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2 Editor’snote

2 SSAExecutiveDevelopmentProgramTrainingCalendar

4 SMFNewYearCocktailReception

4 ReCAAPNauticalForum

6 RowaroundSingaporeIslandEnduranceChallenge

7 MeetingwithIACS

28 Upcomingevents

28 Calendarofevents

EditorEsbenPoulssonEditorial TeamMarianneChoo,JulianaLim,JessicaNgContributorsSingaporeShippingAssociation(QuekTsuiChiang&LauYingWen),SingaporeMaritimeFoundationPhoto credits: TheMissiontoSeafarers(MissionRASI)

Features

8 SSAcommemorates30yearsofservicetotheindustry

12 ServingwithVision,LeadingwithPassionandConviction

Future Ready

14 SingaporeMaritimeInstitute(SMI)

Member Events

16 SSAYearEndNetworking CocktailReception

17 SGXSSASeminar

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20 SSALunarNewYearCocktailReception

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Editor’s NoteIn this, the first issue of 2015, we decided to focus on the Association’s 30th

Anniversary, with a look to the past and, just as importantly, a look to the future. It seems very appropriate that as we turn 30, Singapore itself is only months away

from turning 50 so clearly, there is much to celebrate in terms of these important milestones – even if all of us could wish for better freight markets, especially in the dry bulk and, to a lesser extent, the container segments.

Time flies it seems, and already we are nearing the end of the first quarter of what will be a busy year on many fronts. We had an excellent turnout for the annual Lunar New Year cocktail and before long, it will once again be the Singapore Maritime Week with a packed program. In June, it will be time for our AGM and council elections and so on it goes.

I wish you happy reading and hope you will enjoy the many interesting articles in this issue which I think, as ever, is a good reflection of our diverse, engaged and active association.

Effective Written CommunicationTaught by Mr. William Tan, a Consultant Trainer, Business Improvement speaker and Motivator who also conducts training overseas, this course is designed to explain the importance of the use of correct English in daily shipping business transactions and communications. In addition, some techniques and useful pointers in writing emails, letters and memoranda, as well as presentation and analysis of numeric data in shipping situations, will be explained. Find out more about our other courses avaiable at http://www.ssa.org.sg/ssa/ssa-courses now!

TRAINING CALENDAR | APRIL – JUNE 2015 Fees*COURSES OPEN FOR REGISTRATION

*Fees are subject to prevailing GST. MCF Training Grant is available for eligible participants. MCF Training Grant is not available for the courses – “Understanding Import/Export Techniques and Documentation” and “Effective Written Communication in the Shipping Industry”. Please refer to www.mpa.gov.sg/mcf for more information. Dates may be subject to change. Register for the courses online at: http://www.ssa.org.sg/ssa/ssa-courses/registration-form and for further enquiries, please contact Kuna at Email: ssa.trg@ssa.org.sg or Tel: 6305 2267 for enquiries. For the full list of courses, please visit the SSA website.

Course Title Start Date End Date Duration SSA Members Non-SSA Members

Principles of Shipping 23/04/15 04/06/15 13 Evenings $780.00 $1,170.0Operations and Practices (6.30pm – 9.00pm)

Principles of Shipping 07/04/15 19/05/15 13 Evenings $780.00 $1,17.00Documentation and Practices (6.30pm – 9.00pm)

Understanding Import/Export 29/04/15 30/04/15 2 Days $450.00 $675.00Techniques & Documentation (9.00am – 5.30pm)

Principles of Shipbroking and Chartering 08/04/15 10/04/15 2.5 Days $600.00 $900.00 (2.00pm – 6.00pm) 10/06/15 12/06/15 (9.00am – 6.00pm) Shipping Law & Disputes 14/05/15 18/06/15 6 Evenings $450.00 $675.00 (6.30pm – 9.00pm)

Compliance of IMDG Code for 03/06/15 05/06/15 3 days $900.00 $1,350.00Transport of Dangerous Goods (9.00am – 5.00pm)

Container Management and Practices 27/05/15 28/05/15 2 Days $450.00 $675.00 (9.00am – 5.30pm)

Marine Insurance 21/04/15 22/04/15 2 Days $450.00 $675.00 (9.00am – 5.30pm)

Effective Written Communication 18/04/15 20/04/15 3 Days $675.00 $1,012.50in the Shipping Industry (9.00am – 6.20pm)

Basic Course on the Code (SS600:2008) 13/05/15 13/05/15 1 Day $290.00 $410.00of Practice for Bunkering 17/06/15 17/06/15 (9.00am – 5.30pm) Intermediate Course on the Code of Practice 10/04/15 11/04/15 2 Days $825.00 $1,237.50for Bunkering (SS600:2008 Chapter 1 12/06/15 13/06/15 (8.45am – 6.15pm) – for Cargo Officers)

Maritime Labour Convention 15/04/15 15/04/15 1 Day $360.00 $540.00 (8.30am – 5.30pm)

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SMF New Year Cocktail Reception 2015

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On 16 January 2015, the Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) hosted its annual New Year Cocktail Reception at the Conrad Centennial Singapore Hotel on 16 January

2015, with more than 250 maritime leaders from the public and private sectors attending the evening reception. Mr Michael Chia, Chairman of the SMF Board, gave the welcome speech and highlighted to guests the upcoming major events to look forward to, such as the Sea Asia 2015 show in April and the Nor-shipping show in June. He also touched on the various key initiatives of SMF in 2014, and thanked partners for showing their continuous support for SMF.

Some new initiatives last year are the Singapore Ministerial Maritime Dialogue, the Little Red Dot Maritime Reading Passport Sponsorship Programme, and the Maritime Profiling Video, which was showcased during the reception as well. Thereafter, Minister for Transport Mr Lui Tuck Yew, Guest-of-Honour for the event, announced the port and maritime performance for past year, citing that despite the global challenges facing the local maritime community in 2014, Singapore has maintained its position as the world’s top bunkering port, and continued to achieve good growth in annual vessel arrival tonnage.

