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OPENING UP A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES WITH YOUR MEMBERSHIP

From the desk of the President

I am delighted to have the pleasure of inviting you to join the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA).

The SSA was formed in 1985, and has since provided years of service to the maritime industry in Singapore. We have developed a strong membership base comprising Ordinary, Associate and Start-up categories with member companies from across the entire shipping industry and beyond.

The Association strives to enhance vibrancy in the shipping community and aims to propel the shipping industry and allied maritime sectors forward through offering the outreach as well as access to a global network of maritime companies and organisations.

To navigate the future of the maritime industry, member companies are given the opportunity to be part of the Association’s committees and working groups, namely (i) Digital Transformation, (ii) International, (iii) Legal & Insurance, (iv) Marine Fuels, (v) Offshore Services, (vi) Services, (vii) Technical, (viii) ShippingFinance Services, and (ix) Young Executives Group. Such participation add to the collective voice of themaritime industry through the sharing of views and expertise. This is done alongside close engagementwith government agencies, impacting and informing regulatory policies that in turn affect the maritimeindustry.

Members also receive exclusive invitations to networking and social events organised throughout the year and are encouraged to participate in talks and seminars that cover industry hot topics and inform members of the latest industry developments.

You will be pleased to note that members enjoy exclusive rates when attending shipping-related courses conducted by the SSA under its Executive Development Programme. A summary of courses, as well as a membership application form and some literature on the Association are enclosed in this membership folder for your consideration to be a member.

Our secretariat stands ready and willing to assist you should you have further questions.

I look forward to welcoming you to SSA!

Yours sincerely, CAROLINE YANG President

GETTO KNOW US

The Singapore Shipping

Association (SSA) is a

national trade association formed in 1985, to

represent a wide spectrum of shipping companies

and other businesses allied to the shipping

industry. It serves to promote the interest of

its members and to enhance the

competitiveness of Singapore as an

International Maritime Centre.

To achieve the Association's mission and objectives, members actively participate in forums and drive key issues.

The collective subject-matter expertise of SSA's members has enabled the Association to develop comprehensive and well-rounded positions to address key issues of concern to Singapore's maritime sector.

SSA has a high level of credibility in its engagement with government agencies to help shape Singapore's position on important issues.

SSA also strongly supports the skills upgrading of our members' employees by providing an array of industry-relevant training courses through its Executive Development Programme.

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

• Be a part of a collective voice representing theinterests of the Singapore shipping industry atthe local, regional and international level.

• Participate in forums, feedback and dialoguesessions that engage key regulatory agencies andinternational maritime organisations.

• Drive key initiatives that are in the interests of theSingapore shipping industry.

• Have an impact on the development ofregulatory and operational issues.

• Be connected to a national and global network of industry members and potential partners.

• Attend immensely popular networking and socialevents such as the Lunar New Year CocktailReception, Annual General Meeting CocktailReception, SSA Annual Gala Dinner, Year EndCocktail Reception, tea talks, seminars andconferences.

• Receive complimentary listing in the SSA AnnualReview and membership directory on the SSAwebsite.

OUR MISSION

The Association will protect and promote the interests of its members. It wil

I undertake maritime related activities which are relevant and beneficial to

its members.

The Association will take the view of the maritime industry as a whole. It

will play its role to promote the interests of shipping in Singapore and the

rest of the world. To do so, the Association will cooperate and actively

engage other maritime organisations both locally and globally.

@The Association will work closely with the Government of Singapore to

protect the extensive maritime interests of Singapore and to promote

Singapore as a premier global hub port and leading International

Maritime Centre.

The Association will cooperate with governmental and non-governmental

organisations to promote freedom and safety at sea and also to protect

the marine environment.

• Enjoy privileged and competitive rates whenyou choose to obtain insurance cover under theSingapore War Risks Mutual (SWRM).

• Build your skills and knowledge whileenjoying preferential through our ExecutiveDevelopment Programme courses.

• Receive exclusive invitations to SSAorganised events and enjoy preferentialrates as SSA members to partners' events.

♦ Participate in our events, committeemeetings and work-groups and gain accessto the latest industry developments andregulatory updates.

