career prospects available for them. It also aims to encourage students to take up maritime-related courses. The first Maritime Touch Programme of 2018 was held at […]
The NUS Career Fair is one of the largest recruitment fairs catered to graduating university students, which aims to provide a one-stop recruitment platform for undergraduates who are looking for a company to start their career with.
The NTU Career Fair is one of the largest recruitment fairs catered to graduating university students, which aims to provide a one-stop recruitment platform for undergraduates who are looking for a company to start their career with.
SMF and the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA) jointly organised the 36th Maritime Knowledge Shipping Session (MKSS) on 17 January 2018 and touched on the topic of Disruptive Technologies and Cyber Risks. Guest speakers for the session were Ms Maite Bolivar Klarup, General Manager of the Singapore Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO), Mr […]
The annual New Year Cocktail Reception that SMF organises was held at Pasir Panjang Terminal Building 3 on 12 January this year, where Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Health and Ministry of Transport, Dr Lam Pin Min, graced the occasion as Guest-of-Honour. Dr Lam launched the Industry Transformation Map (ITM) for Sea Transport, and […]
The Maritime Learning Journey is a programme that aims to bring MaritimeONE scholars and maritime students to interesting maritime locations with the objective of exposing and educating them to various maritime operations in the industry. The first learning journey of the year kicked off on 10 January 2018 with SMF bringing a group of Temasek […]
The YES Club Year End Team Bonding Activities were held for all members of the YES club to network and foster stronger bonds among one another. For the second installation of the team bonding session, members participated in a terrarium workshop.
SMF held the Singapore Maritime Ambassadors Appreciation Dinner Reception on 13th October at Mandarin Oriental, Singapore. Started in 2016, the reception was organised to thank all Ambassadors’ for their hard work and support towards MaritimeONE initiatives throughout the year, to keep them updated on upcoming MaritimeONE events and seek their continuous support for the year […]
The 8th Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) Strategic HR & PR Networking Session was held on 12th October at Ange Café, Robinsons The Heeren, and attended by over 70 HR and PR professionals, and close partners from the maritime industry. Mr David Chin, Executive Director of SMF, gave the opening address to thank partners for their […]
The 7-day experiential programme organised for Yale-NUS students, aimed to provide participants with an overview into the maritime industry. The programme included a port tour to PSA Singapore, a visit to the Singapore Maritime Gallery, and a networking session with the Singapore Shipping Association’s Young Executives Group. The programme concluded with a symposium where the […]
Launched in April 2007, MaritimeONE is a four-partner initiative between ASMI, MPA, SMF and SSA that seeks to raise awareness of this unique sector among students, and interest them in maritime education and careers through various outreach programmes. This year, MaritimeONE has reached its 10th Year Anniversary. As a celebration of this joyous milestone, MaritimeONE […]
The Xchange @ NTU was an exclusive career networking event organised by NTU with support from MSC Office for organisations with Management Trainee Programmes to recruit students who are expected to graduate in 2018 with at least a Second Class Upper Honours.
Learn about 3D Printing, also known as Rapid Prototyping (RP) or Additive Manufacturing (AM), the various 3D Printing techniques, applications, case studies and trends over a 4-days course conducted at the Singapore Centre for 3D Printing, Nanyang Technological University. The course includes a 1-day workshop where you will get to watch and understand 12 3D […]
The MSC Maritime Careers Workshop 2017 was a half-day event for tertiary students from selected disciplines and jobseekers to hear exclusive insights from industry experts, on the career prospects of maritime vocations which have been highlighted as critical and important jobs for the development of Maritime Singapore.
The MaritimeONE Scholarship Awards Ceremony marked the officiating of the newly awarded MaritimeONE scholars and TMSS & SAIL scholars.