(L-R: Mr Patrick Phoon, Ms Gina Lee-Wan, Mr Lee Keng Mun, Mr Pang Kin Keong, Minister for Transport Mr Lui Tuck Yew, Mr Michael Chia, Mr Andrew Tan, Mr Tan Puay Hin, Mr Goh Teik Poh & Mr David Chin)

The ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre (ISC), Maritime Port and Authority of Singapore (MPA) and Singapore Shipping Association (SSA) jointly

organised the Sixth Nautical Forum on 14 January 2015 at Suntec Singapore International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Singapore. The main objective of this Forum was to bring together the ReCAAP ISC, MPA and members of the shipping industry to share on the findings of the piracy and sea robbery situation in Asia for 2014. Mr. Yoshihisa Endo, Executive Director of ReCAAP ISC, highlighted the need to leverage all relevant resources and to cooperate and collaborate amongst the stakeholders in order to combat piracy and sea robbery efficiently. Assistant Director (Research) of ReCAAP ISC, Ms. Lee Yin Mui presented a detailed analysis on the incidents reported in 2014. She reported that while there was an increase in the number of incidents in 2014 as compared to 2013, majority of them continued to be less severe in nature. However, there was

also an increase in reports of siphoning of ship fuel/oil incidents in 2014, which was of concern to the industry. Capt. M Segar, Assistant Chief Executive (Operations) of MPA emphasised that while governments work together to root out the source of piracy and sea robbery, it is important that the industry undertakes or enhances its self-protection measures. Mr Michael Phoon, Executive Director of SSA, is confident that demonstrations of strong political will and firm resolve on the part of maritime States, coupled with close cooperation amongst the various stakeholders, will greatly reduce the threat of maritime piracy and armed robbery. The guest speakers at the Forum were from the Asian Shipowners’ Forum (ASF), Singapore Police Coast Guard (PCG) and the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL). This was the first INTERPOL sharing at this series of Forum since the signing of the cooperative agreement between ReCAAP ISC and INTERPOL in late 2012. The Forum concluded with an active Q&A session between the eight-member panel and some 200 participants.

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Club and there has been an extensive amount of support here locally for the training, from Dynaforce, Speed Institute and Centaurs.

Waves: What are you most looking forward to?NW: I am most looking forward to the moment when the

rowers say “Yes, We’ve Done It!” and also achieving our fantastic target of S$750,000 to further develop the welfare work which the MtS does for seafarers and to further expand our welfare services at Jurong Port by increasing our pool of ship visiting highly skilled and trained specialist welfare staff and volunteers which will thereafter increase our welfare services to all seafarers who pass through Singapore. What I am not looking forward to would be the end of this whole project as it has since become very close to my heart and I will be sad when it ends.

Waves: What are some of the event highlights which we should look out for?

NW: The row starts on 22 April 2015 at 11.00am from the “Royal Albatross” tall ship which is berthed along the waterfront of Resorts World Sentosa. There would be 2 boats with 6 people in each. Eight supporting vessels for crew logistics such as food, health, safety and change of clothing. The row will end back at this location on 23 April 2015, 24 hours later. Below shows the route of the row. What’s worth noting is that when the row itself starts, we hope to attract an audience of over a thousand people, to form a giant human Mexican wave to wave off the rowers. This human wave sendoff would be at 11am on that day itself and coincides exactly with the beginning of the row. To join the giant human wave in being part of making history during Singapore’s Golden

Anniversary Year, you can send an email to: Dominic Hasan, Project Support Executive at Dom.Hasan@missiontoseafarers.org . A film, capturing the entire process from the rowers’ training till the row itself, will also be produced for this project.

Waves: How can our members support this worthy cause? NW: The rowers have raised all these seed funding themselves

for this project. Any funding received through sponsorship would go towards our work to help seafarers and their families throughout the world and also for the expansion of our welfare project work here in Singapore. Currently, this project has raised approximately S$160,000 vs. our goal of S$750,000. We are extremely grateful towards the SSA’s support and sponsorship in this project.

SSA members who are interested to support this

cause can do so through the following ways: -Visit the Mission RASI website

(http://www.missionrasi.com) -‘Like’ our Mission RASI Facebook Page

(https://www.facebook.com/missionrasi) -Join us on 22 April 2015 at 10.00am at Sentosa, to

form our giant human wave to wave off the rowers and be a part of making history during Singapore’s Golden Anniversary Year! To find out more, drop Mr Dominic Hasan, Project Support Executive at MtS an email at: Dom.Hasan@missiontoseafarers.org

-Drop me an email at: nicky.wynne@ missiontoseafarers. org if you have any

queries on how you can offer any kind of support for this cause.

COURTESY VISIT BY CHAIRMAN OF IACS

On 4 February 2015, SSA welcomed the team from IACS on a courtesy visit. The delegation from IACS consisted of Chairman Mr. Donche-Gay, Permanent Secretary Mr. Derek Hodgson and local members Mr K. H. Wong and Mr. Y. P.

Koh of Bureau Veritas Singapore. SSA Council member Mr Toshio Kurashiki and Technical Committee Vice Chairman Capt Tey Yoh Huat represented the SSA in the discussions.

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Mr Esben Poulsson, SSA Honorary Secretary, presenting the sponsorship cheque to Ms Nicky Wynne, Director of Development for The Mission to Seafarers on 16 February 2015

T he Mission RASI comprises of a group of 40 enthusiasts from the maritime and insurance community in Singapore who have come together to undertake a 24-hour endurance

sea challenge, all in aid of the global maritime welfare charity – The Mission to Seafarers (MtS). This historic project will take place in April 2015 to coincide with Singapore’s annual Maritime Week and also as part of the celebration for Singapore’s 50th Anniversary of independence. Mission RASI will be undertaken in two classic ocean rowing boats – the Cornish pilot gigs – accompanied by a flotilla of support and safety motor boats. This is an entirely self-funded challenge, with the support from sponsors, and 100% of the donations raised from Mission RASI goes to MtS. The Association is supportive of this admirable initiative and have pledged a sponsorship amount of S$10,000 for this worthy cause.

Waves: Hi Nicky, do share with our readers, what sparked the birth of the Mission RASI?NW: It was sparked over a barbeque here in Singapore.

A group of guys (private individuals) representing the broad cross section of the corporate world connected to the Maritime Industry in Singapore and internationally, wanted to do an extreme challenge on behalf of The Mission to Seafarers (MtS). Mts is commonly known as the “Flying Angel” and is the oldest and largest maritime charity in the world. The group were also joking that they were experiencing a mid-life crisis and wanted to do something that would challenge themselves whilst raising money for the MtS and celebrate Singapore’s golden anniversary year – noting Singapore’s importance in the Maritime industry internationally.

