11th Pan Asian Association of Maritime Engineering Societies (PAAMES) Forum

Advanced Maritime Engineering Conference (AMEC) 2025
Singapore
10-12 December 2025

IMPORTANT DATES

31 Jan 2025

Call for
papers

by 25 May 2025

Abstract
(single page)

30 May 2025

Notification of
Abstract Acceptance

By 30 Sep 2025

Full Paper
Submission

10 – 12 Dec 2025

Dates of the
conference

12 Dec 2025

Conference
Banquet

HOSTED BY

Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Singapore (SNAMES)

National University of Singapore (NUS)

PARTICIPATING ORGANISATIONS

  • Chinese Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (CSNAME)
  • Fujian Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (FSNAME)
  • Hong Kong Institution of Engineers – Mechanical, Marine & Naval Architecture and Chemical Division (HKIE-MMNC)
  • Hong Kong Institute of Marine Technology (HKIMT)
  • Japan Society of Naval Architects and Ocean Engineers (JASNAOE)
  • Japan Institute of Marine Engineering (JIME)
  • Japan Institute of Navigation (JIN)
  • Jiangsu Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (JSNAME)
  • Korea Society of Marine Engineering (KOSME)
  • Korean Society of Ocean Engineers (KSOE)
  • North East Asia Division / South East Asia Division of Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (NEAD/SEAD of IMarEST)
  • Russian Scientific and Technical Society of Shipbuilders named after A.N. Krylov (NTOS)
  • Society of Naval Architects of Korea (SNAK)
  • Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Singapore (SNAMES)
  • Society of Shipbuilding Engineering of Heilongjiang Province (SSEHP)
  • Shanghai Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SSNAME)
  • Taiwan Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (TSNAME)

THEME & SCOPE

Innovations for a Sustainable Maritime Future

Sustainable Maritime Practices and Decarbonization

Advanced Ship and Offshore Structure Design

Clean Fuels, Renewable Energy and Energy Transition

Digital Transformation and Smart Technologies

Safety and Regulatory Compliance

Underwater Technology

Maritime Logistics, Management, and Business

Education, Training, Human Resources, and Other Topics

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION AND TICKETS

Secure your spot at AMEC 2025, the premier maritime engineering conference happening in Singapore from 10 to 12 December 2025. Register now and purchase your tickets to gain exclusive access to keynote sessions, technical presentations, and global networking opportunities shaping the future of maritime innovation and technology.

Early BIRD DISCOUNT
FOR
CONFERENCE DELEGATES

(Price includes Welcome Reception, Proceedings, PAAMES Forum, AMEC Conference, Site Visits*, Conference Dinner)

SGD$ 700

per participant

CONFERENCE DELEGATES
(after 31 AUGUST 2025)

(Price includes Welcome Reception, Proceedings, PAAMES Forum, AMEC Conference, Site Visits*, Conference Dinner)

SGD$ 800

per participant

Student

(Price includes Welcome Reception, Proceedings, PAAMES Forum, AMEC Conference, Site Visits*, Conference Dinner)

SGD$ 550

per participant

PAAMES FORUM ONLY
(DAY 1)

(Price entitles you to attend PAAMES Forum only)

SGD$ 150

per participant

CONFEREnCE DINNER ONLY
(DAY 3)

(Price entitles you to attend the Conference Dinner only)

SGD$ 250

per participant

PAAMES Forum
(Day 1) and Conference Dinner Only (Day 3)

(Price entitles you to attend the PAAMES Forum and Conference Dinner only)

SGD$ 400

per participant

* Limited Seats available for site tours. Location of site visits will be announced at a later date. 

