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UPCOMING events

Nbas Seafood Dinner 2027

December 4, 2026

Christmas Cocktail Reception 2026

We are delighted to invite our members, partners and friends to the NBAS Christmas Cocktail Party 2026, co-hosted with Wilhelmsen.

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News SNIC 2026

From Industry to the Seabed: Turning Carbon Capture into Climate Action

Hear from Yara, a Bronze Sponsor of SNIC 2026, on how its carbon capture project at Sluiskil is turning industrial emissions into climate action through cross-border collaboration and permanent storage beneath the seabed.

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Building Trust into a Connected World

In this article, Telenor Asia, a Silver Sponsor of SNIC 2026, shares its perspective on digital trust, resilient connectivity and responsibly governed systems, from everyday digital life in Asia to maritime operations.

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WRLEADING: Bringing AI to Maritime Safety Equipment Management

WRLEADING, a Bronze Sponsor of SNIC 2026, shares its approach to the full-lifecycle management of marine life-saving equipment, combining equipment supply with AI-powered administrative and operational support.

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DNV Insights: What the IMO’s MASS Code Means for Remote Control and Autonomy at Sea

In this article, DNV, a Gold Sponsor of SNIC 2026, explores what the IMO’s Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) Code means for remote control and autonomy at sea, and the collaboration needed to put its principles into practice.

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Better, Not Just Faster – Odfjell’s Approach to AI Adoption

In this article, Odfjell, a Bronze Sponsor of SNIC 2026, shares its approach to AI adoption and building employees’ capabilities, drawing on perspectives from Alena K. Pedersen, Vice President Corporate IT.

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From Complexity to Clarity: Supporting the Maritime Energy Transition

As the maritime industry navigates one of the most significant transitions in its history, shipowners and operators face increasingly complex decisions. Evolving regulations, changing fuel pathways, digital transformation and commercial pressures are reshaping the industry, making collaboration and integrated solutions more important ...

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Finnair at SNIC 2026: Connecting Singapore with More of Norway

Singapore is home to more than 300 Norwegian companies and one of the largest Norwegian business communities outside Norway. Behind these strong business ties are the connections that allow people, ideas and opportunities to move between the two countries.

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Member Focus Article News

Inside Kahoot!: How Singapore Became the Launchpad for Kahoot!’s Growth Across Asia-Pacific

In this Member Focus Q&A, Ahteram Uddin shares how Kahoot! is scaling across Asia-Pacific from Singapore and how game-based learning is creating impact in schools and workplaces.

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Featured Artist News

Featured Artist: Jillian Cheong

Meet Singaporean artist Jillian Cheong as she shares her journey from biology teacher to full-time artist, creating sustainable artworks inspired by nature, faith and everyday beauty.

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2025 highlights

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A Year of Connections and Innovation: Highlights from NBAS in 2025

A vibrant year for NBAS, 2025 brought together business leaders and partners through technology showcases, maritime milestones, thought-leadership dialogues, and signature events SNIC and the Norwegian Seafood Dinner.

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Celebrating 2025 Milestones and Welcoming an Exciting 2026

From anniversaries and new office openings to new product launches, 2025 was a milestone-rich year for the Norway–Singapore community. Here’s a look back—and a look ahead to 2026.

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Year-End Highlights: Impact Across Our Community

As 2025 closes, NBAS spotlights the inspiring ways our community is giving back—from beach clean-ups and inclusive employment efforts to health awareness and circular economy initiatives—reflecting our shared commitment to people, planet, and purpose.

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Maritime Optima Reflects on a Year of Expansion in 2025

Maritime Optima marked a milestone year in 2025, opening a new Singapore office and deepening Norway–Singapore maritime ties while advancing its AI decision-support tools.

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NBAS hosts regular events. Some large, like the traditional Norwegian Seafood Dinner and the Singapore Norway Innovation Conference hosted together with The Norwegian Embassy and Innovation Norway – and some small, like our informal Tech Circle events for members wanting to learn more.

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NBAS welcomes a range of companies as members, including Norwegian organisations in Singapore and Singaporean companies with close ties to Norway. We have special membership rates for startup companies, and we offer individual memberships for Norwegians working in Singapore.