MPA Scholars

Maritime Singapore hosts a vibrant maritime ecosystem, with over 5,000 companies employing more than 170,000 people and contributing about 7 per cent of Singapore's Gross Domestic Product. Singapore also plays host to the headquarters or representative offices of international maritime organisations and associations.

The Driving Force Behind Maritime Singapre

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) is the driving force behind Singapore's port and maritime development.

Tan Qin Xiang

Engineer (Port-Industry Integration Planning) |

"With the acceleration of digitalisation and decarbonisation in the maritime sector, there will be a myriad of exciting career opportunities at MPA. So if you are interested in shaping the future of our maritime sector, there's no better place to be!"

Ryan Teo

Manager (International Maritime Centre Promotion - Japan and Korea)

"I find true purpose in knowing that my efforts, when consistently added up, can have a substantial impact on the vibrancy of Singapore’s maritime industry and the economy."

Gwen Chen

Manager (Maritime Innovation Ecosystem)

"As an agency that manages both local and global stakeholders, MPA perfectly aligns with my interests in international affairs while making a meaningful impact on Singapore’s economy. I wanted to be part of a sector that is constantly innovating and leading on the global stage. Hence, the maritime industry was a natural choice."

Lim Chu Rui

Engineer, Building and Infrastructure Devt / Civil Engineering (NTU)

"Building a comprehensive and holistic learning workplace is one of the organisation's objectives. The lens of engineering looks beyond just construction, it encompasses preliminary engineering planning and integration, design reviews, construction and contract management. A career in MPA spans from formulation to execution. I am glad for the breadth of these learning opportunities and possibilities that MPA provides. "

Luthfi Bin Fauzi Bafana

Manager (Maritime Space and Drone Capability)

"With Singapore’s strategic position in the world and how important a role the maritime industry plays in Singapore’s economy, MPA does important work in reinforcing Singapore’s status as a premier hub in Asia and the world. I look forward to the prospect of being part of this journey."

Jotham Teo

Manager (International)

"If you have the drive to innovate, collaborate, and make a difference, MPA provides the platform to do just that!"

Sheila Teo

Assistant Senior Engineer (Data & AI)

"MPA’s supportive work culture embraces job rotations across departments and provides employees with the resources to grow professionally and personally. As long as you put your mind to it, the sky’s the limit!"

Lee Zhong Yi

Manager (Maritime Innovation Ecosystem)

"The possibilities are endless in the maritime sector - it is up to all of us to chart our own paths."

Riane Lee

Post-Graduate Scholar - Tsinghua University and University of Geneva

"Learning about the concepts governing climate negotiations helped me put into perspective the ways in which we can tackle this issue on a larger scale, and allowed me to understand the various forces in our economy that has led to our unsustainable ways of life."