🚀 PIER71™ is thrilled to congratulate two remarkable and inspiring female leaders in the #maritimeindustry, Dr. Akanksha Batura Pai and Gordana Ilic, PhD, for being recognized among the Top 100 Women in Shipping for 2024 by www.allaboutshipping.co.uk! 🎉 https://lnkd.in/guuDeW3x 🌟 Akanksha Batura Pai, honored as #1, has made numerous contributions to the industry, particularly as a #Mentor in the PIER71 #SmartPortChallenge Accelerate programme (#SPC2024). Her invaluable guidance and extensive network empowered the 2024 cohort of #startups to navigate industry complexities, fostering a vibrant community dedicated to innovation in maritime solutions. 🌍 Gordana Ilic, PhD,a new entrant in the list at rank #50, is the co-founder of BetterSea and a proud alumnus of #SPC2023. Her trailblazing start-up addresses environmental challenges in shipping, helping organisations tackle regulatory complexities and achieve their sustainability goals for a greener future. https://lnkd.in/eVHSUijQ 👏 We extend our heartfelt #congratulations to Akanksha and Gordana for their well-deserved recognition and setting a powerful example for future leaders in the maritime sector! We are proud to have them as part of the PIER71 community and wish them continued success. #WomenInMaritime #Leadership #Sustainability #Innovation Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) | Eng Dih Teo, Kenneth Lim, Thomas Ting, Yi Han Ng (黄翼航), Tay Rick Im Desmond, Zi Hua Samuel Soo, Sin Yee LOH 罗欣怡, Lee Fee Chong, Ian Ho, Gwen Chen, Sharine Tan, Zhong Yi Lee 李忠义 NUS Enterprise | Brian Koh, Lian Huat Tan, Joshua Foong, Danial Talib, Melissa Ling, Marianne Choo
PIER71™
Maritime
Singapore, Singapore 6,365 followers
A vibrant maritime ecosystem | innovative thinkers, industry and entrepreneurial experts, investors and accelerators
About us
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https://pier71.sg
External link for PIER71™
- Industry
- Maritime
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Singapore, Singapore
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- Partnership
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- 2018
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- maritime technology, innovation, accelerator programme, incubator, maritime start-up, tech start-up, and ecosystem
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Singapore, Singapore 139955, SG
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Kicking off 2025 with Innovation in Maritime! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the first Maritime Innovation Committee (MIC) activity of the year! With over 60 representatives from across the industry, we had insightful discussions on key challenges shaping the future of maritime. It was fantastic to see such a diverse mix of stakeholders—bunkering experts, shipowners, ship managers, classification societies, and institutes of higher learning (IHLs) and more—coming together to share their perspectives. Some key topics that sparked engaging discussions: ⚓ Cybersecurity for vessels – How can we safeguard digital infrastructure at sea? 🌱 True environmental impact of future fuels – A deep dive into methanol, ammonia, and their real sustainability footprint. 🔧 Maritime digitalization – Balancing innovation with operational efficiency. We hope the workshop and networking opportunities inspired new ideas and collaborations. Stay tuned for the innovation opportunities for Smart Port Challenge 2025! #PIER71 #maritimereimagined #ideate #impact #IndustryTransformation #FutureofMaritime Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) | Eng Dih Teo, Kenneth Lim, Thomas Ting, Yi Han Ng, Tay Rick Im Desmond, Ian Ho, Gwen Chen, Sharine Tan, Zhong Yi Lee 李忠义 NUS Enterprise | Brian Koh, Randall SIE, Marianne Choo, Joshua Foong, Danial Talib, Melissa Ling, Lian Huat Tan
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There's a saying “三个臭皮匠,顶过诸葛亮” (when encounter challenges, act together and the solutions will emerge). This is my takeaway this week as I reflected on tripartite partnership. Firstly, congratulations to Association of Singapore Marine & Offshore Energy Industries (ASMI) leadership team working with government agencies and the unions (#tripartite efforts)to launch the industry plan this week. Indeed, formulating the plan together will increase #ownership of the plan, and hence the #commitments to achieve the outcome collectively! (Lo-Hei) https://lnkd.in/g8tc9t-x Secondly, a big thank you to PIER71™ organising the leaders fireside chat. I brought out the importance of the #tripartite relationship between government, industry and solution providers - how we could collectively facilitate better #outcomes for the industry. Great panelists, moderator, audience and questions! (Lo-Hei) https://lnkd.in/gAxw3yhS Last but not least, thank you to Singapore Maritime Officers' Union / Wavelink Group SMOU leadership team inviting Singapore Shipping Association, Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) and Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) on the 15th day of CNY this week to celebrate the #tripartite partnership. Many thanks and I enjoyed the fortune cookie that reminds me that "I will try new things this year"! (Lo-Hei) https://lnkd.in/g_bYPS9M https://lnkd.in/gExiS8QS I look forward to another fruitful week ahead and working with our #tripartite partners!
