Singapore and China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create the Singapore–China Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC). The agreement, signed on 19 October by Singapore’s Acting Minister for Transport, Jeffrey Siow, and China’s Minister of Transport, Liu Wei, elevates their cooperation to a national level, building on previous agreements with Tianjin and Shandong.
The MoU outlines plans for both nations to collaborate with industry stakeholders to advance maritime decarbonisation and improve port and supply-chain efficiency. The initiative will focus on developing technologies, infrastructure, and standards to foster a sustainable and connected maritime ecosystem. Additionally, the corridor aims to enhance digitalisation in maritime operations by promoting data-driven systems to boost efficiency, resilience, and transparency across the maritime value chain.
Both countries will leverage their strengths in manufacturing, supply chain ecosystems, regulatory frameworks, and financial capabilities to drive innovation and implement green and digital initiatives effectively. The establishment of the GDSC highlights the shared commitment of Singapore and China to foster innovation, enhance maritime connectivity, and support the global transition towards a more efficient, resilient, and sustainable maritime sector.
