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MPA Singapore

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Last activity: 09.11.2026
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About the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA)

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established on 2 February 1996, with the mission to develop Singapore as a premier global hub port and international maritime centre (IMC), and to advance and safeguard Singapore's strategic maritime interests.

MPA is the driving force behind Singapore's port and maritime development, taking on the roles of Port Authority, Port Regulator, Port Planner, IMC Champion, and National Maritime Representative. MPA partners the industry and other agencies to enhance safety, security and environmental protection in our port waters, facilitate port operations and growth, expand the cluster of maritime ancillary services, and promote maritime R&D and manpower development.


About the Port of Singapore

The port of Singapore comprises a number of facilities and terminals that handle a wide range of cargo transported in different forms, including containers as well as conventional and bulk cargo. The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) is responsible for the overall development and growth of the port of Singapore, which includes terminal operators, such as PSA Corporation and Jurong Port Pte Ltd.


Our Mission

To develop and promote Singapore as a premier global hub port and an international maritime centre, and to advance and safeguard Singapore's strategic maritime interests.


Our Vision

A leading maritime agency driving Singapore's global maritime aspiration.
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Website visits
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Mentions
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Overview

Location
Singapore
Employees
501-1000
Founded date
1996

Mentions in press and media 59

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Nov 3, 2026Parliament in brief: Safeguards for workers during haze and other highlights from Nov 3Listen 8 min New: You can now listen to articles. This audio is generated by an AI tool. SINGAPORE: From questions about haze forecasts to feedback on the merger of Certificate of Entitlement categories, Members of Parliament (MPs) covered ...
Nov 1, 2026Oil patches spotted in Singapore's southern waters; source under investigation: MPAListen 2 min New: You can now listen to articles. This audio is generated by an AI tool. SINGAPORE: Oil patches have been spotted in Singapore's southern waters off Pulau Sebarok, Pulau Semakau and Selat Pauh, with authorities investig...
Oct 15, 2026CNBC Daily Open: Who controls the Strait of Hormuz?The Singapore-registered GFS Pride sank after being struck in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran threatened to attack U.S. warships as Washington insisted that American forces and regional partners remained in control of Hormuz. U.S. inflation exce...
Oct 15, 2026CNBC Daily Open: A Singapore ship goes down as Hormuz risks riseA Singapore registered container ship has been sunk in the Strait of Hormuz. High energy prices have also contributed to a hot inflation report in the U.S. Analysts don’t believe that U.S. President Donald Trump’s diesel deal will do much t...
Oct 14, 2026Container ship sinks in Strait of Hormuz as Iran steps up attacksThe GFS Pride, registered in Singapore, sank after it was struck by an unidentified projectile and caught fire. The ship’s 21 crew members were safely evacuated and no injuries have been reported, according to the Maritime and Port Authorit...
Oct 14, 2026Two Singapore-registered vessels struck in Strait of Hormuz, one sinksListen 2 min New: You can now listen to articles. This audio is generated by an AI tool. SINGAPORE: Two Singapore-registered container vessels were struck by unknown projectiles while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, with one ship sinking a...
Aug 25, 2026Marine community fears loss of biodiversity hotspot to proposed western island developmentListen 9 min New: You can now listen to articles. This audio is generated by an AI tool. SINGAPORE: Local marine conservation advocates and recreational divers have raised concerns over development plans for a cluster of islands west of Sin...
Jul 28, 2026Iran Demands Control Over Both Strait of Hormuz Lanes, Rejects Oman’s Voluntary-Fee PlanBy Scott McCain Published: Jul 28 2026, 9:19 PM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard
Jul 10, 2026Singapore-led resolution on protecting vital shipping lanes adopted by International Maritime OrganizationListen 2 min New: You can now listen to articles. This audio is generated by an AI tool. SINGAPORE: The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted a Singapore-led resolution reaffirming the importance of protecting vital shipping...
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FAQ about MPA Singapore

When was MPA Singapore founded?

MPA Singapore was founded in 1996.

What has the press written about MPA Singapore?

Parsers VC has collected 59 articles mentioning MPA Singapore, among them “Parliament in brief: Safeguards for workers during haze and other highlights from Nov 3” (Nov 3, 2026) and “Oil patches spotted in Singapore's southern waters; source under investigation: MPA” (Nov 1, 2026).

Is MPA Singapore still active?

Yes, MPA Singapore is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Nov 9, 2026.