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22Sep2025

Join Our Carbon Management Workshop on 30 October

SSA is organizing a carbon management workshop, in partnership with @Maritime Port Authority (MPA) and @UN Global Compact Network Singapore (GCNS).

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17Sep2025

[INVITATION] YEG PSA Marine Tour

The SSA Secretariat is pleased to invite you to an exclusive tour of PSA Marine, a key player in Singapore’s maritime operations. Since 1964, PSA Marine has provided essential pilotage and towage services that ensure the safe and efficient movement of vessels through our busy port waters. This visit offers a unique opportunity to observe their operations up close and understand how they support Singapore’s position as a global maritime hub. You will also be introduced to PSA Marine’s approach to innovation and professional training, which continues to shape the future of marine services.

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11Sep2025

[REMINDER} REGISTER Young Maritime Professionals to the YEG Community Today

The Singapore Shipping Association would like to invite our member companies to register their young talents to the Young Executives Group (YEG) Community. This is a dedicated network for nurturing the next generation of maritime leaders aged 45 years old and below. Young maritime professionals at the start of their careers, in leadership positions and/or with leadership potential are warmly encouraged to join.

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10Sep2025

SIGN UP TODAY: Empower Your Team with Open-Source AI: Hands-On LLM Training for Shipping Professionals (NEW)

As part of our ongoing commitment to innovation and digital transformation, we are excited to announce a specialised hands-on training program: "AI Language Model for Shipping." This initiative aligns with our belief that AI should augment human capabilities—not replace them. By empowering our teams with AI literacy, we foster collaboration, innovation, and informed decision-making.

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09Sep2025

Industry Advisory: Mandatory Arrival Declaration via All Indonesia App

Starting 1 September 2025, all international travellers arriving in Indonesia are required to complete their arrival declaration using the All Indonesia app. This applies to arrivals at 4 locations.

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09Sep2025

2025 PORT STATE CONTROL CONCENTRATED INSPECTION CAMPAIGN (CIC) ON BALLAST WATER MANAGEMENT

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08Sep2025

EXCLUSIVE RATES FOR SSA MEMBERS: Register for 9th Clean Marine Fuel Forum 2025

SSA is happy to be a supporting organisation of the 9th Clean Marine Fuel Forum 2025, taking place on Wednesday, 24 September 2025 at Concorde Hotel Singapore.

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05Sep2025

[SIGN UP NOW] Maritime Conversations@SSA: Maritime in Transition - Tariffs, Green Imperatives & Market Uncertainty

Global trade tensions under “Trump 2.0,” decarbonisation efforts, and market volatility with falling global interest rates are reshaping the maritime landscape. In partnership with DBS and Deloitte. the next Maritime Conversations session will unpack key US tariff events in 2025, their impact on the ASEAN-6 export outlook, and strategies to navigate geoeconomic fragmentation.

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03Sep2025

Register Your Interest For SSA’s NEW Training: #Everyone Onboard Programme - Empowering Maritime Teams Through Foundational Excellence

Our new #Everyone Onboard Programme is designed for all levels of maritime organisations, from executives to often-unsung heroes: secretaries, receptionists, and other support staff.
In an industry where disruption, cyber threats, and operational stress are constant, support staff must also be equipped with modern workplace skills to protect, connect, and elevate their teams.

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02Sep2025

Mandatory: Attend ICA Online Engagement Session or Lose CREW Account Access

ICA will be organising a series of online engagement sessions to share the immigration clearance procedures for sea crew and passengers when seeking entry into and departing from Singapore.

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29Aug2025

Industry Advisory: Zero Tolerance for E-Vaporiser Smuggling into Singapore – Enhanced Checks in Effect

The Singapore Government prohibits e-vaporisers entirely. The Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) is conducting intensified, targeted operations at all air, land, and sea checkpoints to detect and deter smuggling attempts. Smuggling attempts will be met with strict enforcement.

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28Aug2025

Register Today: Executive Development Programme (EDP) Courses in Q4 2025

The September to November 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.

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26Aug2025

INVITATION TO Exclusive Networking with Smart Port Challenge 2025 Cohort

On behalf of PIER71TM, SSA cordially invites you to an exclusive networking event, offering a valuable opportunity to connect with the latest cohort of global maritime innovators participating in Smart Port Challenge (SPC) 2025, prominent industry leaders, and the broader maritime community. The event will take place on Thursday, 4 September 2025.

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25Aug2025

EXCLUSIVE RATES FOR SSA MEMBERS: Register for Marine Fuels 360

SSA is happy to be a supporting organisation for Marine Fuels 360, taking place from 7 to 8 October 2025 at Hilton Singapore Orchard.

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19Aug2025

Join the SCISSOR-Insurance™ Initiative: Elevate Your Cybersecurity & Insurance Protection

In today’s interconnected world, maritime operations face growing cyber risks as digitalisation expands. To safeguard your fleet and port operations, it’s critical to assess your cybersecurity readiness and secure tailored insurance coverage against threats like data breaches, operational disruptions, and even state-sponsored cyberattacks.

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15Aug2025

[INVITATION] JOINT MPA-SSA INDUSTRY BRIEFING: Decarbonisation of Harbour Craft towards 2050

Singapore’s maritime sector is charting a bold course towards net-zero emissions by 2050, with harbour craft playing a pivotal role. SSA members are invited to attend an industry briefing session jointly organised by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and Singapore Shipping Association (SSA), to explore actionable pathways, government support, and collaborative opportunities to decarbonise harbour craft operations.

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13Aug2025

EXCLUSIVE RATES FOR SSA MEMBERS: Register for Offshore Support Journal Conference Asia 2025

SSA is happy to be a supporting organisation for the upcoming Offshore Support Journal Conference Asia 2025, taking place from 9 to 10 September 2025 at the Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre.

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12Aug2025

REGISTER for SMEICC 2025

SSA is happy to be a supporting organisation for the upcoming SMEICC 2025, organised by the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI), taking place from 3 to 4 September at Suntec Singapore.

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08Aug2025

(REVISED Dates) REGISTER FOR SSA Maritime Digital Roadmap Programme - 3rd Run

We are pleased to share that registration for the third run of the SSA Maritime Digital Roadmap Programme is now open.

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07Aug2025

Requesting Feedback For Upcoming MPA SSA Ops Meeting 2025

Dear members,

As part of on-going efforts to engage the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) on matters of concern to Singapore’s maritime industry, SSA conducts regular joint meetings to discuss issues relating to ship operations and port services.

The next meeting will be held soon and all SSA members are invited to provide the Secretariat with comments and feedback relating to operational matters that they may wish to raise at the meeting.

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