Tag: Singapore

The World Economic Forum launched its "Global Competitiveness 2019 report", presenting that the future is not so bright, but highlights that the countries with a holistic approach to socio-economic challenges, are the ones developing more. 

Zurich-based technology company ABB announced the signing of a contract with Singaporean shipyard Keppel Offshore & Marine to jointly develop an autonomous tug to operate from 2020. Upon project completion, the vessel is anticipated to be South Asia’s first autonomous tug.

The Singapore Shipping Association (SSA) is collaborating with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and Perlin, a Singapore tech startup, to develop a digital blockchain ship registration preparation system for international adoption, the 'International E-Registry of Ships (IERS)'.

Singapore announced the launch of a Centre of Excellence for Autonomous & Remotely Operated Vessels (CEAOPS) during the Singapore Maritime Institute (SMI) forum, to be used for research and technology innovation.

Singapore flagged vessels should bare in mind recent MPA Singapore circulars, regarding the commissioning testing of ballast water management systems (BWMS) and the incorporation of contingency measures into ballast water management plans (BWMP).

A steel cutting ceremony marked the start of construction of what is known as' Singapore's largest' LNG bunkering vessel, as the bunker ship will be the second LNG bunkering vessel in Singapore.

As the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore informed, the Port Master prohibits all vessels from transiting, anchoring or remaining in the demarcated area off Marina Barrage. This prohibition shall take effect on 22 September 2019 from 1800hrs to 2300hrs.

According to the MPA Singapore, because of the presence of haze, the visibility in the Singapore Strait and port waters could be significantly reduced. Namely, it has been reported that the average 24-hour PSI level is between 101 and 200. This PSI level range is considered as unhealthy.

Malaysia is examining plans to enhance its bunkering sector, so as to catch up with Singapore’s performance in the similar industry, according to the Malaysian Minister of Transport Anthony Loke Siew Fook. Currently talks are underway, with the main problem being that Malaysia's bunkering facilities are not big enough.

A total of eight incidents of piracy and armed robbery against ships were reported in Asia in August, representing a 11% decrease compared to August 2018, according to ReCAAP ISC's monthly report. The total number of incidents in January-August 2019 has decreased by 25% compared to January-August 2018.