Singapore, already established as Southeast Asia’s largest automotive transhipment hub, is set to further strengthen its position as a critical gateway linking Asia with major global markets through a strategic joint venture between Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) and PSA International.
The partnership will enhance terminal service reliability and operational efficiency for MOL’s roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) services, while securing long-term terminal capacity to support the company’s growing global automobile transport demand. Leveraging Singapore’s extensive regional connectivity and value-added automotive logistics services, the collaboration is expected to deliver seamless vehicle flows from source to market.
Under the joint venture, MOL will draw on its extensive global shipping and logistics network, while PSA will contribute its deep expertise as a leading terminal operator. Together, the two companies will jointly manage terminal operations, reinforcing their long-standing partnership and strengthening Singapore’s role within the global automotive supply chain.
Beyond terminal operations, MOL and PSA will expand their collaboration across three strategic pillars: operational optimisation, digital innovation, and sustainability leadership. These initiatives align with PSA’s vision of integrating its global nodes into a synchronised and adaptive network, as well as MOL’s long-term management plan, “BLUE ACTION 2035,” which focuses on strengthening global competitiveness and driving sustainable business growth.
Commenting on the partnership, Mr Nelson Quek, Regional CEO Southeast Asia, PSA International, said, “PSA Singapore has long served as a cornerstone of global trade, trusted as a key hub and vital node within the world’s supply chains. This partnership with MOL strengthens that role by integrating our automobile terminal more deeply into our global network, enabling seamless connectivity across the automotive logistics value chain. Together, we are committed to delivering sustainable, long-term value for our automotive customers.”
Mr Jotaro Tamura, Senior Managing Executive Officer of MOL, added, “This investment is an important part of MOL’s regional strategy to expand beyond the shipping business, alongside our marine transportation services, and to grow our automotive business. By combining the strengths of MOL and PSA in this joint venture, we will enhance scale and efficiency while driving sustainability and digital innovation. This investment reflects MOL’s commitment to stronger industry partnerships and a more sustainable global supply chain.”
The joint venture marks a significant step in reinforcing Singapore’s status as a premier automotive logistics hub, while enabling both MOL and PSA to deliver higher-quality, future-ready automotive transportation services to customers worldwide.