AMEC 2025 and PAAMES Forum to Unite Maritime Innovators in Singapore

The global maritime and offshore engineering community will gather in Singapore for the 11th Pan Asian Association of Maritime Engineering Societies (PAAMES) Forum and the Advanced Maritime Engineering Conference (AMEC) 2025. Hosted by the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Singapore (SNAMES) and the National University of Singapore (NUS), this flagship event highlights innovations and sustainable engineering practices shaping the future of maritime.

Theme: “Innovations for a Sustainable Maritime Future”

Over 200 regional delegates from academia, research, and industry will join AMEC 2025. The event includes keynote speeches, technical paper presentations, panel discussions, and networking. Topics include maritime decarbonisation, green fuels, smart tech, and structural innovations.

About PAAMES

The Pan Asian Association of Maritime Engineering Societies (PAAMES) aims to:

• Promote maritime science and technology
• Support industry development
• Facilitate knowledge exchange
• Enhance professional standing
• Strengthen collaboration across Asia

Since its debut in Shanghai (2004), PAAMES has hosted biennial events across Korea, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, and Russia — most recently in Kyoto, Japan (2023).

Key Dates

• Call for Papers: 31 January 2025
• Abstract Deadline: 25 May 2025
• Notification: 30 May 2025
• Full Paper Deadline: 31 July 2025
• Conference: 10–12 December 2025
• Banquet & SNAMES 51st Anniversary: 12 December 2025

Conference Themes

• Maritime Decarbonisation and Sustainability
• Offshore & Marine Engineering Innovation
• Clean Fuels and Renewable Energy
• Marine Structures and Hydrodynamics
• Ship Design, Construction, Lifecycle Tech
• Smart Marine Systems & Automation
• Digitalisation, AI, Cybersecurity
• Risk Assessment and Maritime Strategy
• Education, Human Factors, Safety

PAAMES Member Societies

• China: CSNAME, FSNAME, SSNAME
• Japan: JASNAOE, JIME, JIN
• Korea: KSOE, KOSME, SNAK
• Hong Kong: HKIE-MMNC, HKIMT
• Russia: NTOS
• Taiwan: TSNAME
• Singapore: SNAMES
• Others: SSEHP, NEAD/SEAD of IMarEST

Venue

National University of Singapore (NUS) will host the event. As a top research institution with marine engineering expertise, NUS provides an ideal space for learning and collaboration.

Banquet

The Conference Banquet & SNAMES 51st Anniversary Dinner will be held at the Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel on 12 December 2025. Over 400 maritime professionals are expected to attend.

Registration & Fees

Early Bird (until 31 July 2025):

• Delegate: SGD $700
• Student: SGD $500

Standard Rates:

• Delegate: SGD $800
• Student: SGD $500
• PAAMES Forum Only (10 Dec): SGD $150
• Banquet Only (12 Dec): SGD $250
• Forum + Banquet Only: SGD $400

All full passes include access to keynotes, technical sessions, proceedings, and site visits.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Support AMEC 2025 and gain visibility across the event. Packages include branding, speaking slots, booths, and exclusive invitations.

• Platinum: SGD $18,000
• Gold: SGD $12,000
• Silver: SGD $8,000
• Bronze: SGD $5,000

Organising Committee

• Chairman: A/Prof Ang Joo Hock
• Vice Chairman: Dr Paul Ong
• Secretary: A/Prof Ng Chun Wee
• Asst. Secretary: Low Jin Yi
• Treasurer: Joyce Tan
• Asst. Treasurer: Ken Chin
• Chairman of Technical/Program Committee: Dr Liu Shukui
• Vice-Chairman of Technical/Program Committee: Dr Lim Chin Lee
• Member of Technical/Program Committee: Rob Egan
• Member of Technical Committee: Michael Cheng
• Chairman of Events/Sponsorship: Lee Ee Win
• Vice-Chairman of Events/Sponsorship: Albert Ng
• Member of Events/Sponsorship: Foo Nan Cho
• Member of Events/Sponsorship: Daniel Seow
• Advisor (Technical/Program): Prof Choo Yoo Sang
• Advisor (Events): Cheah Kok Keong

Join Us

Be part of AMEC 2025 in Singapore — connect with maritime leaders, share knowledge, and explore the future of sustainable marine innovation.

Contact

Mary De La Pena
Email: mary@mediacomz.com
Phone: +65 6222 3455