Expert insights on marine surveys, cargo claims, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance and shipping industry updates from our Singapore team.
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From Malacca to Hormuz — a comprehensive guide to the world's most critical maritime chokepoints, annual vessel traffic data, and what disruption means for ship owners and cargo interests.
Read Article →Cargo damage claims cost the shipping industry billions annually. Here are the five most common claim types in Singapore waters and how independent surveys protect your interests.
Read Article →Artificial Intelligence is moving from shore-based analytics into core shipboard systems. As these systems become safety and mission-critical, shipping stakeholders are asking how to govern and audit them.
Read Article →Singapore's role as a digital bunkering front-runner continues to grow. The MPA is moving bunkering into a fully digital environment — here's what it means for your operations.
Read Article →In today's volatile shipping environment, a port call is no longer routine — it is a critical operational event that can impact safety, cost, schedule, and reputation.
Read Article →As ships, ports, and shoreside offices become more connected, cyber risk is firmly a safety and business continuity issue. IMO has made cyber risk management mandatory in the SMS.
Read Article →A busy month — grateful for our partners and associated companies for trusting in our services. SGMA recently completed marine and cargo surveys across Indonesia and Singapore.
Read Article →In June 2025, the IMO adopted Resolution MSC.581(110), issuing Revised Recommendations for Entering Enclosed Spaces Aboard Ships — replacing A.1050(27). Here's what changed.
Read Article →Every day, thousands of containers and bulk cargoes move through Singapore. When cargo is damaged or lost, the consequences go far beyond a single shipment — impacting the entire supply chain.
Read Article →Flag state inspections are a critical piece of the global shipping puzzle. SGMA helps shipowners, operators, and crews navigate these inspections with confidence.
Read Article →The ISM Code stands as the cornerstone of maritime safety worldwide. Implementing a comprehensive SMS is not just a regulatory requirement — it's a vital investment in operational excellence.
Read Article →A deep dive into the marine survey industry in Singapore — what to expect, how reports are used by insurers and P&I clubs, and how SGMA delivers to international standards.
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