• Keep abreast on the ever-changingmaritime industry’s du jour trendingtopics through our SSA quarterlynewsletter WAVES.

MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY

Your company is registered in Singapore or have a manager resident in Singapore.

Your company has a paid-up capital of S$50,000.

Your company has any beneficial and/or legal interest in a ship or ships of any type or in the shipping business.

Your company provides ancillary shipping services or is allied to the Maritime Industry.

Example of business type.

ORDINARY

MEMBERSHIP

Ship Agents, Ship Owners, Ship Operators, Ship Managers and Time Charterers.

ASSOCIATE

MEMBERSHIP

Bunker Suppliers and Traders, Marine Insurance, Ship Brokers, Underwriters, Financiers, Maritime Lawyers, Ship Chandlers, Ship Repairers, Ship Builders, Ship Surveyors, Average Adjusters and Classification Societies.

STARTUP

MEMBERSHIP

Enterprise Solution Provider and Shipping Sector Solution Provider

PARTNERSHIP PLATFORMS ss SINGAPORE

SHIPPING

ASSOCIATION

Anniversary Gala Dinner

Our flagship gala dinner, seen as the

premier maritime networking of the

year, is on a by invite only basis. Maritime and luminaries senior

representatives of relevant

government agencies as well as local,

regional and international maritime

organisations who are invited see this

as a 'must-attend' event.

Seminar And Tea Talks

SSA seminars and tea talks, led by the

Association or in collaboration with

industry stakeholders such as the

Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

(MPA) help members better understand

key issues affecting the industry, be more

aware of available technologies as well as

help in the continual up-skilling of human

resource capital.

CONTACT US 59Tras StreetSingapore 078998

Tel: 6305 2268

E-mail: [email protected]

Visit www.ssa.org.sg for more information.

Cocktail Receptions

Our popular cocktail receptions are

usually over-subscribed as members

look forward to the great networking

and business opportunities with about

500 participants at each session.

Conferences

SSA invites relevant and prominent

maritime industry stakeholders to speak at

our conferences which are 'by invite'

events to members. Topics deliberated are

to help members stay updated with current

key issues or trending topics that the

maritime industry are keenly watching.

SSA Golf Friendly

The SSA Charity Golf Friendly

Tournament provides an excellent

networking platform to build or renew

ties, as well as an opportunity for

members and companies to contribute

to the community through their

donations and participation.

AFFILIATION

ORGANISATION CHART

The affairs of the Association are managed by a Council, comprising 13 elected Ordinary members and up to 6 co-opted Ordinary, Associate

or Individual members. The Council Members hold their offices for a term of two years. The SSA also boasts 9 Operational Committees that

actively participates in developing comprehensive and well-rounded positions to address key issues of concern to Singapore's maritime industry.

MEMBERS (Ordinary. Anoclato, Individuals, Startups)

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JOIN OUR COMMITTEES

Our Association seeks to promote the interests of our members and enhance Singapore's competitiveness as a key maritime node in the international shipping world. Member companies are encouraged to actively participate in our committees and working groups to jointly develop comprehensive and well-rounded positions to help navigate the future of Singapore's maritime industry.

OUR COMMITTEES

• Digital Transformation CommitteeBrings awareness of relevant technology developments that may support the digital transformation of

members' businesses to SSA members through education and outreach. Building thought leadership and guide,

facilitate and inspire the digital transformation of SSA members' businesses.

• Marine Fuels CommitteeAddresses the national government's policies which affect the supply of marine fuel in Singapore; making

representations to government departments, statutory bodies, industry organisations or individuals on

related matters. Also evaluating and recommending procedures to improve the efficiency of marine fuel

operations to promote Singapore's reputation for reliability and high standards for the supply of marine fuel.

• International CommitteeAddresses and work with national government on policy issues affecting international shipping and trade,

also maintaining relations with foreign shipping bodies to promote mutual interests to the benefit of international

shipping and trade.

• Legal & Insurance CommitteeReviews any proposed or new international conventions and regulations directly and significantly

affecting Singapore ship operators and to advise the SSA Council or the appropriate SSA Committee or Sub-

Committee on the potential effect on SSA Members and to make recommendations as to their adoption by

Singapore.

