Singapore | October 25, 2025 – Singapore and China have taken a significant step in maritime decarbonisation with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish the Singapore–China Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC). The agreement was signed on 19 October 2025 by Mr. Jeffrey Siow, Singapore’s Acting Minister for Transport, and Mr. Liu Wei, China’s Minister of Transport.
National-Level Collaboration on Sustainable Shipping
The MoU elevates GDSC cooperation to the national level, building on previous municipality- and provincial-level initiatives with Tianjin and Shandong launched in 2023 and 2024. The corridor aims to promote low-carbon shipping, enhance port efficiency, and advance digitalisation across the maritime supply chain.
Driving Decarbonisation and Digitalisation
Under the new framework, Singapore and China will collaborate with industry stakeholders to:
- Advance maritime decarbonisation through green shipping solutions.
- Enhance port and supply chain efficiency using smart infrastructure.
- Develop digital technologies and standards to improve transparency, resilience, and operational efficiency across the maritime ecosystem.
“This agreement builds on our strengths in manufacturing, supply chain networks, regulatory frameworks, and financial systems, enabling both countries to lead innovation in green and digital maritime initiatives,” the MoT shared.
A Shared Commitment to a Sustainable Maritime Future
The Singapore–China GDSC highlights the countries’ joint commitment to maritime connectivity, technological innovation, and sustainable shipping. By integrating green and digital solutions, the corridor is expected to support the global transition towards a more efficient, resilient, and low-carbon maritime sector.
The initiative also reinforces Singapore and China’s role as pioneers in maritime decarbonisation, setting a benchmark for other countries seeking to implement environmentally sustainable shipping and digital port operations.
About MPA Singapore
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA Singapore) plays a pivotal role in shaping Singapore as a global hub for maritime trade and bunkering. Established in 1997, MPA oversees the country’s extensive port operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and sustainability in one of the world’s busiest ports. Singapore is consistently ranked as the top bunkering port globally, handling over 54 million metric tons of bunker fuel annually.
MPA Singapore is committed to promoting innovation in maritime practices and fostering collaboration within the industry to enhance maritime safety, decarbonisation, and digitalisation. With a strategic vision to lead in sustainable shipping, MPA continues to support the maritime community through various initiatives and partnerships, positioning Singapore at the forefront of the global maritime landscape.
Source MPA Singapore