Waves: What are the profiles of the rowers for Mission RASI?NW: There are now 40 volunteer rowers who have been

training and rowing since late October 2014. The rowers comprise 17 nationalities, including Singaporeans, who will be rowing in relay groups of 6 people per boat in two 19th Century Cornish rowing boats specially built for this project.The profile of the rowers range from a very fit and athletic 20-something year old Olympic rowing champion to a 60 year old gentlemen who has never rowed before, in fact, the majority of the rowers have never rowed before. They are learning very quickly as to how to do an extreme row and also how to work as a close-knit team to row more efficiently.

Waves: Are there any female rowers on this Mission RASI?NW: Yes, we have female rowers as well! Our oldest and

wonderful female rower is the 56 year-old Ms Alison Carpenter who also sits on the Mission RASI committee. You can read more about her profile on our website at: http://www.missionrasi.com

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“I want to inspire all women but particularly women in their 40’s, 50’s and 60’s and older for that matter, to say YES I can do it. It will be tough … but we can rise to the challenges! … The Mission to Seafarers is a charity that has very special significance for our family. My husband of 26 years, Nigel went out to sea at 17 as a cadet with P&O … After being at sea for many weeks, the missions provided a safe haven to visit when in port and provided both spiritual and practical guidance.” (Ms Alison Carpenter, Committee Member of Mission RASI)

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Waves: What are some of the challenges faced and what kind of training do the rowers have to undergo for this Mission?

NW: The training is incredibly tough. The rowers have been undergoing their own personal trainings, comprising of extreme runs, planking etc., wherever they are in the world. The rowers are keeping up with their training whilst keeping on a full time job. They get up at 4.00am in the morning to start training before going to work and then training after work. They have now started rowing for 3-hour stints. All the rowing and training is conducted through the Republic of Singapore Yacht

We wanted our readers to find out more about this worthy cause through our exclusive interview session with Ms NickyWynne, Director of Development for The Mission to Seafarers

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Not many people may know this today, but prior to 1985, Singapore’s maritime landscape

was fragmented, as there were five very different shipping organisations representing different interests – each organisation had its own goals and objectives, making discussions with government agencies less productive and more inefficient. The Singapore shipping community felt that they needed to build up a stronger voice, especially when raising issues to the government and maritime-related agencies. On 29 January 1985, the Singapore National Shipping Association (SNSA) was formed from an amalgamation of the five associations, namely: • The Singapore Shipping Association (formed in May 1953) which acted primarily for shipowners in the Singapore-Indonesia trade; • The Singapore Shipowners Association (formed in 1955) which represented the interests of foreign shipping companies involved in the Far East-Europe trade; • The Singapore Barges and Tugs Association (formed in 1973) which drew its membership from domestic tug and barge operators;

• The Ship Agents and Shipbrokers Association of Singapore (formed in 1978) championed the cause of bona fide shipping agents; and • The Singapore National Shipowners’ Association (formed in 1979) which represented shipowners and the shipping trade irrespective of the types and services.

Located in the NOL Building, the SNSA started with around 135 companies in its membership and comprised mainly of shipowners, ship managers, tug and barge operators and shipping agents. The association was helmed by Mr Lua Cheng Eng, CEO of Neptune Orient Lines Ltd, who would remain as the Association’s longest serving President from 1985 to 2003. Of particular note was the fact that the SNSA secretariat started with just 3 staff, one of whom was Mr Daniel Tan who served the secretariat since day 1 of the SNSA till his retirement as Executive Director in August 2014. Today, the SSA Secretariat has grown to a current staff strength of 13.

A Plan Comes TogetherDue to the severity of Singapore’s

recession of the mid-1980s, the government appointed an Economic Committee headed by then Minister of State for Defence and Trade and Industry Mr Lee Hsien Loong, with the task of identifying Singapore’s competitive strengths and shortcomings and to propose policy changes to reclaim Singapore’s competitive edge. Amongst its many pronged deliberations, the Economic Committee worked with then Trade Development Board, now International Enterprise Singapore, to develop an international maritime programme to change the face of Singapore’s maritime industry. In light of such policy changes, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established in February 1996 as a statutory board under the auspices of the Ministry of Transport by merging the National Maritime Board, Marine Department and regulatory departments of Port of Singapore Authority (PSA). The MPA would take on the role as Port Regulator, National Sea Transport Representative in the international arena and champion Singapore’s aspiration to be a global hub port and a top International Maritime Centre. Meanwhile, PSA was restructured as PSA Corporation Limited as a port and terminal operator.

To support these changes, and to better meet the changing needs of its growing membership, the SNSA also underwent a restructuring exercise. As a result, in 1997, the SNSA was renamed the “Singapore Shipping Association” – this renewed and revamped Association would speak with one voice on both domestic and international issues, and expand its membership to ancillary services supporting the maritime industry, with co-opted representation in the council. Today, the SSA is the most inclusive shipping association in the region. Shipowners, operators, ship managers and shipping agents are accepted as ordinary members, while those in ancillary services, including P&I clubs, banks, classification societies, insurance companies, legal firms, shipbuilders, ship repairers and ship suppliers, can join as associate members. In this all-encompassing association, academics, specialists and retired industry professionals may sign up as individual members, while those who have done the association proud are inducted as honorary members. As of 31 March 2015, there are 277 Ordinary, 194 Associate, 1 Ordinary and 3 Honorary members in its membership. The SSA is fortunate to have

dedicated and committed members who have stepped up in growing numbers through the years to volunteer their expertise on its Council, Operational Committees, Sub-Committees and ad hoc Working Groups to advance the interests of Singapore’s shipping industry. Through their active participation, the committee members have helped to streamline daily operations, enhance efficiency and establish the SSA’s position as a thought leader on a host of technical and operational issues, allowing it to take a lead role in formulating a national position on regulatory issues and international conventions. Over the years the various committees have been tweaked to respond to changing industry requirements. Currently the main Operational Committees within the SSA are as follows: • International Committee which deals with international and macroeconomic issues affecting the shipping industry; • Services Committee which addresses domestic issues arising from ship operations and port services, cruise industry, bunkering as well as training for shore- based staff; • Technical Committee which focuses on technical, environmental, maritime safety & security matters, mostly relating to developments at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and growing concerns with the spike of piracy incidents; • Legal and Insurance Committee reviews international legal and liability regimes developments that affect Singapore-based ship operators; and • Offshore Services Committee to reflect the growing importance of the offshore sector and Singapore’s role in its development; and • Young Executives Group which provides a platform for staff of SSA member companies below 45 years of age to come together to organise educational, networking and community outreach activities for the membership.

