Singapore has once again been named the world’s leading maritime city in the 2026 Leading Maritime Cities (LMC) report by DNV and Menon Economics. This marks the seventh consecutive time Singapore has achieved this accolade, maintaining its dominance in three of the five key pillars assessed: Shipping, Ports and Logistics, and Attractiveness and Competitiveness.
The LMC report evaluates maritime cities based on criteria such as shipping activity, port performance, and maritime business services, alongside expert assessments from the global maritime industry. Singapore’s maritime ecosystem, which includes over 200 international shipping groups and a variety of service providers, continues to be a significant factor in its top ranking. This ecosystem offers global connectivity, robust port and logistics capabilities, and a wealth of maritime services, making Singapore an attractive hub for maritime businesses.
In 2025, the Port of Singapore set a record by handling 44.66 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in container throughput and 3.22 billion gross tonnage in vessel arrivals. Additionally, Singapore maintained its status as the world’s largest bunkering port, with marine fuel sales reaching 56.77 million tonnes. Investments in port automation, digitalisation, and alternative marine fuels are further enhancing Singapore’s maritime infrastructure.
Ang Wee Keong, Chief Executive of the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, highlighted the collaborative efforts of government agencies, unions, and industry partners in building this vibrant maritime ecosystem. “Companies choose Singapore not only for these capabilities but also for the opportunities to connect with partners, develop new solutions, and grow their businesses,” he stated.