Click on the button below to register and purchase your conference tickets

Conference Delegates

 

The University of TokyoJapan
Pusan National University
South Korea
National University of Singapore (NUS)Singapore
Yokohama National University
Japan
Shanghai Jiao Tong UniversityChina
Jiangsu University of Science and Technology
China
Seoul National UniversitySouth Korea
National Taiwan Ocean University
Taiwan
Harbin Engineering UniversityChina
Chungnam National University
South Korea
Nanyang Technological University (NTU)Singapore
Kobe University
Japan
Saint Petersburg State Marine Technical UniversityRussia
University of Ulsan
South Korea
National Taiwan University (NTU)Taiwan
National Institute of Maritime, Port and Aviation Technology / National Maritime Research Institute (NMRI)
Japan
The University of OsakaJapan
Changwon National University
South Korea
China Ship Scientific Research CentreChina
Inha University
South Korea
National Cheng Kung University (NCKU)Taiwan
Mokpo National University
South Korea
Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)Singapore
  

PROGRAMME DETAILS

Event Schedules

Time Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel
1900-2100
Welcome Reception @ Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel

PAAMES Forum (AM)
PAAMES Lectures (PM)

Time Programme
08:30-09:00
Registration

(Location: NUS Engineering Auditorium, EA Block)
9:00-12:10 | PAAMES Opening and Forum
09:00-09:10
Welcome Speech

A/Professor​ Ang Joo Hock

Chairman

11th PAAMES/AMEC 2025

09:10-09:20
Opening Address by Guest of Honor
9:20-9:40
Keynote Speech: Innovations for a Sustainable Maritime Future

Professor (Adjunct) Aziz Amirali Merchant

EVP Engineering and Technology and New Product Development

Seatrium Limited

9:40-9:45
Presentation of Tokens of Appreciation
9:45-10:05
10:05-10:25
Invited Speech: Charting the Course: Singapore’s Vision for a Future-Ready Maritime Knowledge Hub

Loh Yee Wei

Assistant Director

Singapore Maritime Institute

10:25-10:30
Group Photo
10:30-10:50 | Morning Tea Break
10:50-11:10
Topic 1 – Title : TBA

Dr. Shahrin Osman

Associate Professor & Business Development Director
DNV Maritime Advisory

DNV

11:10-11:30
11:30-12:00
Panel Session 1: Title – TBA
Moderated by:

Dr Paul Ong

Co-Chairman

11th PAAMES/AMEC 2025
National University of Singapore (NUS)

12:00-13:30 | Networking Lunch
13:30-16:35 | PAAMES Lecture
13:40-14:00

China

Research and Application of Ship Energy Saving and Emission Reduction Comprehensive Technology

Professor Yuling Gao

Professor

Shanghai  Ship  and  Shipping  Research  Institute  Co.  Ltd

14:00-14:20

South Korea

The Way to Reach Net-Zero Emission Shipping

Professor Kwang Hyo Jung

Vice President of International Affairs

The Korean Society of Ocean Engineers (KSOE)

Dept. of Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering

Pusan National University

14:20-14:40

Japan

Research and development activities in the Japan Society of Naval Architects and Ocean Engineers (JASNAOE)

Professor Hideyuki Suzuki

President

Japan Society of Naval Architects and Ocean Engineers (JASNAOE)

Professor Emeritus

University of Tokyo

14:40-15:00

Russia

Additive Manufacturing for Marine Application

Professor Gleb A. Turichin

Director of Institute of Laser and Welding Technology

Saint Petersburg State Marine Technical University

15:00-15:20 | Afternoon Tea Break
15:20-15:40

Taiwan

The Development and Outlook of Advanced Offshore Renewable Energy in Taiwan

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Mao-Hsiung Chiang

President

Taiwan Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (TSNAME)

Dean, College of Engineering

National Taiwan University

15:40-16:00
16:00-16:20

Singapore

Reimagine Maritime Engineering Education: A Competence-Based Approach

Associate Professor Chunwee Ng

Honorary Secretary

Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Singapore (SNAMES)

Engineering Cluster

Singapore Institute of Technology

16:20-16:25
Presentation of Tokens of Appreciation
16:25-16:30
Closing Remarks

Dr Paul Ong

Co-Chairman

11th PAAMES/AMEC 2025
National University of Singapore (NUS)