On 28th July 2017, SMF co-organised the annual Marine Insurance and Maritime Networking Night with the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA) at J Bar, M Hotel, from 6.30PM to 8.30PM. Mr Michael Gourley, GIA Management Committee Member and Marine Insurance Convenor, as well as Mr Kenneth Chia, SMF’s Executive Director (Designate), gave the opening […]
On 21 July 2017, the Maritime Singapore Connect (MSC) Office held its second run of the MSC Maritime Insights Forum. This event is specially organised for Education and Career Guidance (ECG) counsellors, to provide them with information on the various education and career pathways into and within the maritime industry, so that they may be […]
This year, the YES Club members participated in a cook-off and learnt how to make simple savoury and sweet dishes.The YES Club Team Bonding Activities are annual team bonding sessions held twice a year for all members of the YES club to network and foster stronger bonds among one another.
The 4th Singapore Maritime Dialogue was held on 5th July at the PSA Auditorium with over 190 tertiary level students and teachers from ITEs, Polytechnics, JCs and Universities in attendance. Dr Lam Pin Min, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Transport & Ministry of Health graced the event as the Guest-of-Honour. This year, an Economics […]
SMF and the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA) held the 35th Maritime Knowledge Shipping Session on 29th June 2017. The session examined the topic of ‘China’s One Belt, One Road’ or OBOR in short and saw an overwhelming attendance of maritime professionals. Speakers invited for this session were Mr Asad Ali, Senior Analyst, Asia-Pacific […]
The Maritime Experiential Programme, organised exclusively for secondary school students, aims to raise awareness and instil interest in students to consider a maritime education or career by immersing them through learning journeys to maritime related places in Singapore. Three sessions were held during the May installation with over 150 Secondary School students and teachers from […]
Held in conjunction with the Singapore Maritime Week, the inaugural Singapore Marine Insurance Conference (SMIC) 2017 facilitated discussion on the latest developments and explored emerging topics from across the insurance and maritime industries. With Singapore’s position as one of the world’s leading maritime hub, the SMIC 2017 brought leading international industry speakers together to share […]
The Sea Asia Youth Tour is a biennial youth outreach event that happens on the final day of Sea Asia. This year, it has gathered over 220 attendees from the various Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs). The Youth Tour aims to give students a better understanding of the maritime industry by bringing them on a […]
This seminar presented the latest advancements in Japanese shipbuilding and ship machinery including energy saving and environment friendly technologies/products to industry players in the maritime sector in Asia. This session covered industries such as Shipping, Ship management, and Shipbuilding. Following the seminar, a networking reception was held to enhance the relationship and friendship between guests […]
The Maritime Learning Journey aims to bring MaritimeONE scholars and maritime students to interesting maritime locations with the objective of exposing and educating them to various maritime operations in the industry. This year, during Singapore Maritime Week, scholars and students got the chance to visit one of Singapore’s oldest lighthouses. Students also learnt how this […]
The significant role that Asia continues to play in the global maritime and offshore industries, even in today’s market environment, were firmly demonstrated at Sea Asia 2017 held in Singapore on 25-27 April 2017. Close to 15,000 participants from 85 countries attended the three-day event with 822 delegates participating in the conference. The exhibition saw […]
Since 2001, the international maritime community has had a great tradition of meeting in Singapore to discuss and monitor the administrative and technological developments in ballast water management under the auspices of the International Conference on Ballast Water Management (ICBWM). Over the years the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has been addressing many varied concerns that […]
Participants learnt about 3D Printing, also known as Rapid Prototyping (RP) or Additive Manufacturing (AM), the various 3D Printing techniques, applications, case studies and trends over a 4-days course conducted at the Singapore Centre for 3D Printing, Nanyang Technological University. The course included a 1-day workshop where participants got to watch and understand 11 3D […]
SCMA conference has long been an industry marque event where we gather the industry’s outstanding practitioners to share their experiences with the audience. For the 2017 conference, we are pleased to have Sir Bernard Rix as the Guest of Honour and keynote speaker. Sir Bernard Rix recently retired from the Court of Appeal of England […]
The Maritime Singapore Connect (MSC) Office organised its second run of the MSC Maritime Spotlight Campus Series, on 6 and 7 March 2017 at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and National University of Singapore (NUS). This year, the focus was on engineering careers within the maritime industry. There was a great mix of turnout, with students […]
The Maritime Singapore Connect (MSC) Office organised its second run of the MSC Maritime Spotlight Campus Series, on 6 and 7 March 2017 at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and National University of Singapore (NUS). This year, the focus was on engineering careers within the maritime industry. There was a great mix of turnout, with students […]
