SMOU, 75 Jellicoe Road, Singapore (2026)

28/09/2026

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗯𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗮 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘁.

In collaboration with 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗞𝗲𝘁𝗰𝗵𝘂𝗽 (MOSG), we're offering a glimpse into the lives of the people who keep global trade moving, through the experiences of one of our seafarers.

In this episode, Chief Officer Justin Lim joins the hosts over a plate of chilli crab for a candid conversation about life at sea, sharing the experiences, challenges and memorable moments that have shaped his journey as a seafarer.

From adapting to life away from home to taking on responsibilities at sea, Justin offers insights into a profession that many rarely get to see up close.

While this conversation offers only a small glimpse into the profession, we hope it sparks curiosity about the people behind the ships we depend on every day.

A heartfelt thank you to The Daily Ketchup for featuring Justin and helping bring these stories to a wider audience.

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/cUuVsHovfNo?si=OonNC7BLOkwwWBhw

28/09/2026

𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝘃𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗮𝘆.

For Abdul Fariz, stepping away from seafaring could have marked the end of a dream. Instead, it became a turning point.

Years later, he found his way back to sea, supported by mentors, family and friends who helped him stay the course through every challenge and milestone.

Read his full story: https://seavoices.org.sg/abdul-fariz-staying-the-course-to-the-bridge/

25/09/2026

𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲: 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲

What do maritime policies look like in practice, and what do they mean for the next generation entering the industry?

In this special World Maritime Day edition of knot your average podcast, in collaboration with the Singapore Shipping Association's Young Executives Group (SSA YEG), we bring together industry leaders, Ng Yi Han, Senior Director (Innovation, Technology and Talent Development) of the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore - MPA, and Caroline Yang, CEO of Hong Lam Marine, for a townhall conversation with seafarers, young maritime professionals and newcomers to the sector.

Moderated by Dr. Akanksha Batura Pai and Elizabeth Yeo, Part 1 of this 3-part series explores Singapore's vision for maritime digitalisation and decarbonisation, the opportunities these developments present, and how the industry can implement new regulations without placing unintended pressures on seafarers.

Watch the full epiosde of Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/-g61ONoI2Eg

A special thank you to the 𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘎𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘳𝘺 for hosting this World Maritime Day special edition of the podcast.

Happy World Maritime Day!

18/09/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲?

For Member of Parliament for Mountbatten SMC and SMOU Advisor Gho Sze Kee 吴诗琪, it is not about proving a policy right. It is about listening to those affected, assessing its real-world impact, and having the courage to adapt when circumstances change.

In our latest SeaVoices thought leadership piece, Gho Sze Kee examines the often-complex journey from policy intent to implementation. From managing competing priorities to bridging the gap between policymakers and those on the ground, she shares why meaningful outcomes require more than good intentions.

Read the full article here: https://seavoices.org.sg/making-policy-matter/?tag=news

09/09/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀?

On 5 September 2026, we celebrated the achievements of our members' children at our annual SMOU Bursary & Scholarship Awards Presentation. We were honoured to welcome Brother Eric Chua, Senior Parliamentary Secretary for the Ministry of Law, Singapore and the MSF Singapore, as our Guest-of-Honour.

In his welcome address, Brother Eric encouraged our young recipients to stay curious and resilient, while recognising the important role seafarers play in keeping Singapore connected to the world.

It was a proud moment as our recipients took to the stage to be recognised for their hard work and academic achievements. As we celebrate their accomplishments today, we look forward to seeing where their aspirations take them tomorrow.

View the event photos here: https://www.smou.org.sg/resources/gallery

02/09/2026

𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲? 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲.

As AI, automation and digitalisation transform industries around the world, the future of Singapore's maritime sector will depend not only on technology, but on the people who power it.

In this thought leadership piece, NTUC Singapore Deputy Secretary-Generals Desmond Choo 朱倍庆 and Cham Hui Fong reflect on why Singapore's greatest strength has never been technology alone. It is the people behind it.

From workforce transformation to lifelong learning, they share why supporting workers through change will be key to building a resilient and competitive future for Singapore.

Read more on our SeaVoices here: https://seavoices.org.sg/singapores-secret-advantage-isnt-technology-its-people/

27/08/2026

What if we told you soap used to be currency onboard a ship?

Capt Anuj Velankar remembers getting two bars of soap a week and watching them become one of the most valuable things for him at sea. Meanwhile, Chin Woo gets two bars a month and leaves them untouched.

Catch the full conversation in Episode 4 of the Knot Your Average Podcast!

25/08/2026

𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀, 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀.

On 12 August 2026, our female seafarers gathered for an evening of conversations, shared experiences, and meaningful connections. Through a calligraphy workshop, words of strength and resilience were turned into messages of encouragement, with each participant gifting an artwork to a fellow seafarer.

A simple reminder that no one needs to navigate the maritime journey alone.

24/08/2026

𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗮. 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘀.

Last Saturday, 22 August 2026, 128 of our members, families, tripartite partners, and maritime industry friends gathered for the 19th SMOU Annual Bowling Challenge.

From friendly rivalry on the lanes to meaningful conversations off them, the event was a wonderful reminder of the strong community spirit that keeps our maritime family connected.

Thank you to everyone who joined us. We look forward to seeing you again next year!

View the full event photos here: https://www.smou.org.sg/resources/gallery

21/08/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗶𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆. 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗶𝘁.

Yesterday, 20 August 2026, we partnered with NTUC's Employment and Employability Institute (e2i) to bring an AI Discovery Masterclass to maritime companies, helping participants explore practical ways to apply AI in the workplace.

From identifying everyday challenges to developing meaningful AI use cases through the CHART framework, participants gained insights into how technology can support productivity, innovation, and better workplace outcomes.

Thank you to all the maritime companies that joined us and contributed to the discussions. As AI continues to transform the world of work, collaboration between companies, workers, and industry partners will be key to building a resilient and future-ready maritime sector.

SMOU

28/09/2026

28/09/2026

25/09/2026

18/09/2026

09/09/2026

02/09/2026

27/08/2026

25/08/2026

24/08/2026

21/08/2026

Address

Telephone

Website

Alerts

Contact The Business

Shortcuts

Share

Listing takedown request