SMF inks deals to enhance young talent in maritime sector

The agreements include scholarships to ready the workforce.

The Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF) has signed four memoranda of understanding (MoU) to expand access to resources that will future-ready the young workforce for Maritime Singapore.

One of the agreements signed was with Jurong Port. Under a three-year MoU starting in 2025, it will award four MaritimeONE scholarships and one MaritimeONE internship annually, allowing tertiary students to deepen industry knowledge and develop skills through structured programmes.

Another agreement was signed with the Oza Family Foundation to contribute one MaritimeONE scholarship annually from 2025 to 2027.

For the Singapore Shipping Association, it will contribute three to four MaritimeONE scholarships annually from 2025 to 2027. Meanwhile, the partnership with Swire Shipping from 2025 to 2027 will connect students with industry opportunities through one MaritimeONE Scholarship and two Internships offered annually.