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MPA to facilitate use of drones in ship surveys

This will make ship surveys safer and save on manpower and costs for ship-owners, says the authority

Published Fri, Nov 17, 2017 · 09:50 PM
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MORE than 4,600 ships flying the Singapore flag stand to have their inspections done more quickly and safely, courtesy of unmanned drones instead of human surveyors.

This was among the service enhancements unveiled by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) on Friday.

Speaking at the Singapore Registry of Ships (SRS) Forum on Friday, MPA chief executive Andrew Tan said the MPA has already been conducting seve…

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