The MKSS 34, which was held on 21 February, dwelled on the topic of ‘Insolvency in Shipping’. Guest speakers for this session were Mr Moses Lin, Director of Incisive Law LLC, Mr M. Jagannath, Director of NAU Pte Ltd and Mr Vijay Krishnan, Managing Director of Rystad Energy Asia Pacific. They touched on the challenges […]
Participants learnt about 3D Printing, also known as Rapid Prototyping (RP) or Additive Manufacturing (AM), the various 3D Printing techniques, applications, case studies and trends over a 4-days course conducted at the Singapore Centre for 3D Printing, Nanyang Technological University. The course included a 1-day workshop where participants got to watch and understand 11 3D […]
SMF held its annual New Year Cocktail Reception at Regent Singapore Hotel on 11 January 2017. Over 200 maritime leaders from both the public and private sectors attended the event and guests were invited to come dressed in vibrant colours to show the industry’s diversity and vibrancy. The event was graced by Mrs Josephine Teo, […]
The Maritime Learning Journey is a programme that aims to bring MaritimeONE scholars and maritime students to interesting maritime locations in Singapore with the objective of sharing and educating them to the various maritime operations in the industry. Students were shared on the various research activities and upcoming projects that National Marine Laboratory conducts and […]
Participants gained insights on ship sale and purchase from five senior industry professionals speaking on the use of the SSF from a shipbroker, shipowner, arbitrator and a lawyer’s perspective. BIMCO presented on the use of BIMCO’s IDEA2. Speakers: Mr Henry Mytton-Mills, Managing Director, Aries Shipbroking (Asia) Pte Ltd Mrs Gina Lee-Wan, Partner, Allen & Gledhill […]
The Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO) is the world’s largest international shipping association, with more than 2,200 members globally providing a wide range of services to their global membership which includes shipowners, operators, managers, brokers and agents. Their core objective is to facilitate the commercial operations of their members by developing standard contracts and […]
As markets and economies change at a stunning pace, industry players need to adapt and rework their approach to not just business fundamentals, but also to recreate competitive advantage. The game changers of yesterday may simply not be relevant in the near future. In the context of marine fuels, in addition to the impact of […]
Join us at the 8th Asian Maritime Law Conference to gain insights on topics such insolvency of shipping companies, latest innovations on dispute resolution, ship arrest in relation to bunker claim, judicial sale of vessels and much more. Here are some of our discussion topics to lookout for: Appropriate Dispute Resolution – The Singapore Way. […]
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) organised the inaugural International Safety at Sea Conference on 30 – 31 August 2016. Themed Building a Resilient Safety@Sea Culture and held in conjunction with Safety@Sea week, the conference brought more than 40 international speakers and industry experts from different sectors of the maritime industry together to […]
Widely acknowledged as one of the region’s most prestigious industry awards, the 9th Seatrade Maritime Awards Asia returns to Singapore on Friday, 15 July 2016 at the Shangri-La Hotel. The event will be guest hosted by Anita Kapoor, a well-known travel television host and media personality who currently helms the Channel NewsAsia LUXE ASIA programme. […]
SCMA co-hosted with Quadrant Chambers a tea talk on subject matters which were topical due to recent decisions in the Supreme Court. Four of their members were featured, Chirag Karia QC, David Semark, Michael Nolan QC and Yash Kulkarni.
The Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) partnered the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA) to co-host the Marine Insurance & Maritime Networking Night. The event sought to serve as a networking event for maritime leaders across various specialisations, including ship financiers, ship owners, classification societies, ship brokers and maritime lawyers to network with the marine insurance […]
Riding on the success of the 1st Pro-AM Conference in 2014, the biennial conference was held in Singapore for the 2nd time from 17 to 19 May 2016. In this conference cum exhibition, Pro-AM 2016 brought the latest commercial and scientific progress in Additive Manufacturing. Participants learnt about scientific breakthroughs and technological advances in Additive […]
With the ratification of the Ballast Water Convention finally expected in the early part of 2017 it posed the biggest change and challenge to face shipping in a generation. Despite this, a great deal of uncertainty remained over key issues: IMO vs USCG regulations, approval of systems and testing and compliance, to name a few. […]
The first seminar in 2016 on Marine Risk Accumulation on Shore and at Sea under the 10th series of the Maritime Knowledge Shipping Session, co-organised by the Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) and the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA). We are pleased to have had two industry experts to share their knowledge on the topic […]
Following the highly successful London CBM conference held in December, the 6th IMarEST Condition Based Maintenance Conference addressed the key technical and technological issues surrounding CBM. This event was a highly interactive, discussion led conference that put the participants’ concerns at the heart of the agenda.
