International Chamber of Shipping opens Singapore office to deepen ties across Asia-Pacific

September 29 ------ The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), a trade association which represents over 80% of the world merchant fleet, has established its new office in Singapore, the world’s top maritime hub.

As informed, the Singapore office will serve as a regional hub, fostering collaboration on critical issues such as decarbonization, safety, seafarer welfare and the adoption of new technologies. The new ICS Representative Office, opened with the support of the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA), is located in the central business district of Singapore.

“We welcome the International Chamber of Shipping’s decision to establish its Singapore office, joining other key international organizations with a regional base here. ICS’s presence will strengthen collaboration on priorities such as decarbonization, digital transformation, and safety standards. These are key areas shaping the future of international shipping and where closer cooperation between industry and regulators can drive impactful solutions for the greater good of the global maritime sector,” Ang Wee Keong, Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) Chief Executive, commented.

“The strategic opening of our office in Singapore underlines ICS’s commitment to working closely with one of the most dynamic maritime canters in the world. Singapore continues to be at the forefront in areas such as bunkering, fuel innovation, digitalization, and decarbonization, and we look forward to building even stronger partnerships with the industry and authorities here,” Thomas A. Kazakos, ICS Secretary General, highlighted. “This is an important milestone for ICS as we deepen our ties across the Asia-Pacific region. We are confident that our increased presence and cooperation across this region in will deliver real benefits to our members and to the wider global shipping community.”

The establishment of the Singapore office is said to represent a significant step in ICS’s ongoing mission to support the global shipping industry in the region, following the opening of the China Liaison Office with a presence in both Shanghai and the Hong Kong SAR. In November, ICS will also be hosting a second Global Maritime Trade Summit in Hong Kong.

“It is an honor to take on this role at such a pivotal time for our industry. I look forward to working with our members, partners, and stakeholders to ensure that ICS continues to make a positive impact in Singapore and across the region,” Sunil Krishnakumar, General Manager of ICS Singapore Branch, said.

“The launch of the ICS Singapore Branch adds to the vibrancy of Singapore as an International Maritime Centre, joining other esteemed international maritime organizations based here. SSA is delighted to host and partner with one of the world’s principal shipping organizations to support our industry’s standing in the global shipping community,” Teo Teng Seng, President of Singapore Shipping Association, stated.

Source: offshore-energy.biz