Securing the future While the association appreciates the

value of experience, it also recognises the importance of self renewal. In 2006, Mr S.S. Teo as president pushed for the amendment to the SSA constitution to limit the term of the president to a maximum of three consecutive terms or 6 years, thereby ensuring that there would be sustained opportunities for leadership renewal and fresh ideas. At this same time, this Council also set up the SSA Young Executives Group (YEG), with the intention of identifying a new generation to be groomed to take over leadership positions in the Council. Starting off as an ad hoc group, the YEG was formally established in 2006 with a proper organisational structure, its own office bearers and clear terms of reference. Subsequently, it was inducted as a full SSA Committee in 2012. In terms of activities, the YEG has an active annual schedule – volunteering to speak at educational talks, gathering to network at cocktail events, organising the ever popular bowling tournament for the SSA membership and frequent outreach programs to the less fortunate. As change is the only constant in this dynamic maritime industry, this process of self-renewal helps to ensure that the SSA has a sustained pool of leaders coming forth to represent Singapore’s shipping industry. In 2005, the Association took a bold move and purchased its own premises at 59 Tras Street, fulfilling its long-held dream of having its own premises. Located in the heart of the city, it is within reach for most members, making it a focal point for the SSA’s expanding membership.

Manpower Development InitiativesTo raise the profile of the maritime industry, the SSA has been an active participant and supporter of the Maritime Outreach Network (MaritimeONE) since its inception in 2007. Together with the Singapore Maritime Foundation, Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore and Association of Singapore Marine Industries, this partnership has synergised its efforts in heightening awareness and publicising the myriad career opportunities of our vibrant maritime industry to the general public, with a particular focus on our young people. Initiatives include

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but are not restricted to offering scholarships, organising career talks in schools, sea tours, visits to maritime-related establishments and producing publications, radio and cinema advertisements. These initiatives are ever-evolving, but are always seeking to bump up the ‘wow factor’ and to attract more talent to our industry.

As a measure of the Association’s commitment towards supporting education and encouragement of local youth to join the maritime industry, these are some key initiatives which the SSA is participating in currently: • Tripartite Maritime Manpower Taskforce (Seafaring) and Tripartite Maritime Manpower Taskforce (Shore); • MaritimeONE scholarships for polytechnic students embarking in Singapore Maritime Academy’s (SMA) diploma courses and Singapore Management University students selecting to undertake the Maritime Economics Concentration route; • Travel bursaries for needy students who travel to Norway for their exchange programme under Nanyang Technological University’s Bachelor of Science (Maritime Studies) programme; and • Book vouchers for top graduands of SMA diploma courses.

Raising SSA’s profile in national and international maritime foraOver the past decades, the Association has nurtured and developed close relationships with a large number of stakeholders, both local and foreign. In the Association’s efforts to promote the interests of its members and to enhance Singapore’s competitiveness as an International Maritime Centre, the SSA maintains a close working relationship with various government agencies, such as the MPA, Singapore Customs, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority, the Republic of Singapore Navy and Police Coast Guard. In particular, the SSA has been very honoured to be called upon by the MPA to provide industry perspectives on a multitude of projects – from providing suggestions to enhance safe navigation in Singapore waters, to deliberating on every aspect of the Maritime Labour

Convention and other IMO conventions to organising the Singapore Maritime Week. In our ongoing efforts to help safeguard ships and our seafaring community, the SSA also maintains strong working relations with the Regional Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery Against Ships in Asia (ReCAAP) Information Sharing Centre and the multi-national Information Sharing Centre (IFC) based in Singapore. These regular dialogue sessions with our local partners have been very fruitful in resolving industry-wide shipping problems and ensured a common understanding of the needs and issues within the industry. On the regional and international front, the SSA plays an active role in the Federation of ASEAN Shipowners Associations (FASA), boosted by fact that its Executive Director also serves as FASA’s Secretary General. Asian Shipowners Forum (ASF)In 1997, on behalf of FASA, the SSA played host to the 6th ASF. Over 150 representatives from shipowners’ associations in seven Asian regions attended the two-day meeting. In 2004, the SSA hosted the ASF’s annual gathering a second time. The 13th ASF will be remembered for years to come, as the heads of the ASF delegation were received by then Singapore Prime Minister Mr. Goh Chok Tong while President S. R. Nathan hosted them to dinner and a garden party at the Istana. Acting through FASA, SSA continues to actively promote and support the ASF - with the ASF membership estimated to control about 50% of the world merchant fleet today, it has become even more vital for the Asian voice to be heard.

International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) The SSA is a member of the ICS, the principal international trade association for shipowners, where it has been taking an increasingly active role. Mr Esben Poulsson, SSA Honorary Secretary represents the Association on the Board of the ICS in London and since 2012, is one of four Vice Chairmen. As he said in a press

SSA was lead organiser of the panel discussion that launched the Maritime Labour Convention. Broadcasted globally from the bridge of ‘APL Yangshan’, Dr Cleopatra Doumbia-Henry, Director of International Labour Organization’s (ILO) International Labour Standards Department, led the discussion with representatives from MPA, SSA and Singapore Maritime Officers Union.

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Mr Daniel Tan, Executive Director of the SSA retires after 29 years. Mr Michael Phoon takes over the running of the Secretariat. In 2014, the SSA organised its largest gala dinner to date on its 29th anniversary. Graced by Mr Lui Tuck Yew, Minister for Transport the dinner was attended by over 2100 attendees.

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The Singapore War Risk Mutual was established with the support of the SSA. SSA had mooted the idea to strengthen Singapore’s offerings in the marine insurance sector.

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statement, “The SSA is committed to making a meaningful contribution to the working of the ICS and I hope that through my appointment, I can add value to this effort. Singapore has become a major international maritime centre and so it is not only important for its voice to be heard internationally but for Singapore to help influence the growth and development of world shipping.”

International Maritime Organization (IMO)The SSA does not have a permanent seat nor observer status at the IMO. However, the Association is still able to participate actively as a member of the Singapore delegation led by MPA. The MPA also organises pre and post-meeting briefings of IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) and Maritime Safety (MSC) meetings so that members of the SSA are kept updated on the latest developments at the IMO.

Some good things will remain status quoAs the SSA commemorates its 30th year of service to the maritime industry and ever-evolving to meet our members changing needs, the Association is pleased to assure its members that it would continue to organise its quarterly cocktails and annual dinners, tea talks, seminars and other networking events which the membership has been so supportive of. It will also continue to provide opportunities for dedicated and committed members to serve on the Association’s Council, Operational Committees, Sub-Committees and Work Groups so that together, we can continue to promote the Association’s mission and goals and strive for greater heights for our industry. Last but not least, sincere appreciation and thanks go out to each and every individual who had played a part in the Association’s journey thus far. Thank you for your efforts and continued support. Happy Birthday SSA! To more good years!