3D printing is a growing billion-dollar industry and has been forecasted to be the third industrial revolution due to its great potential to transform key industries such as the aerospace and defence, building and construction, marine and offshore and healthcare sectors. Participants learnt about 3D Printing, also known as Rapid Prototyping (RP) or Additive Manufacturing […]
The Singapore Ship Sale Form was launched in response to Singapore’s and the Asian maritime community’s call for an alternative form that would cater to their needs, in view of increasing maritime activities and maritime arbitration cases in the region. It has been five years since the launch of the SSF, which has seen it […]
On 13 January 2016, SMF held its annual New Year Cocktail Reception at PARKROYAL on Pickering Singapore Hotel, where close to 300 maritime leaders from both public and private sectors attended the event dressed to the theme, ‘Nautical & Nice’. The event commenced with an opening address by immediate past Chairman of SMF, Mr Michael […]
3D printing is a growing billion-dollar industry and has been forecasted to be the third industrial revolution due to its great potential to transform key industries such as the aerospace and defence, building and construction, marine and offshore and healthcare sectors. Participants learnt about 3D Printing, also known as Rapid Prototyping (RP) or Additive Manufacturing […]
The YES Club Year End Gathering is the annual get-together for all YES Club members to network and be updated about the various upcoming MaritimeONE and SMF initiatives. Students pursuing maritime related studies would be able to familiarize themselves with the young executives present to understand more about working in the maritime industry as well. […]
The inaugural Polytechnic Maritime Exhibition was held at Temasek Polytechnic from 7 December 2015 – 11 December 2015. The exhibition is designed to educate polytechnics students from non-maritime related courses on the maritime industry, careers, scholarships and education paths and opportunities the industry has to offer.
This event is targeted at fresh maritime graduates from Nanyang Technological University, National University of Singapore, Singapore Management University, Newcastle University, UK, and Plymouth University, UK. Two industry professionals would be invited to share with the graduates on the opportunities and their personal experience in the maritime industry.
The conference took stock of Singapore’s maritime dispute resolution landscape. In recognition of our nation’s 50th anniversary, focus was directed on its evolution in the last 50 years, where the nation is headed and how SCMA could best position itself to benefit from these changes. The conference background was set against: Asia’s economic growth Asian […]
The inaugural Maritime Experiential Programme (MEP) is organised specially for secondary schools where it aimed to bring youths to interesting maritime locations in Singapore to broaden their perspectives on maritime operations. The second session was held on 20 October 2015 and 21 October 2015. Over 190 students from three Secondary Schools have attended the event.
The sixth Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) Strategic HR & PR Networking session was held on 16 October at Jamie’s Italian Singapore, VivoCity, where about 60 HR and PR professionals from the maritime industry were present. Mr David Chin, Executive Director of SMF kick-started the event with a welcome address to thank partners for their unwavering […]
The second Maritime Learning Journey was held on 28 August 2015 where it was attended by 40 MaritimeONE scholars and maritime students. Scholars and students were brought on a learning journey to Tuas Shipyard where they were briefed on the organisation’s nature of business, history and current position and on their corporate profile. Thereafter, the […]
On 27 August 2015, SMF co-organised the annual Marine Insurance and Maritime Networking Party with the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA) at the Tower Club at Republic Plaza, from 4pm to 7pm. Against the backdrop of Singapore’s skyline including the port terminal and the ships at sea, Mr Derek Teo, Executive Director of GIA […]
Co-organised by the SMF and the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA), the second seminar of the Maritime Knowledge Shipping Sessions was held on 14 August 2015, at the STI Auditorium of Capital Tower. Ms Alecia Quah, Principal Analyst of IHS Economics & Country Risk (Asia) and Mr Fabian Conderanne, Chief Executive Officer of Coface […]
The MaritimeONE Scholarship Awards Ceremony marks the officiating of the newly awarded MaritimeONE scholars and TMSS & SAIL scholars.
