MPA, Plug and Play to boost maritime innovation

The partnership also seeks to strengthen the PIER71 initiative.

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has partnered with Plug and Play to strengthen Singapore’s maritime innovation ecosystem. 

This partnership aims to support maritime startups, boost corporate engagement, and foster a dynamic community of innovators and stakeholders.

“Our partnership with Plug and Play will strengthen Singapore’s maritime innovation ecosystem by broadening access to global networks, testbeds, and funding opportunities,” said Kenneth Lim, assistant chief executive for Industry & Transformation at MPA.

“By connecting startups with industry players and supporting the development of promising solutions, we aim to accelerate digitalisation, decarbonisation, and efficiency across the sector,” Lim added.

MPA will leverage Plug and Play’s network and expertise to identify promising startups, introduce emerging technology solutions, and reinforce Singapore’s position as an innovation hub.

The partnership will also strengthen Port Innovation Ecosystem Reimagined @ BLOCK71 (PIER71), a maritime innovation ecosystem-building initiative led by MPA and the National University of Singapore’s (NUS) entrepreneurial arm, NUS Enterprise.

Plug and Play’s expertise and network will drive stronger corporate participation and complement PIER71’s efforts to attract startups, facilitate industry collaborations, and accelerate the deployment of maritime solutions.

This will also further integrate Singapore’s maritime ecosystem with global innovation networks, creating more opportunities for startups to test and scale their solutions.