Maritime Week: DPM Heng Swee Keat bares 3 key areas for maritime transformation

The DPM said the focus areas will also help the sector respond to global challenges.

DPM Heng Swee Keat bared three key areas where the maritime sector should focus as it journeys to transformation.

In his keynote address at the 2022 Maritime Week, Heng said there’s a need for continuous maritime investment, digitalisation for efficiency, and decisive green transition.

These three, according to Heng, will also help the sector respond to global challenges impacting it.

Meanwhile, Heng also shared how Singapore can continue to grasp new growth opportunities and build on its position as a maritime hub, during a fireside chat with Mr Hor Weng Yew, chairman of the Singapore Maritime Foundation.