On 7 November 2024, MPA organised a Deepavali celebration event at the Mission to Seafarers Singapore (MtSS) Drop-In Centre at Jurong Port, bringing a touch of home to seafarers working far from their families during the festive period. The celebrations were filled with warmth and cheer with seafarers and representatives from MPA and MtSS enjoying a sumptuous variety of dishes including local fare.

Recognising that not all seafarers could join the celebrations in-person at the Drop-In Centre, MPA and MtSS also visited vessels in the Port of Singapore to spread the festive cheer, including distributing goodie bags and checking in on the well-being of ships’ crew.

MPA appreciates the seafaring community for their commitment and contributions towards Maritime Singapore and will continue to support efforts that seek to enhance the welfare of crew on board ships.