MPA, Ocean Infinity to trial autonomous and remote marine operations in Singapore port waters
Other initiatives launched at the Singapore Safety@Sea Week include an Integrated Port Operations Command, Control and Communications (IPOC) system, as well as confidential reporting of near misses in the maritime industry.
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and marine technology firm Ocean Infinity have inked a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to test autonomous and remote marine operations within Singapore's port waters. This collaboration is part of several maritime safety initiatives unveiled during the 13th Singapore Safety@Sea Week, which concluded on Friday.
Ocean Infinity, known for its robotics and large-scale subsea data acquisition, specializes in remotely operated vehicles and autonomous underwater vehicles. The company's Armada fleet is the first in the industry to receive maritime advisor and DNV's statement of compliance for remote operations.
Under the MOU, Ocean Infinity will share its operational insights and practical lessons from autonomous and remote maritime operations, while MPA will contribute expertise in guiding trial designs, assessing safety, and evaluating operational considerations. The pair will also collaborate on capability development, operational experimentation, and research partnerships.
The trials aim to provide valuable operational insights into autonomous vessels and Remote Operations Centres, informing how such technologies can be safely introduced in Singapore's port waters in the future.
To enhance situational awareness at sea, MPA has also operationalized an Integrated Port Operations Command, Control and Communications (IPOC) system, developed in partnership with the Defence Science and Technology Agency and ST Engineering. This system compiles live data from various sources, allowing MPA officers to have real-time visibility of port operations and activities. It facilitates coordination, information sharing, and risk identification, enabling faster and more informed decision-making.
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