PIER71™’s Smart Port Challenge 2022 has launched and is looking for innovative solutions to maritime challenges
Summary
Tech startups that are working to bring digital transformation to the maritime industry have an exciting opportunity to get market access, grant funding and hands-on support. As part of SPC 2022, tech startups and innovators are invited to reimagine their solutions and submit proposals to address different challenges facing the sector. Mr Kenneth Lim, Assistant Chief Executive (Industry), MPA, said: “Going into its sixth year, the Smart Port Challenge continues to play a vital role in developing a strong MarineTech sector. Startups can take advantage of access to mentors, masterclasses and networking sessions with key stakeholders to build knowledge on navigating the maritime ecosystem and finetune their proposition, as well as identify new markets and establish connections to accelerate their venture. These 11 start-ups are collaborating with maritime corporate partners from PIER71™ on pilot projects that focus on the use of smart sensors, vision and data analytics, artificial intelligence and wearables amongst others.