AAIS has launched the fourth edition of the Singapore UAS Directory, with the support of the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), Enterprise Singapore (ESG) and the Maritime Port Authority (MPA). We are very pleased to welcome MPA on board for the first time, as the maritime use case for UA is potentially very significant, given Singapore’s leading port status.
Since the 2022/23 edition of the Directory, the breadth and sophistication of the industry has evolved. To better reflect this in the 2024/25 Directory, we have expanded the classifications from five to 11. New classifications include eVTOL Manufacturers, Counter UAS, Education, Training & Research Institutions, Software and Data Management, Standards, Certification and Consultancy, and Legal, Financing and Other Services. With an increase in the number of businesses listed, the Directory has also expanded from 56 pages to 88 pages. We trust that this expanded edition will provide better utility to end users in their search for products and services. As we have in the past, the listings from the Directory are also found in our online Asia Pacific Aviation Directory (www.aviationdirectory.biz).
In his Message for the Directory, Mr Soh Leng Wan, Assistant Managing Director (Manufacturing) of Enterprise Singapore wrote, “Singapore hosts a vibrant community of UAS enterprises, who are developing cutting-edge industrial drone solutions and complementary accessories. From infrastructure inspection to
agricultural crop monitoring and counting, these custom-built drones are deployed for a wide range of tasks to increase work efficiency, improve workplace safety, and reduce costs. The local UAS industry is also a hub for diverse employment opportunities, contributing to more PMET roles, including mechanical and robotics engineers, software developers, data analysts, drone pilots, among others. This provides exciting career paths for those keen on venturing into emerging technology fields.”
On his part, Mr Tan Chun Wei, Director (Unmanned Systems, Technology, Engineering and Planning) at the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore noted that, “Singapore’s smart city ambition makes our city-state a fertile ground for innovative UAS use cases. However, our small land size, high-density urban environment and airspace constraints pose unique challenges. These challenges will only grow as the scale and complexity of UAS operations increase. To enable the safe adoption of transformative unmanned systems technologies, CAAS has embarked on key initiatives recently such as the development of a UAS Traffic Management
(UTM) system, plans to launch more Unmanned Aircraft Flying Areas (UAFAs) to inculcate safe UA flying culture and convening the Meeting of Asia-Pacific Regulators on AAM and UAS to strengthen regulatory capabilities.”
In his observations, Mr David Foo, Assistant Chief Executive (Operations) and Assistant Chief Executive (Operations Technology)/ Chief Data Officer said, “The Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) industry presents significant opportunities for Maritime Singapore to improve the operational efficiency of port services, enhance safety to personnel conducting emergency response activities and reduce carbon footprint. As a busy port with limited sea space, Unmanned or Drone solutions naturally fit into the maritime industry. Today, there are commercial flights for shore-ship, ship-shore deliveries, and inspection services. Given the keen interest to scale maritime drone activities, MPA is exploring comprehensive approaches to ensure the safe integration and operation of drones alongside vessels in our port waters.”
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