Asia has become a strategic crossroads in energy transition. The region is home to major shipbuilding nations, emerging electric vessel markets, offshore operators, energy exporters, classification societies and financial centres – all the players needed to take next‑energy technologies from concept to open water.

The region is also where some of the first commercial-scale electrification and hybridisation projects are being launched. For example, the Coastal Sustainability Alliance (CSA) – a Singapore-based industry initiative aimed at decarbonising the maritime industry – has delivered Voltai, Singapore’s largest electric supply boat, and is pioneering a milk run trial designed to consolidate deliveries and reduce emissions. 

Additionally, CSA is delivering its second e-vessel: Singapore and Southeast Asia’s first fully electric tug. Insights from these CSA projects, ongoing trials and critical enablers for scaling marine electrification will be highlighted at APM 2026.

The conference will feature close to 100 industry experts who will speak on practical solutions that can optimise vessel operation. The keynote session, The Maritime State of Play and What’s Next for Asia, will examine how new regional activity intersects with classification, fuel strategies and data-driven operations in the world’s busiest waters.

“As the demand for shipping grows, it becomes clear that digitalisation plays a crucial role beyond a tool for efficiency,” said Mr Joey Chua, councillor and chair of the digitalisation committee at Singapore Shipping Association. “Adoption needs to happen across the ecosystem – shipowners, port operators, regulatory bodies and more – for real progress to be made.”

The 2026 Asia Pacific Maritime exhibition and conference takes place from Mar 25 to 27 at Marina Bay Sands. Register for APM 2026 now.