16:30-16:35
Group Photo
17:00-20:00
3rd ISC Meeting @ Republic of Singapore Yacht Club (PAAMES members only)
Time NUS
Technical Session 1
0900-1020
Advanced Ship and Offshore Structure Design 1
Clean Fuel, Renewable & Transition Energy 1
Digital Transformation & Smart Technologies 1
Sustainable Maritime Practices & Decarbonization 1
1020-1040
Break
1040-1200
Advanced Ship and Offshore Structure Design 2
Clean Fuel, Renewable & Transition Energy 2
Digital Transformation & Smart Technologies 2
Sustainable Maritime Practices & Decarbonization 2
1200-1300
Lunch
Time NUS
Technical Session 2
1300-1420
Advanced Ship and Offshore Structure Design 3
Clean Fuel, Renewable & Transition Energy 3
Digital Transformation & Smart Technologies 3
Sustainable Maritime Practices & Decarbonization 3
1420-1440
Break
1440-1600
Advanced Ship and Offshore Structure Design 4
Clean Fuel, Renewable & Transition Energy 4
Clean Fuel, Renewable & Transition Energy 5
Advanced Ship and Offshore Structure Design 5
1600-End
Site Visit *

* Limited Seats available for site tours. Location of site visits will be announced at a later date

Time NUS
Technical Session 3
0900-1020
Advanced Ship and Offshore Structure Design 6
Underwater Technology 1
Digital Transformation & Smart Technologies 4
Sustainable Maritime Practices & Decarbonization 4
1020-1040
Break
1040-1200
Advanced Ship and Offshore Structure Design 7
Underwater Technology 2
Digital Transformation & Smart Technologies 5
Sustainable Maritime Practices & Decarbonization 5
1200-1300
Lunch
Time NUS
Technical Session 4
1300-1420
Safety and Regulatory Compliance 1
Underwater Technology 3
Safety and Regulatory Compliance 2
Maritime Logistics, Management & Business 1
1420-1440
Break
1800-2100
AMEC Conference Banquet / SNAMES 51st Annual Dinner @ Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel
Time External
11:30-13:30
Weekend Tour and Lunch – Singapore River Cruise

CONFERENCE ACCOMMODATION

Conference attendees can enjoy exclusive accommodation rates at the Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore, the official conference hotel.

Exclusive Rates for PAAMES & AMEC Conference 2025

Enjoy special conference rates at the Grand Copthorne Waterfront Singapore – located just minutes from the Singapore River and Clarke Quay. Unwind in spacious, well-appointed rooms and explore the best of Singapore.

Stay Dates: 9–13 December 2025

Booking Period: 6 June – 31 October 2025

The Grand Copthorne Waterfront will also host the Pre-Event Reception and Conference Banquet (Day 3).

complimentary daily shuttle service between the hotel and NUS will be provided only for guests staying at the Grand Copthorne Waterfront during the conference period.

Weekend Tour and Lunch – Singapore River Cruise

Treat yourself to an exclusive post-conference experience along Singapore’s iconic waterfront. Cruise past Clarke Quay, Boat Quay, and Marina Bay while enjoying a relaxing afternoon with fellow AMEC & PAAMES delegates.

Savour a delicious lunch, engaging conversation, and unforgettable city views, the perfect way to network and unwind. Limited seats available, so book early!

Tour Date: 13 December 2025
Time: 11:30-13:30

Exclusive Site Visits for PAAMES/AMEC 2025 Delegates

In line with the theme “Innovations for a Sustainable Maritime Future,” delegates of PAAMES/AMEC 2025 are invited to experience Singapore’s maritime engineering excellence first-hand through two curated site visits.

Complimentary two-way transportation will be provided between the National University of Singapore (NUS) Engineering Auditorium and your selected site.

