PIER71 Smart Port Challenge 2025 Roadshow: London, UK

​Interested to learn about how start-ups can enter the maritime industry in Singapore?

​We’re thrilled to be collaborating with Plexal for PIER71's inaugural event in London!

​We will hosting a panel that explores the cross-sections between maritime and cybersecurity, and how you can spearhead the transformation and innovation of the maritime industry.

​Event Outline

• ​5pm: Introduction to PIER71 and the Smart Port Challenge

• ​5.30pm: Panel - "A blue ocean opportunity? Cybersecurity challenges and opportunities in maritime"

• ​6.30pm onwards: Networking, food, and drinks​

​We will also be promoting the Smart Port Challenge 2025 (SPC), Singapore's flagship maritime accelerator programme where start-ups from around the world will explore opportunities in Singapore. Applications for SPC will open in end May, so do come by to find out more!

​PS: more details about the event will be released closer to the date.

​NOTE: host approval is required after registering for this event. Only approved registrants can enter the event premises.

​About PIER71

​PIER71 is the first maritime ecosystem innovation builder in the Southeast Asia region, established in 2018 jointly by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), and the National University of Singapore (NUS). We bring together a vibrant ecosystem of innovative start-up technologies, thought leaders, maritime veterans and experts, entrepreneurial know-how and investment opportunities.

​Our flagship program, the Smart Port Challenge, has accelerated the growth of more than 140 start-ups from around the world, helping them deploy their technology into Maritime Singapore.

​About Plexal

​Plexal is the innovation company solving society’s challenges through collaboration with government, startups and industry. We support entrepreneurs, startups and scaleups building emerging technologies and operate across multiple sectors including cyber, healthcare, intelligence and defence, government, public safety, financial services and telecoms. Since 2017, Plexal has delivered over 50 innovation projects, supporting over 1,270 startup growth journeys. It is currently supporting cyber startups with international growth in Singapore, Asia Pacific and beyond through CyberBoost Catalyse in partnership with the National University of Singapore for the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore.