Seatrium Limited has announced a significant contribution of approximately S$1.7m to the Seatrium Professorship at the National University of Singapore College of Design and Engineering (NUS CDE). This latest funding brings the total contributions, including government matching grants, to over S$5m, reinforcing Seatrium’s commitment to advancing Singapore’s offshore, marine, and energy sectors.
The expanded partnership aims to nurture engineering talent and foster collaboration between industry and academia. Chris Ong, CEO of Seatrium, stated, “This latest contribution expands the scale and scope of our collaboration with NUS – enabling deeper engagement in offshore engineering, energy transition, and sustainability.”
Established in 2023, the Seatrium Professorship has already delivered impactful outcomes, such as public lectures and specialised courses for NUS students and Seatrium engineers. The programme has also facilitated direct collaboration between NUS CDE and Seatrium’s technical teams, enhancing the practical application of research.
The new funding will support an integrated suite of initiatives, including appointing academic and industry-linked professorships to anchor research leadership and strengthen global linkages. This aligns with Singapore’s Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RIE2030) priorities, focusing on energy transition and sustainability.
Professor Tan Eng Chye, President of NUS, expressed gratitude for Seatrium’s support, highlighting the strategic alignment with Singapore’s RIE2030 priorities. The expanded professorship will also establish a technology foresight platform to inform stakeholders on emerging technologies and market trends.
This partnership underscores Seatrium’s role in shaping a future-ready workforce and advancing Singapore’s position as a competitive hub for offshore, marine, and energy innovation.
