Global Connectivity

Singapore is today at the centre of a global land, sea and air transportation network.

Singapore is at the centre of a globally interconnected land, sea and air transportation network that spans the globe. Since its founding as an Asian trading port over a century ago, Singapore has grown and prospered as the meeting place and crossroads of the world.

As home to one of the greatest ports in maritime trade, Singapore is the focal point for some 200 shipping lines with links to more than 600 ports worldwide. It is the busiest port in the world in terms of shipping tonnage, with an average 140,000 vessels calling at the port annually.

In terms of both passenger and freight air transport, Changi Airport has established itself as a major aviation hub in the Asia-Pacific. It is served by 80 airlines with over 7,400 flights connecting to more than 400 cities in 100 countries and territories.

Although most noted for its extensive sea and air links, Singapore also has road and rail connections to the rest of Southeast Asia.

Singapore is connected to the Malaysian railway system, whose most southerly station is actually located within Singapore. With a regular passenger and freight schedule, trains wind their way up Peninsular Malaysia stopping at all the important towns and cities.

Singapore is the premier location for hosting regional and international maritime events, conferences and exhibitions.

Singapore is the premier location for hosting regional and international maritime events, conferences and exhibitions, where industry players can engage in business and social networking, exchange knowledge on industry trends, local and international regulatory and business developmental thinking as well as exhibit their products and services.

Singapore’s excellent infrastructure, efficient transport & communication links and a wide range of accommodation and dining options and leisure activities offer delegates, exhibitors and event participants a safe, relaxed and pleasant environment in which to conduct their business.

To further develop and promote Singapore as a global meeting place and location for maritime events, MPA works together with strategic partners within the maritime industry and relevant government agencies such as the Singapore Maritime Foundation and the Singapore Tourism Board respectively, to host major maritime events, conferences, exhibitions, talks, seminars and think-tank sessions, covering the entire spectrum of the maritime industry. Examples of such events include:

Singapore Maritime Week – the leading annual maritime event in Singapore.

Singapore International Bunkering Conference (SIBCON)

International Chemical and Oil Pollution Conference and Exhibition (ICOPCE)