1. Singapore as a Global Logistics Hub
Presented by BG Tay Lim Heng, Chief Executive,
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
25 November 2008
International Ports Seminar, Brasilia, Brazil

2. Global Connectivity
Singapore

3. Overview of Logistics in Singapore
Singapore’s Economy
Port Infrastructure
Good Connectivity
Logistics
Efficient Customs

4. Singapore’s Logistics Sector
Significant contributor to economy
9.4% of GDP
180,000 workers; 9,200 establishments
Key enabler of mfg & trading sectors
Innovative, effective supply chain solutions to serve global markets
World’s largest port
200 shipping lines to more than 600 ports in 123 countries
Asia’s 5th largest cargo airport
>4,300 flights/week to 190 cities in 50 countries
21 of the world’s top 25 3PLs

5. Maritime Logistics in Singapore
Maritime Logistics Sector
Education & Training
Infrastructure
Technology

6. Building Infrastructure
Expansion and Upgrading of Pasir Panjang Terminal:
Phase 3 and 4 => additional 14 mil TEUs
Increase in total handling capacity from 32.1 million to 50.3 million TEUs
One-stop solutions e.g. 80 ha Chemical Logistics Hub, Fresh Hub and Air Cargo Express Hub

7. Developing Technology
Development of WIreless-broadband-access for SEaPORT (WISEPORT)
Facilitates ship-to-shore communication + speeds up transactions
TradeXchange
One-stop online portal for all trade-related transactions with regulatory authorities
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)

8. Developing Manpower Resources
Maritime Cluster Fund (MCF)
Promotes manpower development
760 companies trained > 3,000 employees in maritime education & training programmes
Collaborations with Singapore Maritime Academy, Logistics Institute of Asia Pacific (TLI-AP) => Research and tertiary education

9. Key Challenges Higher standard for excellence
Increasing number of competitors e.g. China, India, ASEAN countries
Constraints in land capacity and manpower resources
Shanghai, Hong Kong, Shenzhen
China
Mumbai, Jawaharlal Nehru, Chennai
India
ASEAN
Port Klang, Tanjung Pelepas, Laem Chabang, Tanjung Priok

10. Looking Forward
Singapore as an international maritime centre, full suite of maritime services; > 100 international shipping groups conducting variety of business activities
PORT
Petro-chemicals
Importers
Other Transport/Freight Forwarding
Storage & Warehousing
Cargo / Passenger Terminals
MARINE & OFFSHORE
Ship Chandlers
SHIPPING
Ship Bunkering
Inland Water Transport
Ship Management
Insurance, Reinsurance & P&I
Wholesale/Retail Of Marine Equipment / Accessories
Ship Agency
Maritime Legal
Ship Broking & Chartering Services
Maritime Related Finance
Offshore
Government Agencies
Education and Training
Shipping Lines / Ship Owners
Maritime Related R&D / IT
Shipbuilding & Repair
Exploration
Shippers
Maritime Logistics & Supporting Services
Labour Suppliers
Cruises
Other Logistics Services
Class Societies & Marine Surveying
Material Suppliers
SERVICES

11. Looking Forward
Need to deepen integrated logistics capabilities e.g. chemicals and pharmaceutical sectors
Development of next generation of supply chain solutions e.g. FA optimizaion
A global supply chain perspective

12. Looking Forward Supply Chain Security
IMO’s ISPS Code
WCO’s SAFE Framework of Standards
US’s Container Security Initiative
Singapore Customs’ Secure Trade Partnership
To ensure Singapore is a secure node in global supply chain
Mutual Recognition Agreements as part of international network of secure supply chains

13. Conclusion Many challenges ahead Global Financial Crisis
Changes in international trade dynamics
Need to be nimble and react quickly to stay viable
Possible review of existing structures and operations
Opportunities to learn and collaborate

14. The End
The End