PIER71 SPC 2025 Roadshow - Chennai, India

​Ever thought about breaking into Singapore’s booming maritime industry?

Now’s your chance.

​PIER71 is coming to Chennai to spotlight the Smart Port Challenge 2025 — Singapore’s flagship maritime innovation programme that connects startups with real-world challenges from leading corporates in the industry.

​Whether you're building in AI, sustainability, robotics, or logistics, this is your gateway to pilot opportunities, global exposure, and a vibrant startup ecosystem in Singapore.

​🗓️ Applications are now open — get a head start by joining us at our roadshow at IITMIC (Lilavati Auditorium).

Hear directly from the organisers, meet alumni, and discover how your startup can scale across borders.

​Don’t miss it — the future of maritime innovation sets sail here.

​Event Details
• 3pm: Registration
• 3:30pm: Introduction to PIER71 and the Smart Port Challenge
• 3:45pm: Fireside Chat on "Bridging Harbours: Connecting India’s Deep Tech Talent to Singapore Maritime Innovation
• 4:15pm: Alumni sharing and Experience, Planys Technology
• 4:30pm onwards: Networking, light refreshments

​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.

Co-organiser:

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IIT Madras Incubation Cell (IITMIC)

The IIT Madras Incubation Cell (IITMIC) stands as India's largest deeptech startup hub, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship within and beyond the IIT Madras community. Established over a decade ago, IITMIC has been the nodal incubator for the IIT Madras innovation ecosystem, instrumental in nurturing startups that address complex challenges across various sectors. 

​IITMIC LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/iitm-incubation-cell/

Ecosystem Partner:

​StartupTN

Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Mission branded as StartupTN is a Section 8 company functioning under the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. It serves as the State’s nodal agency to support and grow the startup ecosystem across all districts. With a strong focus on inclusive development, StartupTN works to democratise entrepreneurship by ensuring equal access to opportunities, resources, and networks for aspiring entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds. Through funding support, mentorship, and market linkages, it empowers startups to address local needs and compete on a global scale. Its initiatives are designed to make Tamil Nadu a leading hub for innovation-driven enterprises, fostering sustainable and widespread economic growth through entrepreneurship.

​StartupTN LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thestartuptn/

​Indian Maritime University

Indian Maritime University (IMU) is a Central University headquartered in Chennai, India. It was established in 2008 through an Act of Parliament, the Indian Maritime University Act 2008. The university is dedicated to providing education and training in various areas of maritime studies, including navigation, marine engineering, maritime law, and marine management.

​IMU's commitment to excellence has earned it recognition and accreditation with ISO 9001:2015 Certification. This recognition is a testament to its legacy of excellence and innovation, coupled with its commitment to providing world-class education and research programs.

Indian Maritime University LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/school/indianmaritimeuniversity/

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