The Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Singapore and the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries of the Republic of Korea (ROK) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish the Singapore–ROK Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC).
The agreement was signed by Singapore’s Acting Minister for Transport, Jeffrey Siow, and the ROK’s Minister of Oceans and Fisheries, Chun Jae Soo.
The exchange of the MoU took place between Singapore’s Senior Minister of State for Transport, Murali Pillai, and Minister Chun Jae Soo, witnessed by Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and ROK’s President Lee Jae Myung on 2 November 2025.
Under the MoU, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries will collaborate on initiatives to support the maritime sector’s transition to zero or near-zero GHG emission fuels.
These efforts will include the development of bunkering infrastructure, alignment of technical standards, exchange of technical knowledge, industry and research trials, and joint training for maritime professionals.
The partnership will also focus on advancing digitalisation to improve information exchange and operational efficiency within the maritime industry.
Jeffrey Siow, Acting Minister for Transport, said: “This partnership underscores our shared commitment to building a sustainable and future-ready maritime sector.
“By advancing clean energy, digital innovation, and skills development, we not only address national priorities but also contribute to global efforts for green shipping and strengthen supply chain resilience.”
Chun Jae Soo, Minister of Oceans and Fisheries, stated: “The Republic of Korea and Singapore are key maritime partners in Asia, and together we will lead efforts to achieve international shipping decarbonisation.
“Through this cooperation, both countries will promote the adoption of green fuels and digital solutions, contributing to the sustainable growth of the global maritime sector.”
On 26 October, MPA was informed on of a collision between the Singapore-registered container vessel WAN HAI A17 and the Chinese-registered vessel HAI LI 5 in waters off Guangzhou, China.