The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established in 1996 through the merger of the Marine Department, National Maritime Board, and regulatory departments of the former Port of Singapore Authority. It operates under the Ministry of Transport and oversees Singapore's port operations, maritime safety, shipping regulations, and industry development initiatives.
MPA plays a critical role in maintaining Singapore's position as one of the world's busiest and most advanced maritime hubs. Its responsibilities include port and marine services regulation, vessel traffic management, maritime safety, environmental sustainability, maritime digitalization, and international maritime relations. The authority also supports innovation in areas such as green shipping, maritime decarbonization, AI, and smart port technologies.
MPA offers career opportunities across maritime operations, engineering, policy development, cybersecurity, digital transformation, environmental sustainability, data analytics, port management, and corporate services.