PSA Singapore has partnered with Motorola Solutions to implement advanced TETRA digital radio communications, aiming to enhance safety and operational efficiency at the Tuas Mega Port. This collaboration builds on a 20-year relationship between the two entities, with the new system set to support the port’s ambitious expansion plans.
The Tuas Mega Port, once fully operational in the 2040s, will be the world’s largest fully automated container terminal, capable of handling up to 65 million Twenty-foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) annually. The consolidation of operations from Tanjong Pagar, Keppel, Brani, and Pasir Panjang into this mega-hub is a strategic move to bolster Singapore’s status as a global maritime centre.
Motorola’s TETRA network will support over 4,000 users, facilitating an average of 540,000 voice calls daily to ensure seamless coordination across the port’s 24/7 operations. Philbert Chua, managing director of PSA Singapore’s container division, highlighted the strategic importance of the Tuas Mega Port, stating it leverages advanced technologies to enhance Singapore’s competitiveness and resilience in global supply chains.
Rajat Gupta, Motorola Solutions’ vice president for Asia Middle East & Africa, emphasised the importance of secure and reliable communication in maintaining productivity and safety as the port scales up. The TETRA DIMETRA™ 10 X‑Core platform will enhance network resilience with improved cybersecurity and backup communication links, allowing for future growth and integration of new services.
This technological upgrade is a critical component of Singapore’s Maritime Singapore Master Plan, which aims to maintain the nation’s competitive edge as a leading global hub port.
