MPA, ClassNK Ink MoU On Ship Safety
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and ship classification society ClassNK, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance ship safety and environmental sustainability.
"With the MOU, the first to be established between MPA and ClassNK, both parties will collaborate on maritime technologies research and development (R&D) project and conduct conferences and workshops," MPA Chief Executive, Andrew Tan said.
In addition, there will also be a focus on marine renewable energy which will cover tidal energy generation, energy storage systems and bio-fouling studies.
“We are happy to partner ClassNK on this important initiative to jointly develop innovative solutions and tools addressing ship safety, emission control and marine renewable energy,” said Andrew.
The signing ceremony also marked the opening of the new ClassNK Global Research and Innovation Centre (GRIC), ClassNK’s first research center outside of Japan.