• Technical CommitteeAddresses technical, safety, security, environmental and training issues and proposals of various bodies such as but

not limited to the International Maritime Organisation and the International Labour Organisation, which may

affect the shipping industry.

• Offshore & Renewable Energy CommitteeAddresses all technical, safety, environmental and training issues and proposals that may affect the offshore

marine industry. Both domestic and international policy guidelines, rules or regulations affecting the

offshore marine industry. To promote and protect the interests of SSA offshore & marine industry members in

general and enhance Singapore's reputation as a hub for the offshore marine sector.

• Shipping Finance Services CommitteePromotes and develop financial services for the shipping industry in Singapore as part of SSA's support for

the development of Singapore as a comprehensive International Maritime Center.

• Young Executives Group CommitteePlaces great emphasis on grooming the next generation of maritime leaders through the organisation of various

educational, networking and community outreach events. This is an excellent platform for young

maritime executives to develop their professional and personal learnings and connections.

• Services CommitteeAddress the national government's policies which affect the shipping industry in Singapore, not already addressed

by the International Committee. To network with other local industry organisations in furtherance of the

objectives of the Association and to promote Singapore's reputation for reliability and high standards in the

marine industry, through developing/conducting vocational training courses, talks, seminars and conferences to

encourage greater understanding of the latest shipping developments and trends for the benefit of shore-based

personnel.

The SSA Executive Development Program (EDP) was set up in 1991 to implement training programmes for the benefit of SSA member companies and the Singapore shipping industry at large.

SSA aims to inculcate lifelong learning in the maritime community by providing highly relevant training courses for shore-based staff to be equipped with the pertinent skill-set for their jobs, whilst upgrading the professional skills and standard of the industry as a whole.

The lecturers and trainers engaged to deliver SSA Courses are qualified professionals or veteran practitioners in their respective fields within the shipping industry.

EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT

PROGRAM (EDP)

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MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM ORDINARY / ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP

COMPANY PARTICULARS Name of Company

Type of Organisation Private Limited / Limited Liability Partnership / Sole Proprietorship / etc..

Correspondence Address

Tel No. Fax No.

Company Website General Email Address

Date of incorporation UEN / ROC No.

Paid Up Capital Authorised Share Capital S$ S$

Equity Local (%) / Foreign (%) % %

COMPANY PROFILE Description of Business (in less than 20 words)

BUSINESS CATEGORY (please tick where relevant)

Ordinary Membership To qualify for Ordinary membership: company shall have paid up capital >S$50,000 and own, operate and/or manage ships, otherwise Associate membership shall apply. Where applicable, Ordinary membership applicants will be contacted to submit their vessel fleet list in .xls format upon submission of this membership application form.

Shipowner – Ocean Going Ships

Shipowner – Bunker Tankers

Shipowner – Tugs, Barges

Shipowner – Offshore Support Vessels

Ship Agent

Ship Manager

Shipping Fund Manager

Marine Salvage

Oily Waste Disposal

Others:

Associate Membership To qualify for Associate membership: company shall have businesses allied to the shipping industry.

Bank / Ship Financier

Broker / Charterer

Bunker Supplier#

Bunker Surveyor

Bunker Trader#

Classification Societies

P&I / Ship Insurance Broker

Financial Advisory Service

Freight Forwarder

Marine Equipment Supplier

Marine Consultancy

Marine Lawyer Travel

Marine Travel

Maritime Education

Media Representative

Port / Terminal Operator & Representative

Others:

# Bunker Supplier and Bunker Trader companies who have a paid up capital >S$50,000 AND own/manage ships may apply for Ordinary Membership.

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DECLARATION BY APPLICANT COMPANY

We, the undersigned, certify that the statements made by us herein are correct. If elected as a member of the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA), we undertake to accept and agree to abide by the Constitution, Rules and Bye-laws of SSA and such alterations and amendments, including rates of subscriptions, as may be made from time to time.

We have enclosed the following documents: (please tick where applicable)

Our Company’s latest audited accounts;

ACRA (Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority) report of our company dated less than two weeks old.

