Infrastructure Feasibility Study

Introduction

The SMI, supported by MPA, A*STAR and EDB, is exploring the set up of marine and offshore testing facilities that will support research and development in offshore & deep-water technologies, equipment and specialized vessel design and others. Consultants have been engaged to analyse the industry’s infrastructure needs, potential utilisation, business model and specifications of the facilities.

Objective of the Study

• Establish the needs and requirements for infrastructure and testing facilities

Purpose of Testing Facilities

• Provide industrial testing of offshore structures, specialized vessel, equipment, and deep-water applications
• Support R&D activities, develop talents and capabilities
• Strengthen Singapore’s position as a maritime hub

Scope of Work 

• Feasibility and requirement study
• Comparative studies
• Business models
• Specifications for testing facilities and buildings