The Singapore Bunkering Procedure (SBP) was developed jointly by the SNSA and the then Port of Singapore Authority to safeguard the interests of buyers lifting bunkers in Singapore. It became a national standard, the

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The founding Council when the SNSA was formed from 5 existing shipping related associations on 29 January 1985. In the same year, SNSA was admitted as a member of the Federation of ASEAN Shipowners Associations (FASA).

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SNSA held its 1st anniversary dinner on 2 June. Guest of Honour was Dr Lee Boon Yang, Minister of State, Ministry of Trade and Industry. In the same year (1986), SNSA established the Registry of Accredited Shipping Agents. It also introduced a Guide to Shipping Agency Fees (such as B/L fees) to deter price undercutting amongst its members. This was abolished in 2006 in light of the Singapore Competition Act which came into force.

1986

As the industry expanded, associate members were admitted to the SNSA. Initially limited to a select few, the definition was steadily broadened. Following the association’s restructuring in 1996, any company aligned with the shipping industry can join as an associate member.The SNSA was appointed secretariat for the Singapore Maritime Employers’ Federation (SMEF), the sole trade union representing maritime employers in Singapore.

1988

The SNSA Training Institute was set up to provide short development courses for shore-based staff. Initially running just 2 courses in shipping documentation and operations, the executive development programme has been offering 15 courses since 2011 with MPA Maritime Cluster Fund support for eligible participants.

1991

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The SNSA became the permanent secretariat for FASA, the association’s first permanent home in 21 years. With this responsibility, the SNSA (and in later years SSA) Executive Director takes on the role of Secretary General of FASA. In the past the FASA secretariat was rotated along with the chairmanship among the member countries.

1996

Following a major restructuring, the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA) was formed to replace the SNSA as the representative of the shipping community. With the revamp, the association has a new logo, a new constitution and a new committee structure, in line with Singapore’s aspiration to be an international maritime centre.

1997

The SSA officially rejoined as a member of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), the principal international trade association for shipowners.

2000

There was a change of guard at the SSA as Mr Teo Siong Seng succeeded Mr Lua Cheng Eng as SSA President.

2003

SSA hosted the 13th Asian Shipowners Forum. The highlight for the meeting delegation was being received by then Singapore Prime

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CP 60, when it was adopted by the Productivity and Standards Board in 1996 and later updated as SS600:2008 and SS600:2014 . Being the only national standard in the world, it was used by the International Organisation for Standardisation as a basis for the development of the ISO 13739 Petroleum Products — Procedures for the Transfer of Bunker Fuel to Ships.Also in 1992, the Asian Shipowners Forum was formed to bring together shipowners in the region. SSA joined the ASF as a member of the FASA bloc.

Mr Patrick Phoon, who had been serving on the Council continuously since 1991, takes over the helm from Mr S.S. Teo.

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company to stand for election as president of the SSA Council.

SSA realized its long-held dream of having its own premises when it purchased a 3,500sqft conservation building at Tras Street in Tanjong Pagar. Located in the heart of the city, it is within reach for most members, making it a focal point for the SSA’s expanding membership.

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The constitution was amended to expand the membership to individuals and to limit the president’s term in office to a maximum of three consecutive terms. In addition, amendments were incorporated giving the SSA Council greater flexibility in forming operational committees to address the association’s needs. The SSA Young Executives Group (YEG) was established.

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The MaritimeONE initiative was launched drawing together SMF, MPA, ASMI and SSA to work towards collectively raising awareness of the maritime industry as well as to profile education and career opportunities to the students and committed individuals. SSA President Mr S. S. Teo was its founding Chairman.

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The SSA celebrates its 25th anniversary with a gala dinner at the newly opened Marina Bay Sands ballroom which was graced by Deputy Prime Minister Mr Teo Chee Hean and attended by over 2000 people. As the SSA’s membership becomes more international, the SSA constitution was amended to allow a representative, who is either a Singaporean or a Permanent Resident, from an ordinary member

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Minister Mr Goh Chok Tong and hosted to a dinner and garden party in the Istana by President S. R. Nathan.

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Waves: What changes have you seen SSA undergo over the last 30 years? SST: In short, the number and type of member companies.

I recall that during our formative years, there were a good number of locally-owned shipowning companies and operators, who were household names in shipping within our membership. These numbers have since dwindled to just a few due to market competition and change in trading patterns. My hope is to see more locally-owned shipowner companies establish themselves in the future.

Following a change in Constitution, we now have a more diverse membership which showcases the depth and breadth of the maritime community. SSA has created a great platform for networking – to meet both local and foreign maritime players, to further the interests of not only my company but the industry as a whole.

PP: The SSA started with just focusing on domestic-centric shipping issues, to regional and now we are involved in discussions at the international level. But more importantly I’ve seen more of our members – and at a younger age – coming forth to volunteer for to serve the Association, putting our industry’s interests above their own personal and company’s interests. I am also heartened to learn that our members, past and current Council members, speaking highly of the SSA to their contacts in the international arena which has helped boost the reputation and credence of our Association.

Waves: Of all the projects that you were involved in as SSA Council member or SSA President, share with us the one which meant the most to you? SST: It was in May 2004 when SSA hosted the Asian

Shipowners Forum Annual General Meeting in Singapore. We had arranged for the delegates including some SSA members and invited guests to have dinner at the Istana with President S.R. Nathan. Heads of country delegation were received by then Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong at the Istana. Needless to say it was a huge and challenging project, but we were struck

Waves: What would you hope for SSA to achieve over the next 10 years?SST: To better serve its members, to better represent the

industry’s viewpoint with a united, collective voice, to continue to work with MPA and Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) to raise the profile and public awareness of Singapore’s maritime industry, so that we can encourage more youth to pursue maritime courses and embark in a career in the maritime industry to ensure that we have a continued pipeline of skilled professionals to further the growth of our industry.

PP: To develop our own position papers which could influence decisions at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and International Labour Organization (ILO). To be regarded as a thought leader whom, even the more established international maritime associations would draw reference from. To achieve this, we need to start now! We have to engage the youth, the academia, those who have the spirit of sharing their maritime knowledge to develop pragmatic and workable solutions for issues that affect shipping industry.