The 2nd MaritimeONE Singapore Maritime Dialogue (SMD) seeks to create heightened awareness and interest among students and schools about the maritime industry and the wide range of educational and career options available to them. The event targets about 300 students from JCs, ITEs, Polytechnics and Universities.
Each year, SMF conducts the Scholars Induction Programme to orientate the new batch of MaritimeONE scholars and to introduce them to the world of maritime. Held on 3, 4 and 5 August, the newly awarded scholars of 2015 participated in the three-day induction programme where they participated in a Maritime Business Workshop, attended the Singapore […]
On 24 June 2015, SMF specially organised a Maritime Learning Journey for the MaritimeONE scholars and maritime students, in collaboration with the Chinese Development Assistance Council (CDAC). The learning journey included a guided tour at the Singapore Maritime Gallery and around PSA Marine’s facilities, where students visited PSA Marine’s mission command centre, their technical workshop […]
Since 2007, the Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) has organised the Singapore Nite @ Nor-Shipping, and this event will once again take place at this year’s Nor-Shipping 2015. Through the Singapore Nite @ Nor-Shipping, SMF hopes to meet our international friends and acknowledge participating companies of the Singapore Pavilion and allow our partners to network with […]
In June, the Singapore Maritime Foundation will be leading a delegation of maritime companies to showcase Singapore’s maritime capabilities at the international maritime event, Nor-Shipping in Oslo, Norway. These participating companies cover various sectors of the Singapore maritime clusters, such as ship building and repair, ship management, marine supply and logistics, and maritime education services. […]
The inaugural Maritime Experiential Programme (MEP) is organised specially for secondary schools where it aimed to bring youths to interesting maritime locations in Singapore to broaden their perspectives on maritime operations. The first session was held on 26 May 2015. Over 190 students from four Secondary Schools have attended the event.
3D printing is a growing billion-dollar industry and has been forecasted to be the third industrial revolution due to its great potential to transform key industries such as the aerospace and defence, building and construction, marine and offshore and healthcare sectors. Learn about 3D Printing, also known as Rapid Prototyping (RP) or Additive Manufacturing (AM), […]
Winds of Change in the Asian Shipping Law Practice The Maritime Law Association of Singapore (MLAS) is proud to present the 7th run ofthe Asian Maritime Law Conference entitled “Winds of Change in the Asian MaritimeShipping Law Practice”. This year’s conference will be held in collaboration with theHong Kong Maritime Law Association (HKMLA), […]
Metocean is a discipline covering meteorology and physical oceanography, and is concerned with quantifying the impact and effect of weather and sea conditions (such as winds, waves, currents and water levels) on a wide range of activities in the offshore oil & gas and renewables. These include seismic and geotechnical surveys, drilling campaigns, new project […]
This presentation surveyed the current position as to the efficacy of commonly used “As Is” or “As Is, Where Is” terms following the decision in The Union Power (2013). Simon reconsidered that case in the light of more recent authority, including Hirtenstein & Il Sole Ltd v Hill Dickinson LLP (July 2014) and suggested that, […]
Consequential loss clauses form an essential and integral part of almost all commercial contracts and also of standard form mutual contractual indemnity regimes. Despite the fact that they have long been in use, they are consistently the subject of litigation and recent cases demonstrate that the aspirations of their drafters are, more frequently than not, […]
The first seminar in 2015 on The Maritime CAT Model under the 9th series of the Maritime Knowledge Shipping Sessions (MKSS), co-organised by the Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) and the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA). We are pleased to have two industry experts to share their knowledge on the topic. Through their presentations, participants […]
The way in which international legislation is developed is often a long and complex process with those organizations leading in the development often criticised for not consulting adequately with stakeholders, not clearly considering the consequences of legislation or not incorporating proper scientific evidence. The IMarEST and other professional bodies, aim to help the development of […]
The SMF New Year Cocktail Reception is specially organised to thank all our maritime partners for their continuous support in our endeavour to SMF.
