The inaugural SSA YEG Family Day 2026 is taking place on Saturday, 29 August 2026 at the Singapore Maritime Gallery. Organised by our very own Young Executives Group (YEG) Committee, this is an educational and engaging programming for our YEG members and their families. Family members of all ages are welcome to join, as we build bonds over joint discovery of Singapore’s maritime heritage and industry.
SSA/092/26/EMLDue to strong interest and popular demand, the Singapore Shipping Association is pleased to announce the fourth run of our two-day course, “Anchoring AI: Transforming Shipping with GenAI”, under the AI Enablement Programme. The course is specifically designed to help maritime companies embark on their GenAI journey.
SSA/091/26/EMLThe Singapore Shipping Association (SSA) is pleased to share that registration for Cybersecurity for Maritime Operational Technology (OT) course is now open. Held in collaboration with Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), this course will equip maritime professionals with a strong cybersecurity foundation covering key shipboard engineering systems, OT architectures, and the interplay between automation, navigation, and control.
SSA/ /26/EMLThe Singapore Shipping Association (SSA)'s signature AI Seminar returns with a focus on real-world AI case studies to meaningfully support maritime AI adoption.
The half-day seminar provides participants with practical understanding of how artificial intelligence (AI) is being applied in maritime business environments today, the challenges organisations face during implementations, and key lessons learn successful AI adoption cases. It is a practical perspective on adopting AI in the maritime industry, and what you should be looking out for. It will cover the following key areas:
The Singapore Shipping Association (SSA), in partnership with OComp, is introducing a new Professional Certification course - Handling Lithium-Ion Battery Fires on Board Ships, to equip seafarers and shore-based personnel with risk management, safety and emergency response skills needed for safe use of lithium-ion batteries on board ships.
SSA/089/26/EMLJoin us at the upcoming Maritime Conversations @ SSA, “Turning Mental Health Policies into Practical Shipboard Safety”, organised by the Technical Committee and the Seafarers’ Factors Workgroup. The session will take place on 30 July 2026 at the SSA Office, Bank of China Building.
SSA/088/26/EMLSSA is proud to be a supporting organisation for the 29th SME & Infocom Commerce Conference 2026 (SMEICC) , organised by the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI). The event will take place from 5 to 6 August 2026 at Suntec Singapore.
SSA/087/26/EMLSSA is proud to be a supporting partner for Technical Talk: Alternative Fuels in the Global Merchant Fleet: Charting the Path to 2050, organised by Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Singapore (SNAMES) and Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering Employees’ Union (SMEEU).
SSA/086/26/EMLCalling all maritime HR professionals!
Gain nationally recognised HR credentials and demonstrate mastery of your skills and experience through the Institute for Human Resource Professionals (IHRP) Certification.
The Singapore Shipping Association is co-locating its upcoming safety seminar, All Hands on Deck: Strengthening Culture, Improving Outcomes, with Safety@Sea Week 2026. Aligned with this year's theme, "All Hands-on Deck: Safety First", the seminar focuses on strengthening and promoting a robust safety culture across the maritime industry.
The maritime industry is entering a new era of transformation, where evolving workforce expectations, demographic shifts, and changing business models are reshaping how organisations attract, develop, and retain talent.
SSA/083/26/EMLIn June 2026, five workplace accidents resulted in seven fatalities. This brings the total number of workplace fatalities to 21 so far this year, compared with 18 over the same period last year.
SSA/082/26/EMLAI is rapidly transforming the maritime industry, creating new opportunities to enhance productivity, strengthen competitiveness, and improve decision-making across shipping operations.
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), with the support of the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA), will be organising the Maritime AI Forum: The Next Wave. The forum will bring together technology providers, maritime professionals, and policymakers to share insights, real-world use cases, and actionable strategies for companies embarking on their AI adoption journey.
On behalf of the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA), the 2025/2027 Council and the Secretariat, I would like to thank all members who attended our 30th Annual General Meeting (AGM). Your presence and participation contributed meaningfully to the discussions and underscored the strong engagement of our membership.
SSA/080/26/EMLAs we approach Q3 of 2026, the July to September courses of our Executive Development Programme (EDP) are now open for registration. These courses are priced competitively for members – we urge you to take this opportunity to upgrade your skills, gain new knowledge, and stay ahead in your field.
SSA/078/26/EMLThe SSA YEG Committee is pleased to support Peninsula’s Singapore Maritime Exploration Day, taking place on Friday, 31 July 2026. There are 10 complimentary tickets extended to SSA YEG members to participate in this event, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
SSA/079/26/EMLIn celebration of MPA’s 30th Anniversary, MPA is bringing an immersive exhibition to your neighbourhood and admission is free! Join them as they journey through Singapore’s rich maritime past, present, and future!
SSA/077/26/EMLCalling all maritime HR professionals!
Gain nationally recognised HR credentials and demonstrate mastery of your skills and experience through the Institute for Human Resource Professionals (IHRP) Certification.
On behalf of the Workplace Safety and Health Council (WSHC), we would to invite you to The Singapore Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Conference 2026, taking place on 23 July 2026.
SSA/075/26/EMLThis is a gentle reminder to register for our new two‑day programme, which teaches participants how to model and optimise wind‑assisted ships using real‑world weather data and industry‑standard resistance models. Participants will learn to quantify fuel and emission savings from Flettner rotors and hard sails under varying sea conditions and turn raw data into actionable decarbonisation strategies.
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