Waves: In closing, what is your message for SSA? SST: While we remember the past, let us look forward and

continue the good work of the SSA to help grow Singapore to become THE maritime centre of the world.

PP: Well done! In just a short span of 30 years, SSA has become an internationally recognised shipping association – definitely in Asia and in time, the world!

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by how ready our members came forth to assist, how hard the secretariat worked on it and in particular, MPA Chief Executive at that time, Mr Lui Tuck Yew and his team who made it all possible. It truly showcased the excellent relationship, cooperation and mutual support between our government and maritime community.

WAVES had the opportunity to interview Mr S.S. Teo (SST) and Mr Patrick Phoon (PP) on what they remember most fondly about the SSA and their hopes for the Association on this milestone year.

The Singapore Shipping Association has had the privilege to be led by three much-respected stalwarts of the maritime industry in its 30 years of existence.

SSA’s first president from 2003 – 1985 was the late Mr Lua Cheng Eng, CEO of NOL Ltd, who had also served as Singapore’s Ambassador to Panama and Finland (both non-resident) and had held many other key appointments in his illustrious career. He remains highly regarded as a visionary leader who had laid a strong foundation for the growth and success of SSA. He had also established strong relationships not only with fellow ASEAN and Asian shipping associations, but also with international shipping organisations further afield.

SSA’s 2nd president (from – 2003 2011) is Mr Teo Siong Seng, Managing Director of Pacific International Lines (Pte) Ltd. Affectionately addressed as S.S. in the industry, he managed to juggle his many roles with aplomb while furthering the interests of the Association and championing the many maritime initiatives he held dear to his heart. During his 8 year term as SSA President, he was Chairman of the Asian Shipowners’ Forum Safe Navigation and Environment Committee, to founding Chairman of Singapore Maritime Foundation, Chairman of MaritimeONE Steering Committee, Board Member of the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA)… and the list goes on, and not belittling the fact that he held some of these positions concurrently while he was President of the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry and a Nominated Member of Parliament of Singapore.

SSA’s third and current President, Mr Patrick Phoon has been on the SSA Council since 1991 and holds the accolade of being SSA’s longest serving Council member. Building upon the legacy left by S.S. Teo, he took out the Chairmanship of the ASF SNEC, Board Member of SMF and MPA, while further developing on the close working relationship with MPA and Singapore’s Ministry of Transport to further Singapore’s status as an International Maritime Centre. To strengthen the finance and insurance pillar, Patrick played a key role in initiating studies and dialogue with key stakeholders to set up a Singapore War Risks Mutual and boosting the offerings in shipping finance.

PP: It was in 2004 when my fellow Councillors Ms Seong Koon Wa Sun, Mr Ong Kok Wah and I were tasked to secure a suitable premise to house the SSA and its secretariat. It was exhilarating to secure current building at 59 Tras Street at a very reasonable price, and a bigger sense of accomplishment as it meant that finally, SSA had a permanent home to call its own.

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Commencing operations in April 2011, the Singapore Maritime Institute (SMI) is

a joint effort by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and the Economic Development Board (EDB) in partnership with local Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) and reflects Singapore’s continued commitment to the maritime and offshore industry. Key focus areas include sectors such as port, shipping, maritime services, offshore and marine engineering, subsea and downhole. SMI charts the maritime and offshore research strategy together with the various maritime institutes at the local IHLs. Working together with knowledge partners to attract renowned academia and researchers, the grooming of the next generation local maritime talent are critical components towards a sustainable Research & Development (R&D) ecosystem in Singapore. The SMI also promotes greater industry-academia R&D collaborations to be undertaken in Singapore.

SMI Programmes & Initiatives Across a span of four years, SMI had established several key initiatives and programmes like the Next Generation Container Port (NGCP) Challenge that was successfully concluded in April 2013. Thematic research grant calls were also launched and five research programmes had been initiated to date. SMI launched its inaugural S$8 million R&D programme on Maritime Energy Systems (MES) in 2012, where 11 projects were supported. In the following year, SMI followed up with the S$7 million Deepwater Technology (DWT) R&D programme and the S$5 million Simulation & Modelling (SAM) R&D programme, which supported 16 and 9 projects respectively. In 2014, SMI rolled out the S$4 million Maritime Sustainability (MSA) R&D Programme and the S$6 million Asset Integrity & Risk Management (AIM) R&D Programme, bringing the total value of SMI R&D Programmes launched so far at S$30 million in support of research innovation and capability development.

Separately, SMI also supported other technology, policy and economics related research projects with a total value exceeding S$4 million. SMI R&D Roadmap 2025 In 2013, SMI embarked on a ten-month R&D road-mapping exercise. SMI worked closely with local academia and research institutions (RIs) to gather perspectives on future trends and market developments in close consultation with over 50 companies from the maritime and offshore industry. Two roadmaps were produced for the maritime and offshore sector respectively. With the conclusion of the exercise, the R&D Roadmap 2025 was shared at the annual SMI Forum in October 2013. Six R&D thrusts for the maritime sector and five R&D thrusts for the marine and offshore sector were identified within the strategic framework for maritime and offshore R&D in Singapore over the next 10 years.

Besides steering R&D efforts within the research community in Singapore, a key objective of the Roadmap is to provide clarity and direction for SMI and stakeholders to improve resource allocation, R&D programme planning and manpower development initiatives. The Roadmap, which is available on SMI’s website, will be reviewed on a regular basis to ensure relevance in making a difference to the industry.

Joint Research Project on Exhaust Gas Cleaning System With the developments in IMO regulatory requirements for Sulphur Oxide (SOx) reduction by 2020/2025, NTU partnered a consortium of industry players on an 18-month research project in December 2014 to design and develop a total solution for open-loop Exhaust Gas Cleaning System (EGCS) with the funding support of SMI. Together with companies like Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line), the Monohakobi Technology Institute (MTI), Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK) and SembCorp Marine, NTU aims to achieve overall cost and emission reduction through innovative solutions. The two-phase research collaboration is expected to benefit the entire maritime value chain from the shipyards, ship owners and operators, to maritime auxiliary service providers.