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PIER71™’s First Fireside Chat Series - Meet The CEOs/Leaders 🔥 Yesterday, PIER71™ launched the first session of our Fireside Chat Series, featuring an incredible panel of maritime industry leaders discussing leadership, digitalization, and sustainability. It was an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation, setting the stage for many more to come! We were honored to have: Dr. Shahrin Osman– Global Business Development Leader, DNV Maritime Advisory & Associate Professor (Industry Transformation), Singapore Institute of Technology Mr. George Lee – Founder & CEO, Sea Forrest, driving maritime electrification and clean energy solutions Mr. Kenneth Lim – Assistant Chief Executive (Industry & Transformation), Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), leading Singapore’s efforts in digitalization and sustainability Moderating the discussion was Ali Gara, Founder of MagicPort and PIER71™ Alumni, who guided an engaging exchange. 🔥 Key Themes on Leadership & Industry Transformation Our panelists explored leadership’s role in shaping maritime innovation, tackling questions such as: -How can leaders accelerate sustainability and decarbonization efforts? -What leadership traits are essential for navigating transformation and fostering collaboration? The evening concluded with a LoHei gathering, where attendees continued exchanging ideas, strengthening connections, and celebrating collaboration. A huge thank you to our panelists, moderator, and everyone who joined us! This is just the beginning—stay tuned for more from PIER71’s Fireside Chat Series! 🚀🌊 #PIER71 #maritimereimagined #ideate #impact #IndustryTransformation #FutureofMaritime Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) | Eng Dih Teo, Kenneth Lim, Thomas Ting, Yi Han Ng (黄翼航), Tay Rick Im Desmond, Ian Ho, Gwen Chen, Sharine Tan, Zhong Yi Lee 李忠义 NUS Enterprise | Brian Koh, Marianne Choo, Joshua Foong, Danial Talib, Melissa Ling, Lian Huat Tan
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Happy New Year! Wishing all #startup alumni prosperity in business and soaring success in innovations in the new year! May your collaborations flourish, leading to more deals and abundant results! To our domain experts, mentors, VC panel, corporate and ecosystem partners, thank you for your continual support. Wishing you an abundance of happiness, prosperity and success. 祝您在新的一年里,财源广进 , 生意兴隆 , 恭喜发财! Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) | Eng Dih Teo, Kenneth Lim, Thomas Ting, Yi Han Ng (黄翼航), Tay Rick Im Desmond, Zi Hua Samuel Soo, Sin Yee LOH 罗欣怡, Lee Fee Chong, Ian Ho, Gwen Chen, Sharine Tan, Zhong Yi Lee 李忠义 NUS Enterprise | Brian Koh, Marianne Choo, Joshua Foong, Danial Talib, Melissa Ling, Lian Huat Tan
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Congratulations #MaritimeSG and the collective efforts of everyone who helped boost records to new heights! #startups #Innovation #opportunities
𝙋𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙙 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 Thanks to the tripartite efforts and support of the global maritime community and partners, the Port of Singapore set new 2024 highs for vessel arrivals, container throughput, bunker sales, alternative fuels and in the Singapore Registry of Ships. 𝗩𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘀 The gross tonnage (GT) of vessel arrivals reached a new high of 3.11 bil GT. Bulk carriers, container ships and tankers each contributed to over 30% of total vessel arrival tonnage. Arrivals of bulk carriers hit a record. This milestone reinforces S'pore’s role as a global hub for various vessel types, supporting the trading of commodities and transshipment. 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗼 Cargo throughput increased by 5.2% to 622.67 mil tonnes in 2024. Container throughput from PSA terminals and Jurong Port crossed the 40 mil TEU mark and grew by over 2 mil TEUs from 2023 to reach 41.12 mil TEUs. 