A Structured Approach to Resolution of Conflicts of Evidence in Arbitration so as to Enable Drafting of a “Safe” Award Not to Be Set aside on Grounds of Lack or Insufficiency of Reasons (for Acceptance or Rejection of Evidence) The lecture is intended to provide arbitrators (and arbitration practitioners) with a practical approach to the […]
Time bars for cargo claims- A cargo claim can be brought under a charterparty, a bill of lading, in tort or bailment. Furthermore the apportionment of cargo claims between charterers and owners can take place under commercial arrangements like the Inter-Club NYPE agreement. The limitation period for each claim depends on a variety of factors […]
This year, SMF worked with SPH on a new project called the Little Red Dot Maritime Reading Passport, which was targeted primary school students. The Little Red Dot (LRD) is The Straits Times’ educational supplement for primary school pupils, for teachers to use in the classroom. This tabloid-sized paper is a free supplement sent to […]
In a Buyer’s market, what are the pricing challenges, trends and opportunities facing players in Asia’s Marine Insurance sector? This year’s 2nd Asia Marine Insurance Conference returns as the premium peer networking, Maritime Risk Management, Claims Issues and Rates Renewal Dialogue event for Asia Ship-owners, Ship Managers and all Stakeholders. The inherent tension in the […]
In this Maritime Knowledge Shipping Session, we are pleased to have three industry experts to share their knowledge on the topic – Challenges in Managing Refrigerated Cargoes. Through their presentations, participants can expect to gain a well-rounded understanding of the topic. SYNOPSIS: AN IN-DEPTH VIEW ON REEFER COOLING FROM A TECHNICAL SHIP OPERATOR’S PERSPECTIVE Refrigerated […]
The event is organised to show appreciation to SMA for their support and collaboration for our various profiling and outreach projects.
The biennial SIBCON is back for its 18th run, and 2014 looks set to be bigger and better. Powered by the world’s most influential buyers, suppliers and traders, SIBCON 2014 will provide a wide range of networking opportunities alongside new market insights from experts that matter. 9 New High Level Industry Roundtables: SIBCON Industry Leaders […]
According to a recent survey, about three quarters of the shipping companies, liner or tramp, are using, to a different extent, slow-steaming in their services. As slow-steaming does save cost and reduce emissions and as it seems that even most shippers have more or less accepted the practice, some people have begun to advocate that […]
The workshop aims to review trends and to address challenges and opportunities of advanced materials and manufacturing for the Marine & Offshore industry. Be inspired and informed by materials specialists from class society, industry and academia as they share their insights.
Objectives of IES (The Institution of Engineers, Singapore) for the Public Lectures & the Maritime Engineering Careers Exhibition: To showcase our success and achievement in past decades To take stock of Singapore’s global role in the industry, knowhow and technology at present To present current research and developing engineering projects To gain an insight into […]
The MaritimeONE Scholarship Awards Ceremony marks the officiating of the newly awarded MaritimeONE scholars and TMSS & SAIL scholars.
In this Maritime Knowledge Shipping Session, we are pleased to have two specialists in the fields of ship classification and marine claims to share their expertise on the topic, Importance of Class on Marine Insurance & Claims. Through the presentations by the two distinguished speakers, participants can expect to gain a well-rounded understanding of the […]
The Scholars Induction Programme is an annual event which seeks to orientate the new batch of MaritimeONE scholars and introduce them to the world of maritime. On 5th and 6th August, the scholars participated in the two-day induction programme where they attended a Maritime Business Workshop, went on a guided tour at the Singapore Maritime […]
About 200 students will have the chance to hear from, and pose questions, to a panel consisting of Mrs Josephine Teo, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Transport, and four other senior maritime leaders at the inaugural Singapore Maritime Dialogue.
This is a casual event for maritime HR and PR practitioners to network and explore new collaborations, where SMF will be sharing on SMF’s initiatives and launching the brand-new Maritime Branding video at the event, to be held at Arteastiq Tea House at Mandarin Gallery.
