The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) and DNV have announced a collaboration to develop a Master of Science in Vessel Management, with the Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) facilitating industry engagement. This initiative, unveiled during Singapore Maritime Week, aims to bolster Singapore’s maritime talent pipeline and reinforce its status as a leading international maritime centre.
The programme is tailored for engineering and naval architecture graduates, as well as maritime professionals seeking to transition into technical superintendent roles. It focuses on providing alternative pathways for those with technical or seafaring backgrounds to move into shore-based vessel management positions. The curriculum is designed to address the evolving needs of the maritime industry, particularly in light of digitalisation and the shift towards low and zero carbon fuels.
Dr Shahrin Osman, Business Development Director at DNV Maritime Advisory in Singapore, highlighted the programme’s relevance, stating, “Digitalisation and the transition to low and zero carbon fuels are reshaping the expectations of the maritime workforce. Through this programme, DNV and SIT aim to equip new entrants with the applied knowledge and practical competence needed as the industry transitions towards more digital and lower carbon operations.”
Professor Susanna Leong, Deputy President (Academic) & Provost at SIT, emphasised the university’s commitment to developing industry-ready talent, noting that the programme will help manage complex vessel operations and drive sustainable maritime practices.
The Master of Science in Vessel Management is set to commence in early 2027, offering a flexible, competency-based model that combines SIT’s applied learning with DNV’s industry expertise. This initiative is expected to enhance the supply of skilled superintendents within the Maritime Singapore ecosystem.
