The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Provincial Transport Department of Shandong in China have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) establishing a new Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC) between their respective ports.
The Singapore – Shandong GDSC aims to streamline operations for the growing volume of vessels transiting between the two locations and drive the adoption of green and digital systems among stakeholders in their common trade ecosystem.
Singapore is the world’s largest bunkering hub and busiest transshipment seaport, while Shandong hosts a key cluster of ports and shipyards along China’s coastline, including Qingdao Port.
Under the MoU, MPA and the Shandong Provincial Transport Department will work with various stakeholders, including maritime administrations, port operators, maritime companies, institutes of higher learning and shipyards to promote digital and low-carbon initiatives for shipping.
Focus areas include exploring collaboration in emerging technologies, training in safe handling of alternative fuels, knowledge sharing on shore power technologies, exchange of digital information to facilitate port clearances, and sharing of standards and best practices.
The marks the second GDSC between Singapore and China following the Singapore – Tianjin GDSC established in 2023.