Maritime Energy Test Bed (METB) R&D Facility In line with the R&D thrust of developing capabilities and technologies to enhance maritime energy efficiency, SMI supported the establishment of the region’s first well-engineered Maritime Energy Test Bed (METB) R&D facility in Singapore at the Nanyang Technological University (NTU). The METB will be operationally ready by the third quarter of 2015 and it will enable IHLs, RIs and companies to collaborate for research relating to energy and emission management. This will also support the translation of innovative technologies from lab-scale to large-scale applications where new technologies can be tested prior to sea trials. The facility will be a significant component in demonstrating and raising Singapore’s maritime R&D capabilities and expertise and as a result lead to greater business opportunities for Singapore.

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2015 and Beyond Contributing towards a vibrant maritime and offshore industry, SMI will continue to look beyond the horizon with new programmes and initiatives in 2015 to promote greater industry-academia collaborations. As part of SMI’s efforts to promote industry relevant research innovation, the SMI Technology Advisory Panel (TAP), chaired by SMI’s Executive Director Mr Heng Chiang Gnee, has been established in 2015 to review proposals received by SMI. Comprising of distinguished technology leaders from the industry and recognised academic experts, the SMI TAP will enhance assurance on high industry relevance and scientific merits for awarded projects. Research manpower development will be another major step that SMI has embarked on so as to create a vibrant R&D ecosystem for the maritime and offshore sectors. SMI welcomes all stakeholders to step aboard as we collectively help to position Singapore as a leading maritime knowledge hub.

Working together with knowledge partners to attract renowned academia and researchers, the grooming of the next generation local maritime talent are critical components towards a sustainable Research & Development (R&D) ecosystem in Singapore.

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Roadmapping Exercise - OSV Focus Group

Maritime Energy Test Bed (METB)Roadmapping Exercise - Phase 2

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SSA Year End Cocktail ReceptionThe SSA concluded the year of activities with the annual Year End Cocktail

Reception at the Conrad Centennial Singapore on 3 December 2014, attended by more than 450 SSA members. The SSA Honorary Treasurer,

Mr. Esben Poulsson, kicked off the cocktail reception with a speech providing the year in review as well as thanking all members for their contribution and support throughout the year. Mr. Poulsson also welcomed into SSA, 8 new member companies during the Membership Certificate Presentation Ceremony. During the event, Aii (愛) Singapore* – a charity organization in Singapore – set up a charity booth under “Aii Stitch” to sell fabric products made by back-to-work mums or marginalized women. Part of Aii Stitch’s profits also went into helping animal shelters. SSA and Aii Singapore would like to thank all attendees for the support and orders garnered! SSA would also like to thank Nippon Kaiji Kyokai Singapore Pte. Ltd. (Class NK), DNV GL Singapore and Shell Eastern Trading (Pte.) Ltd. for their generous sponsorship towards the reception.

SGX AND SSA SEMINAR ON CAPITAL MARKET OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE MARITIME SECTOR IN SINGAPORE

Advancing on the Maritime and Offshore Services Sectors, Singapore Shipping Association partnered Singapore Exchange (SGX) on the 12 January 2015 to

organize a seminar on listing on SGX, in collaboration with Deloitte & Touche LLP, OCBC Bank and WongPartnership LLP. It was held formally at SGX building and attracted more than 100 participants who represented different areas of the maritime industry. SSA President, Mr Patrick Phoon gave the opening address and made a pitch to encourage participants to be open-minded on the prospects of listing on SGX. Thereafter, Ms. Alice Gwee, Director of Marketing and Business Development Listings shared with all, the benefits on listing on SGX and Ms. Tng Kwee Lian, Head of Fixed Income, presented on the transformation of Asian Bond Market as well as Debt Securities Listing. The insightful presentation was followed by a panellist discussion, moderated by Mr Lee Keng Mun, Head of Shipping Asia, HSH Nordbank AG and Council Member of the SSA with the invited panellists.

Many positive feedbacks were gained on the first panellist discussion on Singapore, as a financial gateway for listing. The next session was led by Ms. Gail Ong, Head of WongPartnership and Ms. Tay Hwee Ling, Partner of Global IFRS and Offerings Services in Deloitte & Touche LLP where they shared on the process of getting listed. The session concluded with a second panellist discussion which was moderated by Ms. Tay Hwee Ling with the invited panellists.

The whole session was engaging and beneficial to all participants. The closing speech by Mohamed Nasser Ismail, Head of SME Development & Listings, SGX provided succint conclusion to the event

Panellist DesignationMs. Alice Gwee Director, Marketing and Business Development ListingsMr. Loo Choo Leong Group Finance Director, Pacific Radiance LtdMr. Thomas Preben Hansen CEO, Rickmers Trust ManagementMr. Andrew Teo Joint Lead, Singapore Coverage, Corporate Finance, Global Investment Banking, OCBC Bank

Panellist DesignationMs. Gail Ong Head of Wong PartnershipMr. Andrew Teo Joint Lead, Singapore Coverage, Corporate Finance, Global Investment Banking, OCBC BankMr. Eugene Cheng Group CFO, EZRA Holdings Ltd

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SSA AND MOORE STEPHENS LLP TALK ON FINANCIAL REPORTING CHALLENGES IN 2014 AND BEYOND – PERSPECTIVES OF COMPANY DIRECTOR

Singapore Shipping Association collaborated with Moore Stephens LLP on a talk that gave insights of the challenges in financial reporting in the year 2014 and beyond, specially targeted to company directors.

Ms. Lao Mei Leng, Partner of Audit and Assurance and Ms. Poh Lay Choo, Partner, Training Compliance and Methodology portray a bigger picture to the participants on the key accounting challenges that they would encounter in 2015 and how they can effectively respond to them. Mr. Wong Koon Min, Director of Technical Compliance and Methodology ended the presentation with the common pitfalls of financial reporting.

On 10 February 2015, over 30 SSA members attended a talk jointly organized by PwC Singapore and the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA). During the session, PwC Singapore shared insights on the damages arising from cyber

threats as well as sophisticated and holistic approaches to detect, defend and respond to these risks. PwC Singapore Lead Partner (Cyber and Financial Crime), Mr Vincent Loy, highlighted some of the common threats of cyber-attacks which can result in: financial loss, disruption of services and operations, destruction of key assets, loss of reputation as well as loss of integrity and trust from clients. This topic generated keen interests and discussion amongst attendees as cyber-attacks pose a prevalent threat in the digital age today.

