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ABS, MPA to collaborate on maritime R&D

ABS, MPA to collaborate on maritime R&D
Classification society ABS and the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to promote maritime R&D and innovations such as LNG bunkering.

The next five years will see ABS and MPA collaborate in the areas of alternative/clean fuel and developing resilient, next-generation port systems. Both parties will also commit to promote and share maritime thought leadership on technology.

Andrew Tan, chief executive of MPA, said: “This MOU with ABS will strengthen Maritime Singapore’s R&D capabilities in the areas of green shipping, future port and maritime technologies. It also aims to promote Singapore’s position as a global maritime knowledge hub.”

The MOU includes research into LNG bunkering, port systems such as safe navigation and traffic management, and thought leadership platforms such as workshops and dialogues.

This latest agreement builds upon ABS-MPA Maritime Technology Professorship program at the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). The aim of the program is to further boost the growth of marine and offshore technology development in Singapore.