Cheque for one-time Entrance fee of S$2,140/-, inclusive of 7% Goods & Services Tax (GST), made payable to “SINGAPORE SHIPPING ASSOCIATION”. The cheque will be returned to my company if my membership application is rejected.

We have noted that Subscription fees are currently S$321/- per month inclusive of 7% GST. This is payable via GIRO on a half annual basis upon membership approval, duly pro-rated to month of membership admission.

Top Management Main Representative

(Signature) Date (Signature) Date Name Name Designation Designation Tel Tel Email Email Company Stamp

CONTACT PARTICULARS OF PROPOSER AND SECONDER Membership applications must be proposed and seconded by two current SSA members: Either two Ordinary members OR one Ordinary and one Associate member. Kindly refer to www.ssa.org.sg for listing of members.

Proposer Seconder

(Signature) Date (Signature) Date Name Name Designation Designation Tel Tel Email Email Company Stamp

Company Stamp

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM TECH STARTUP / DIGITAL SOLUTION PROVIDER

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COMPANY PARTICULARS Name of Company

Type of Organisation Private Limited / Limited Liability Partnership / Sole Proprietorship / etc..

Correspondence Address

Tel No. Fax No.

Company Website General Email Address

Date of incorporation UEN / ROC No.

Paid Up Capital Authorised Share Capital S$ S$

Equity Local (%) / Foreign (%) % %

COMPANY PROFILE Description of Business (in less than 250 words)

Are you a: (please tick where applicable)

Enterprise Solution Provider

Shipping Sector Solution Provider

Affiliation(Please check one or all of the following)

NTU MESD Rainmaking

PIER 71 SMI

Port XL / August. One SSA Tech & Demo

PSA Unboxed Others:

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DECLARATION BY APPLICANT COMPANY

We, the undersigned, certify that the statements made by us herein are correct. If elected as a member of the Singapore Shipping Association (SSA), we undertake to accept and agree to abide by the Constitution, Rules and Bye-laws of SSA and such alterations and amendments, including rates of subscriptions, as may be made from time to time.

We have enclosed the following documents: (please tick where applicable)

Our Company’s latest audited accounts;

ACRA (Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority) report of our company dated less than two weeks old.

A cheque of S$1,284/-, inclusive of 7% Goods & Services Tax (GST), made payable to “SINGAPORE SHIPPING ASSOCIATION”. The cheque will be returned to my company if my membership application is rejected.

We have noted that Subscription fees are currently S$107/- per month inclusive of 7% GST. This is payable via GIRO on a half annual basis upon membership approval, duly pro-rated to month of membership admission.

Top Management Main Representative

(Signature) Date (Signature) Date Name Name Designation Designation Tel Tel Email Email Company Stamp

CONTACT PARTICULARS OF PROPOSER AND SECONDER Membership applications must be proposed and seconded by two current SSA members: Either two Ordinary members OR one Ordinary and one Associate member. Kindly refer to www.ssa.org.sg for listing of members.

Proposer Seconder

(Signature) Date (Signature) Date Name Name Designation Designation Tel Tel Email Email Company Stamp

Company Stamp

COMMITTEE NOMINATION APPLICATION FORM

Committee Nomination Form

My company would like to nominate the following employee as a member of the respective committee.

Please register the following employee(s) as members of the committee For YEG membership eligibility, date of birth is required as YEG members need to be 45 years and younger.

Salutation Salutation

Name Name

Designation Designation

Email Email

Contact No. Contact No.

Date of Birth Date of Birth

Committee Committee

Salutation Salutation

Name Name

Designation Designation

Email Email

Contact No. Contact No.

Date of Birth Date of Birth

Committee Committee

List of Committees: (i) Digital Transformation Committee, (ii) International Committee, (iii) Legal & Insurance

Committee, (iv) Marine Fuels Committee, (v) Offshore & Renewable Energy Committee, (vi) Services Committee, (vii)

Technical Committee, (viii) Shipping Finance Services Committee, and (ix) Young Executives Group Committee.

CONTACT PERSON This is the designated 'Main Representative" in the membership application form/online company membership details

Name Email

Company Contact No.

Designation