Wilhelmsen Port Services Joins Forces with Yinson GreenTech and RW Marine Services to Advance Marine Electrification in Singapore

Wilhelmsen Port Services has signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MOU) with Yinson GreenTech and R W Marine Services, marking a significant step toward accelerating the adoption of marine electrification and lower-emissions maritime transport in Singapore. The signing ceremony took place on 26 March 2025 aboard the Hydromover, Singapore’s first fully electric cargo vessel, during Singapore Maritime Week, held from 24 to 28 March 2025.

Under this agreement, Yinson GreenTech will provide its electric vessels and digital solutions to R W Marine Services, who will oversee leasing and electric fleet management. Wilhelmsen Port Services will play a pivotal role by coordinating the deployment of these electric service vessels, ensuring their seamless integration into Singapore's port ecosystem. This collaboration aims to reduce emissions and enhance operational efficiency, aligning with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore’s objectives, paving the way for the wider adoption of electric service vessels in the Port of Singapore. 

Jamie Wrightson, Vice President Asia Pacific & India of Wilhelmsen Port Services: “As global leaders in port agency, we are proud to partner with Yinson GreenTech and R W Marine Services to bring the marinEV zero emission launch to attend to our customers’ vessels. Innovation to bring down emissions and increase efficiencies in the port supply chain requires collaboration and Wilhelmsen Port Services is excited to help bring this to the market.”

Jan-Viggo Johansen, Managing Director of marinEV, Yinson GreenTech: “We are excited to collaborate with WPS and RW to drive the transition of Singapore’s maritime sector towards a sustainable future. This partnership is a significant step forward in our commitment of reducing emissions and enhancing operational efficiency. By integrating our cutting-edge electric vessels and digital solutions with WPS’s port services and RW’s sea transportation handling, we aim to set a new benchmark for sustainable maritime practices.”

Alvin Tan, Managing Director of R W Marine Services: “Partnering with Yinson GreenTech and Wilhelmsen Port Services represents a pivotal moment for R W Marine as we transition into the era of sustainable sea transport. As a long-standing operator in Singapore’s port waters, we’re proud to be taking a proactive role in adopting electric vessels and enhancing our fleet management capabilities. This collaboration underscores our commitment to delivering reliable, forward-looking marine services that support Singapore’s decarbonisation goals.” 

Wilhelmsen Port Services’ involvement in this partnership underscores its continued commitment to innovation and an industry-wide shift towards lower-emissions solutions. By integrating electric service vessels into its port operations, Wilhelmsen Port Services is taking steps to drive meaningful progress in shaping the maritime industry’s energy transition and to operational excellence.

The partnership between Wilhelmsen Port Services, Yinson GreenTech and RW Marine Services marks a key milestone in Singapore’s maritime decarbonization efforts. By leveraging combined expertise, the three companies aim to demonstrate the viability and benefits of electric service vessels, encouraging broader adoption across the industry.

■ Contact: Wilhelmsen Port Services www.wilhelmsen.com.