Singapore - The World's Port of Call
Ports are an essential part of sea-borne transportation and certainly contributed to the growth of shipping and global trade. Since the 1980s, containerization¹⁵ has radically paved the way for greater volumes of goods to be transported by sea. Containerization has also propelled Singapore into a global leader in port management and one of the world’s busiest ports in terms of shipping tonnage. In 2007, Singapore handled a total of 483.4 tonnes¹⁶ of cargo. We are also one of the world’s busiest bunkering centres. Our container port is the largest container transhipment hub in the world and we are also the world leader for conversion of Floating Production Storage Offloading (FPSO) vessels.

Besides efficient cargo-handling, bunkering, oil refining, shipbuilding and shiprepair, the Singapore port is also noted for its wide range of marine services including pilotage, towage, heavy lift services, offshore support, salvage work, fresh water supply, crew change, ship supplies and disposal, among others. Our comprehensive port facilities and services remain unsurpassed in terms of quality, efficiency, competitiveness and reliability. These are backed by international terminal operators for cargo/container handling, petrochemicals and oil refining.

To remain a global leader in port management, investments in quality manpower, information technology and port infrastructure, have been made so as to meet the exacting demands of the marketplace.

Useful links:
- Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore www.mpa.gov.sg

¹⁵ Containerization is the system of freight transport using standard containers which can be handled in one standardized manner regardless of the goods they are carrying.
¹⁶ Source : The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore