DNV has renewed its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) to further maritime innovation and talent development. This collaboration, announced on 28 August 2025, aims to enhance Singapore’s maritime capabilities through a focus on decarbonisation, digitalisation, and education.
The renewed MoU builds on a 2022 framework, expanding efforts to support Singapore’s maritime ambitions. DNV will provide expertise in maritime decarbonisation and digitalisation, contributing to SIT’s Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Joint Degree Programme. The partnership will also see the co-development of postgraduate programmes tailored to industry needs.
SIT will utilise DNV’s Simulation Trust Centre to advance research and education in ship and system design, focusing on energy management and autonomous operations. The collaboration includes integrated work-study attachments, capstone projects, and the promotion of industrial doctorate and master pathways to enhance maritime professionals’ skills. DNV experts may also serve as adjunct or joint professors at SIT.
Bernard Nee, Deputy President of Industry and Community at SIT, highlighted the partnership’s role in driving maritime innovation and sustainability. “By harnessing DNV’s extensive expertise and global insights, we aim to develop impactful solutions in maritime decarbonisation, digitalisation, and autonomous systems,” he stated.
Antony M Dsouza, Regional President and Director for Southeast Asia Pacific and India Maritime at DNV, emphasised the importance of building competence in the industry. “This renewed collaboration with SIT brings together DNV’s technical leadership and SIT’s academic strengths to support the development of professionals equipped to contribute to a more efficient and resilient maritime sector,” he said.
The partnership will also engage with industry partners on research initiatives under the Sustainable Maritime Engineering Strategic Translational Research Programme, focusing on zero-emission ships, remote control systems, and future fuels. Additionally, DNV and SIT will work with the Singapore Maritime Foundation to advance Competency-Based Education, ensuring graduates possess the practical skills required by the evolving maritime sector.
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