PWC SINGAPORE AND THE SINGAPORE SHIPPING ASSOCIATION’S JOINT TALK ON CYBER THREAT IN THE DIGITAL AGE

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SSA Lunar New Year Cocktail Reception The annual SSA Lunar New Year Cocktail Reception, held on 24 February 2015

at the Stamford Ballroom of Raffles City Convention Centre, received more than 450 representatives from SSA member companies to welcome the year of

the Goat. Guest-of-Honour, Mr Lui Tuck Yew, Minster for Transport was welcomed by the familiar pair of lions decked in auspicious red and yellow for the joyous occasion. The attendees were also treated to a lively performance by the lion dancers, guest appearance by the God of Fortune as well as the symbolic tossing of the ‘Lo-Hei’ and a scrumptious dinner spread. We would like to thank our sponsors – FCm Travel Solutions, L.C.H. (S) Pte Ltd, Kim Heng Marine & Oilfield Pte Ltd and Pacific Radiance Limited – for their generous contribution towards this cocktail reception. May the year of the Goat bring prosperity, health, success and happiness to all SSA members and our maritime partners!

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Men’s Division Champion: Mr. Alvin Goh, Pacific International Lines (Pte) Ltd Ladies’ Division Champion: Ms. Nye Lily, China Shipping (S) Agencies Pte Ltd

YEG Bowling Challenge 2014The highly anticipated SSA YEG Annual Bowling Challenge returned on

Thursday, 20 November 2014 at Kallang Leisure Bowl. When the registration for the event first opened, all 20 lanes available were quickly filled up by

enthusiastic members. For the first time ever, the YEG Committee also sent a bowling team, comprising of committee members – Mr. Aw Yong Woon, Ms. Charlie Tan, Mr. Ferdinand Bohne and Mr. Joel Yeo, to compete in the event. The evening’s program rounded up with a lucky draw and tournament prize presentation ceremony, presented to the respective winners by YEG committee members Ms. Sue Ann Gan and Mr. Aw Yong Woon.

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On 29 January 1985, five shipping related Associations were merged to form the Singapore National Shipping Association (SNSA) – the SNSA would serve as an umbrella association which would be more effective in meeting the needs and in safeguarding the interests of all sectors of the shipping

industry in Singapore. The SNSA served well for over 10 years before a new organisation structure was put into place in 1997, when your Association assumed its present form. As part of the review, the Association took on its present name, the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA) to better reflect the multi-national composition of its membership and to project a more international outlook. This year, as your Association commemorates its 30th Anniversary, we will be holding the 19th Annual General Meeting of the Singapore Shipping Association on 30 June 2015. At the meeting, the AGM will elect a new Council to serve for a two-year term (2015/2017). Formal written notice of the AGM will be sent out by the Secretariat in due course, as well as registration forms to join the cocktail reception after the AGM. But in the meanwhile, watch this space for updates!

MARK YOUR CALENDARSSA 19TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGTUESDAY 30 JUNE 2015, 4.00PM MARINA MANDARIN SINGAPORE

SNSA 1st AGM (1985) 1st AGM (1997) after change of name and constitution from SNSA to SSA

SSA AGM Cocktail Reception (2005) SSA AGM (2008) SSA AGM (2014)

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YEG EDUCATIONAL TALK & NETWORKING SESSION

Mr. Ian Teare, Partner of Norton Rose Fulbright (Asia) LLP, delivered a presentation on the Proposed Reform of Insurance Law and Unseaworthiness Due to Crew

(In)Ability. Held on 27 November 2014 at the Norton Rose Fulbright (Asia) LLP’s office. The event was attended by close to 60 YEG members.

YEG YEAR END NETWORKING

The YEG members celebrated the year end festivities with the annual YEG Year End Networking Party on 10 December 2014. Held at the Art Bar @ The Butter

Factory, close to 140 YEG members spent their night merry making at this nostalgic venue and took the opportunity to bid a fond farewell to the ever familiar venue before they ceased operation officially on 3 January 2015. A mini quiz session, hosted by Ms. Charlie Tan and Mr. Ravish Chada, livened up the atmosphere as the attendees fought hard to win themselves some Starbucks Gift Cards, proudly sponsored by M3 Marine Group.

The YEG Community Outreach Team spread the joy of Christmas with an event specially planned for the beneficiaries from the Children’s Cancer Foundation (CCF) on 15 December 2015.

Beneficiaries of CCF and their family members were treated to a private movie screening of Penguins of Madagascar at Cathay Cineleisure Orchard, followed by lunch at Charlie Brown Café. The children were kept entertained during lunch as Snoopy and Santa Claus made their way around the tables to interact with the children. December babies were also in for a sweet treat with the surprise birthday celebration planned by Charlie Brown Café. That afternoon, every child went home with candies prepared by volunteers from Mercator Lines (Singapore) Limited, a penguin-shaped balloon art crafted by the balloon sculptor on-site as well as a Polaroid photograph for keepsake. We would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to all volunteers as well as the sponsor of the movie screening – Penguin International Limited – for their strong support. We hope to see you soon at our next Community Outreach Event!

YEG Community Outreach: Movie Screening and Luncheon for Children’s Cancer Foundation

“I hope that all of the children from CCF had a good time, and I pray that they will all recover fully. My children enjoyed the film very much indeed, and (my daughter) was very happy to be able to help give something back to CCF who were so kind and helpful to her when she had leukemia.”

Mark Mirosevic-Sorgo, Volunteer from Braemar Quincannon Pte Limited

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Union Marine Management Services Pte Ltd a Ship Management company with a vision to provide transparent and personalized service to the owners and maintaining Clean, Safe and Happy Ships!

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Upcoming SSA events

MARCH 20152/3 YEG Community Outreach to Ju Eng Home 3/3 International Committee Meeting3/3 YEG Lunar New Year Lo-Hei Dinner 4/3 Services Committee Meeting11/3 Legal & Insurance Committee Meeting

APRIL 20151/4 Young Executives Group Committee Meeting3/4 Good Friday10/4 Bunkering Sub-Committee Meeting14/4 Environmental Sub-Committee Meeting 18/4 YEG Community Outreach: Volunteer at Willing Hearts Soup Kitchen19/4 – 24/4 Singapore Maritime Week 2015 22/4 SSA Maritime Learning Journey 20/4 SSA and ICS Talk27/4 Operations, Training & Manning Sub-Committee Meeting

MAY 20151/5 Labour Day5/5 Cruise Sub-Committee Meeting8/5 Offshore Training Development & Education Sub-Committee Meeting12/5 Ship Operations and Port Services Sub-Committee Meeting 14/5 Maritime Safety & Security Sub-Committee Meeting 21/5 Technical Committee Meeting28/5 SSA Council Meeting 29/5 Offshore Services Committee Meeting

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