𝗕𝘂𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹𝘀 Total bunker sales set a new high of 54.92 mil tonnes, with a 6.0% year-on-year increase. For the first time, sales of alternative bunker fuels exceeded one million tonnes to reach 1.34 mil tonnes, driven by sales of biofuel blends, LNG and methanol. Sales of methanol reached 1,626 tonnes, and 9.74 tonnes of ammonia was bunkered over a few operations for the first time globally. This reflects the readiness of Singapore to support the multi-fuel transition. 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 (𝗦𝗥𝗦) Total tonnage of the SRS exceeded 100 mil GT - from 99.6 mil GT in 2023 to 108 mil GT in 2024. This is testament to the high quality of the Singapore flag trusted by the shipping community. #MaritimeSG supported various SRS shipowners in their overseas operations. 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲 (𝗜𝗠𝗖) We continued to grow as an IMC, and are now home to close to 200 international shipping groups. Total business spending by key maritime companies increased to S$5.2 bil. We also partnered more than 30 maritime companies in shipping, insurance, shipbroking and MarineTech to expand their footprint. As part of the pro-enterprise rules review, we will continue to help lower systemic costs. Measures included waiver of security deposits for companies with lower credit risks and night-tow for barges. For 2025 which is SG60, we expect steady growth given the reconfiguration of shipping alliances, growth of regional trade and supply chains. Building on the strong partnership with our tripartite and global partners, we will continue to upskill and support our maritime workforce. We look forward to maintaining good momentum for #MaritimeSG, and good progress at the regional and international fronts including at the International Maritime Organization. We will host the inaugural General Assembly of the new International Organization of Marine Aids to Navigation next month and welcome delegates to S'pore! Full media release: http://bit.ly/3ChLWxW
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PIER71™ is delighted with the opportunity to showcase #MaritimeSG and the technology our #startup alumni are bringing to the maritime industry. Do join us at this upcoming webinar to find out more!
🚢 Kalder alle danske maritime startups! 🇩🇰 Vidste du, at Singapores Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) har programmer, der hjælper maritime startups? Kom til webinar den 4. februar 2025 og hør mere om både forretningsmuligheder i Singapore, og hvilke støttemuligheder, der er for danske maritime startups i Singapore. Webinaret arrangeres af den dansk ambassade i Singapore i samarbejde Danske Maritime (Danish Maritime) og Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) Singapore er et af verdens førende maritime knudepunkter, der består af et stort maritimt økosystem af internationale shipping firmaer, skibsmæglere, befragtere, forsikringsselskaber og skibsadministratorer til finansielle institutioner og meget mere. Webinaret er en unik mulighed for at høre direkte fra Singapores søfarts- og havnemyndighed (MPA) om, hvordan deres støtte og programmer kan give adgang til økosystemet. Dato: 4. februar 2025 Tid: 09:00 – 10:00 CET Webinaret foregår på Microsoft Teams, og mødedetaljer sendes til de registrerede deltagere. For tilmelding, kontakt Jacqueline Tan, Commercial Advisor (Maritime and Defence), på jietan@um.dk. PIER71™ #Maritim #MaritimInnovation #DanskeMaritim #Singapore #DKinSG #GreenTogether Embassy of Denmark in Singapore The Trade Council of Denmark in the Philippines Embassy of Denmark in Indonesia and ASEAN Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam Embassy of Denmark in Bangkok Denmark in Malaysia
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Here's another reason why you should be part of #SMW2025. Full access pass holders get to attend the Singapore Maritime Lecture delivered by SM Lee Hsien Loong and also meet up with #startups like you, if you are exhibiting alongside PIER71™ at the Innovation and Technology Village - Expo@SMW. Last few booths up for grabs. DM us to connect!
