2025 marks the 40th anniversary of the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA), a journey defined by resilience, determination, and progress. This year’s theme, “Beyond Resilience, Seize the Future” highlights how far the industry has come, and continue to thrive in the years to come.
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The maritime industry’s journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. Built on a foundation of resilience, it has not just endured the tides of change — it has thrived, evolving into a dynamic force of innovation and opportunity.
As SSA celebrates 40 years of progress, we honour the ingenuity, adaptability, and ambition that have propelled us forward. But resilience is just the beginning — it is a launchpad for transformation. The maritime sector stands at the forefront of a new era, where bold visionaries and changemakers will redefine its future.
Caroline Yang, President of SSA said “SSA has come a long way since our beginnings 40 years ago, first through the merger of five shipping related associations into the Singapore National Shipping Association (SNSA) and evolving into the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA) as we know today. We grew from strength to strength, into a diverse and vibrant shipping ecosystem and elevated our international standing through our work at regional and international maritime groupings.
Our success today is built on the hard work of past presidents who led with courage, members, including committee chairs, who contributed whole-heartedly and supportive partners. We all collaborated with one goal in mind – to safeguard Singapore’s position as an International Maritime Centre.
Today, the maritime industry stands at a pivotal point, where decarbonisation and digitalisation are no longer aspirations but imperatives. As we look to the future, we see boundless opportunities to redefine our businesses and how our industry contributes to a more sustainable world.
Together, we will drive progress, embrace change, and inspire the next generation to lead this industry into a thriving future.”
Stay tuned for further updates as we unveil more exciting initiatives and events to celebrate SSA’s 40th anniversary.