Singapore Maritime Week and Sea Asia 2025

Join us at the leading maritime events in Southeast Asia

As a Silver Sponsor of Singapore Maritime Week (SMW) and Sea Asia 2025, DNV is excited to invite you to these premier annual events, uniting the global maritime community to address key challenges and explore innovative solutions.

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Don’t miss the “Future Proofing the Maritime Industry” conference, where our Maritime COO, Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria will lead a panel discussion on how the industry can navigate emerging challenges, adopt sustainable innovations, and implement digital strategies to ensure long-term resilience and growth.

This year, we are proud to co-host the 8RO Reception alongside the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA). This exclusive, invite-only networking evening will bring together top industry leaders for meaningful connections in a dynamic setting. Visit our team of experts at the SMW Exhibition from 25 to 27 March to discover DNV’s cutting-edge services and solutions designed to help you navigate your decarbonization and digitalization journey. Together, let us turn uncertainty into confidence! Visit the official SMW website and Sea Asia websites to register for the event and find out more about the exciting line-up of events.

Meet us at Booth C18, Hall 401-402

Event Event

Gain exclusive insights from DNV Maritime experts on decarbonization, smart shipping, cybersecurity, and regulatory advancements. Hear from:

Agenda

DNV programme at SMW 2025

14:30 - 16:00

NBAS Singapore-Norway Maritime Business Forum

Panel: Future Proofing the Maritime Industry

The forum will address how the maritime industry can build resilience through sustainable innovations, digital advancements, and proactive adaptation to evolving global challenges. Discussions will focus on key enablers such as decarbonization, regulatory preparedness, and technological breakthroughs, offering insights into securing long-term growth and competitiveness in a dynamic environment.

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Location

Suntec Conference Centre

09:30 - 17:00

Exhibition hours

10:00 - 11:00

Expo@SMW ​

Bridging Maritime Cybersecurity with Trusted Emissions Data

This session delves into the vital intersection of digital security and environmental accountability in the maritime industry, highlighting how robust cybersecurity frameworks can protect the integrity of emissions data. By ensuring compliance, transparency, and trust, the discussion will address the challenges and solutions for securing critical data in an increasingly digitalized and regulated sector.

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Location

Suntec Exhibition & Convention Centre

11:05 - 11:45

7th Annual Capital Link Singapore Maritime Forum

Leading the Green Transition – Fleet & Fuels Strategy

This forum is an annual event organized by Capital Link during Singapore Maritime Week. It serves as a strategic platform for thought leaders to discuss current challenges, opportunities, and trends shaping the global maritime industry.

This session will focus on strategies for decarbonizing maritime operations by addressing fleet upgrades and alternative fuel options.

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Location

The Westin Singapore

15:10 - 16:00

Sea Asia

Shipbuilding – Macro View

This session will explore the global order book, key retrofit market drivers, and emerging ship design trends. It will also examine China’s competitive edge and the role of shipbuilding and retrofits in accelerating decarbonization.

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Location

Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Basement 2

18:30 - 19:30

Orca AI and Marubeni

The Data-Driven Voyage: Transforming Fleet Performance Through AI and Automation

This session will bring together key maritime stakeholders to discuss the evolving role of AI, automation, and autonomous technologies in shipping. It will explore how leading companies use data and smart systems to enhance safety, optimize performance, and drive innovation.

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Location

Marubeni Offices, 138 Market Street, Singapore

09:00 - 17:00

Exhibition hours

10:45 - 11:35

Sea Asia

The Maritime Energy Mix

The session will bring together industry leaders to explore the drivers influencing supply and demand dynamics and their impact on the maritime energy mix through 2030. Discussions will focus on strategies for scaling alternative fuels by building reliable infrastructure and supply chains. Experts will also highlight collaborative pathways and transition scenarios critical to supporting the industry’s sustainable energy transformation.

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Location

Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Basement 2

13:45 - 14:45

Tradewinds Shipowners Forum​

How are owners managing the regulatory tsunami?

The session will gather industry leaders to examine how shipowners are navigating the wave of new regulations reshaping maritime operations. Discussions will focus on strategies for compliance, risk management, and operational adjustments to meet evolving standards. Experts will highlight key challenges, innovative solutions, and collaborative efforts driving regulatory adaptability and long-term success.

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Location

ParkRoyal Collection Pickering​

09:30 - 17:00

Exhibition hours

09:00 - 12:00

Maritime Technologies Forum ​

Opening Address

Location

Suntec Conference Centre, Room 328 – 329

10:05 - 10:35

WATTS UP APAC

Electrification of Ships​

This session explores the transformative impact of ship electrification on the maritime industry, examining its role in reducing emissions, enhancing energy efficiency, and driving sustainable innovation. Experts will discuss the latest advancements, challenges, and opportunities in integrating electric and hybrid technologies for a greener, more resilient future.

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Location

Raflfles Marina Hotel, 10 Tuas West Drive

13:00 - 13:30

Sea Asia - the Knowledge Sharing Theatre Programme.

Maximise Fleet Efficiency with an Optimised Planned Maintenance Strategy

This session will explore strategies to enhance fleet efficiency through an optimized planned maintenance approach. The discussion will highlight key enablers such as digitalization, predictive maintenance, and operational best practices to improve reliability and cost-effectiveness.

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Location

Venue: Booth No. B2-B20

Timing TBC

SMU Maritime Thought Leadership Conference

Regional Perspectives on the Green Transition

This session will highlight the experiences and strategies of ports in Asia, Europe, and North America as they transition toward greener operations. By showcasing regional variations in regulatory frameworks, technological advancements, and sustainability goals, participants will appreciate how ports in different regions of the world drive decarbonization efforts, including electrification, hydrogen use, renewable energy integration, and green fuel infrastructure development.

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Location

Suntec Conference Centre

09:00 - 18:00

Singapore Norway Industry Workshop and Maritime Startup Matchmaking Event

Maritime Energy Transitions and Digital Technology as Enablers

The workshop will focus on trends and opportunities in segments such as electric or zero-emission vessels, autonomous technologies, energy-efficient solutions, and alternative marine fuels. This event will provide an opportunity to showcase Norwegian technologies and get the latest green maritime updates from both Norway and Singapore, as well as to network with regional stakeholders in the maritime industry.