Singapore and South Korea have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to create a Green and Digital Shipping Corridor. The agreement aims to advance zero-emission shipping and enhance maritime digitalization between the two nations.
The MOU was signed by Jeffrey Siow, Singapore’s Acting Minister for Transport, and Chun Jae Soo, South Korea’s Minister of Oceans and Fisheries. The initiative builds on long-standing maritime cooperation between the countries since 2010.
Under the agreement, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and South Korea’s Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries will develop bunkering infrastructure for clean fuels, align technical standards, and conduct joint trials with industry and research partners. The two countries will also promote training programs and data exchange to boost operational efficiency through digitalization.
Pacific Environment welcomed the partnership, praising South Korea’s leadership in advancing zero-emission shipping. “This collaboration shows real progress toward a cleaner, more sustainable maritime industry,” said Hyunju Kang, Asia Climate Campaign Director at Pacific Environment.
Jie Ying Lim, Singapore Climate Specialist at Pacific Environment, added: “Regional cooperation like this is vital to drive decarbonization. Singapore’s commitment to green shipping corridors sets an example for the region.”
The new corridor reinforces both nations’ commitment to clean maritime technologies and sustainable global supply chains, positioning Singapore and South Korea as key leaders in maritime decarbonization.
