Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore issues expression of interest for electric patrol craft

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has issued an expression of interest (EOI) for design and development proposals for its electric patrol craft, as part of efforts to decarbonize and digitalize maritime operations.

In addition to meeting MPA’s operational requirements, the designs must include safety features such as advanced battery management systems; secure battery compartments to maintain fire, gastight and watertight integrity; and intelligent cooling systems for optimal thermal management. Proposals must also include efficient charging and battery replacement solutions to support extended operations.

The electric patrol craft designs must integrate autonomous and digital capabilities, including remote operation from shore-based control centers and advanced collision detection systems. Lightweight construction should be adopted to ensure vessels’ operational performance while maintaining stability, seaworthiness and energy efficiency.

Interested parties can visit https://go.gov.sg/mpa-eoi-epc for details and submission guidelines. Proposals must be submitted by December 14, 2024, 11:59pm (Singapore time).

In related news, Singapore’s first fully electric cargo vessel recently began commercial trials. Click here to read the full story.