The Economist has forecasted 3D Printing to be the third industrial revolution due to its prospects thriving into a new type of manufacturing industry. In Singapore, the Deputy Prime Minister in its recent 2013 budget speech describes 3D Printing as a disruptive technology. Opposed to a conventional machining process which takes away excess material from […]
The Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) partnered the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA) to co-host the Marine Insurance & Maritime Networking Night. This event seeks to serve as a networking event for the maritime leaders across various specialisations, including ship financiers, ship owners, classification societies, ship brokers and maritime lawyers to network with the marine […]
SMF has been working closely with the Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO) and the Association of Ship Brokers and Agents (ASBA) since July 2012 to revise the NYPE Form. A copy of the new NYPE charterparty draft would be given to all who are attending this session, to review the pre-publication edition, to ask […]
Most maritime lawyers evaluate the Rotterdam Rules by reference to the Hague, Hague-Visby, or Hamburg Rules. Making such comparisons, however, focuses too much attention on the liability aspects of the new convention and overlooks more important aspects that are only tangentially related to a carrier’s liability for lost or damaged goods. After a brief introduction […]
In Singapore arbitrations generally, but particularly in the maritime field, English law frequently governs the merits, usually because of an express choice of law in the applicable contract. This talk will consider the nature of an arbitrator’s obligation to decide cases in accordance with the law and its relationship to the formal doctrine of precedent […]
The General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA) and the Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) are jointly organising the first seminar in 2014, Trade Credit, Financing & Government Support on Wednesday, 16 April, from 2pm to 5pm, at the Capital Tower. The talk is part of the Maritime Knowledge Shipping Sessions, a series of seminars where maritime […]
The Asian Maritime Law & Arbitration Conference (“AMLAC”) takes place from 10 to 11 April 2014 at the Supreme Court Auditorium, and features significant legal and dispute resolution topics drawn from milestones in a ship’s life cycle on issues commonly faced by a shipowner, shipyard, financier and other relevant parties during the construction, trading and […]
In the lead up to the fifth edition of the iconic maritime conference and exhibition next year, the Sea Asia 2015 Launch Reception was held on 7 April at The Masons, Gillman Barracks. In his welcome address, Mr Michael Chia, Chairman of SMF, thanked working partners for their support, and gave an overview of what […]
Discover Maritime Singapore at the Singapore Maritime Week exhibition! For a full week, visitors will get an insight to Singapore’s vibrant maritime industry, see intricate ship models, and admire the winning photographs from the Singapore Maritime Week 2014 photography competition. Visit the main exhibition at Vivocity from Monday 31st March to Sunday 6th April, or […]
The MaritimeONE partners would be organising a MaritimeONE booth at this year’s SMW Exhibition at VivoCity. The objective of the booth is to provide the public some general information on maritime education, scholarships and careers. The public may also approach any friendly MaritimeONE staff to know more about the diversity of the industry. Materials such […]
The Maritime Pavilion is organised to congregate companies offering maritime-related positions to create a unified identity and branding. Students from NTU are encouraged to walk through Maritime Pavilion at the NTU Career Fair to better understand what the opportunities the maritime industry has to offer.
The Maritime Pavilion is organised to congregate companies offering maritime-related positions to create a unified identity and branding. Students from NUS are encouraged to walk through Maritime Pavilion at the NUS Career Fair to better understand what the opportunities the maritime industry has to offer.
SMF organised an appreciation dinner on 27 January at the Marriot Singapore Hotel to thank Mr Lam Yi Young, former Chief Executive of the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, and Mr Erik Borgen, Senior Advisor of Herkules Singapore Pte Ltd, for their contributions to the SMF Board. Present and past members of the Board, […]
The SMF New Year Cocktail Reception is specially organised to thank all our maritime partners for their continuous support.
Mr. Lars Kastrup is the Chief Executive Officer of Pacific International Lines (Pte) Ltd (PIL).
Mr. Cyril Ducau is the Chief Executive Officer of Eastern Pacific Shipping Pte Ltd, a leading shipping company headquartered in Singapore for the past 30 years.