Site Visit Options:

Option 1: Seatrium Tuas Shipyard

Option 2: Technology Centre for Offshore and Marine, Singapore (TCOMS)

Supporting Organisations

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Sponsors

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Be a Sponsor

We are pleased to invite your esteemed organisation to be part of the 11th Pan Asian Association of Maritime Engineering Societies (PAAMES) Forum and the Advanced Maritime Engineering Conference (AMEC) 2025, taking place from 10–12 December 2025 in Singapore.

This prestigious regional gathering brings together leading voices from across Asia’s maritime, offshore, and engineering sectors to share insights, foster collaboration, and shape the future of marine technology, with around 200 delegates expected from Singapore and across the region.

In a special highlight this year, the AMEC Conference Banquet on 12 December will also host the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Singapore (SNAMES) 51st Anniversary Dinner. It is expected to host approximately 400 participants — offering sponsors a valuable opportunity to engage with a large and diverse audience.

Be a Sponsor

We are pleased to invite your esteemed organisation to be part of the 11th Pan Asian Association of Maritime Engineering Societies (PAAMES) Forum and the Advanced Maritime Engineering Conference (AMEC) 2025, taking place from 10–12 December 2025 in Singapore.

This prestigious regional gathering brings together leading voices from across Asia’s maritime, offshore, and engineering sectors to share insights, foster collaboration, and shape the future of marine technology, with around 200 delegates expected from Singapore and across the region.

In a special highlight this year, the AMEC Conference Banquet on 12 December will also host the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Singapore (SNAMES) 51st Anniversary Dinner. It is expected to host approximately 400 participants — offering sponsors a valuable opportunity to engage with a large and diverse audience.

Platinum Sponsors

SGD$ 18,000

4 Delegate passes for the Conference

Prominent branding across on-site forum areas and AMEC Conference Banquet/SNAMES 51st Anniversary Dinner

Exhibition Space at forum

Speaking Slot during Opening Session

Full page ad on event booklet

Logos featured on social media platforms, website and event collateral

Complimentary SNAMES Corporate Partner (2 years)

1 Table invite at AMEC Conference Banquet/SNAMES 51st Anniversary Dinner

Corporate Video feature during AMEC Conference and AMEC Conference Banquet/SNAMES 51st Anniversary Dinner

Gold Sponsors

SGD$ 12,000

3 Delegate Passes for the Conference

Prominent branding across on-site forum areas and AMEC Conference Banquet/SNAMES 51st Anniversary Dinner

Exhibition Space at forum

Speaking Slot during Opening Session

Half-page ad on event booklet

Logos featured on social media platforms, website and event collaterals

Complimentary SNAMES Corporate Partner (1 year)

Half Table invite at AMEC Conference Banquet/SNAMES 51st Anniversary Dinner

Silver Sponsors

SGD$ 8,000

2 Delegate Passes for the Conference

Prominent branding across on-site forum areas and AMEC Conference Banquet/SNAMES 51st Anniversary Dinner

Exhibition Space at forum

1/4-page ad on event booklet

Logos featured on social media platforms, website and event collaterals

Complimentary SNAMES
Corporate Partner (1 year)

2 invitations extended to AMEC Conference Banquet/SNAMES 51st Anniversary Dinner

Bronze Sponsors

SGD$ 5,000

1 Delegate Pass for the Conference

Branding on dedicated sponsored mementos, on site forum areas and AMEC Conference Banquet/SNAMES 51st Anniversary Dinner

Exhibition Space at forum

1/4-page ad on event booklet

Logos featured on social media platforms, website and event collaterals

Complimentary SNAMES Corporate Partner (1 year)

1 invitation extended to AMEC
Conference Banquet/SNAMES 51st Anniversary Dinner

Contact Us To Be Part of our Sponsors

  • Location

    Engineering Auditorium
    College of Design and Engineering Campus
    National University of Singapore

  • Email

    If you require assistance, please reach out to us at PAAMES@mediacomz.com