We are excited to announce that Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong will be delivering the Singapore Maritime Lecture at the Singapore Maritime Week (SMW) 2025 Opening Day as our Guest-of-Honour! This will be followed by a fireside chat with the audience. Themed Actions Meet Ambition, the 19th edition of SMW will bring together local and overseas maritime leaders, government officials, industry captains, technology innovators etc. across the value chain to discuss key issues and trends in the maritime industry. It is also a platform that provides invaluable social and networking opportunities to facilitate collaboration and partnerships. Date: Monday, 24 March 2025 Venue: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hall 401 & 402. Do not miss this opportunity. Book your Full Access Pass pass now to attend this exclusive session at SMW 2025: https://lnkd.in/g8PRAdYV #SMW2025 #SingaporeMaritimeWeek #ActionsMeetAmbition #maritime #maritimeindustryleaders
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PIER71™ Alumni Making Waves Green COP Pte Ltd #SPC2022 https://lnkd.in/gpnMb344
From Waste to Waves: Transforming Biowaste to Maritime Fuels The #maritime sector is witnessing a significant shift towards #sustainability, with #innovative solutions paving the way for a greener future. One such groundbreaking initiative is the conversion of plant-based waste into sustainable #biofuels for shipping. One of those who have embarked on this journey is Green COP Pte Ltd – a company that has adopted an innovative approach that not only addresses #wastemanagement, but also provides a sustainable #alternativefuel source for vessels. The impact of this technology is substantial. Besides reducing nitrogen oxides (#NOx) emissions by 30% – a significant step towards reducing the environmental footprint of shipping – Green COP's biofuels are also engineered to be compatible with existing engine systems, facilitating a smoother transition to greener operations without necessitating extensive fleet modifications. This development aligns with the global maritime industry's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas (#GHG) emissions and promoting sustainable practices. It represents a crucial step towards achieving the International Maritime Organization's ambitious targets for #decarbonisation in the shipping sector. As we continue to explore and implement sustainable solutions in the maritime industry, #collaboration and innovation remain key. We encourage industry professionals to share their thoughts and ideas on further enhancing sustainability in shipping. How do you envision the future of #greenshipping? What other innovative solutions could contribute to a more sustainable maritime sector? Join the conversation and be part of shaping the future of sustainable shipping. #MaritimeSG #SustainableShipping #GreenTechnology #Biofuels #MaritimeIndustry
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Thanks #MPA for the feature on Kang Hui LIM , PIER71™ Alumnus CRecTech Pte Ltd. We have much to uncover and showcase about our Founders. #SPC2023
Meet Kang Hui LIM, Co-founder CEO of CRecTech Pte Ltd, whose vision for sustainable fuel innovation is making waves in the maritime industry! At CRecTech, Kang Hui has pioneered a catalytic technology that makes green Biomethanol an affordable alternative fuel for maritime vessels. His work directly addresses the industry’s need for cleaner fuel solutions, helping small vessel owners transition to greener operations with an accessible and efficient renewable fuel source. This achievement earned Kang Hui's startup second place in the PIER71™ Smart Port Challenge 2023, an annual innovation challenge dedicated to fostering innovation in Singapore's maritime sector. In his downtime, Kang Hui explores complex systems through a different lens—his DSLR camera—capturing the beauty of city streets and nature alike. For him, both his work and photography are about finding new perspectives and solutions. His dedication to #decarbonisation and #sustainability aligns with his vision for a sustainable future, inspiring others to see the world as he does—full of potential for positive change. Learn more about career opportunities in the maritime industry here: https://lnkd.in/g6ZBK8ap #MaritimeSG #CareerOpportunities #MaritimeCareers