Singapore has recently added Brazil as the 10th partner in its green and digital shipping corridor network, connecting the world's largest bunkering hub with one of the emerging major producers of renewable fuels.

The two countries have signed an agreement to establish the Singapore–Brazil Green and Digital Shipping Corridor, with cooperation focusing on three key areas: alternative marine fuels, digital data interoperability for maritime and port systems, and maritime technology development.

The memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed by Singapore's Minister for Transport, Jeffrey Siow, and Brazil's Minister of Ports and Airports, Tomé Franca.

Under the partnership, both sides plan to engage shipping lines and energy companies to jointly build supply chains for zero‑ and near‑zero‑emission marine fuels. Brazil will leverage its robust renewable energy industrial base to provide fuel supply‑side support, while Singapore will contribute its advantages as the world's largest bunker fuel market and a major international transshipment hub.

On the digital front, the two nations will explore deeper data‑sharing between maritime and port systems, as well as collaborate on the research, development, and deployment of cutting‑edge maritime technologies.

At present, the cooperation has not yet finalised specific fuel types, the first pilot voyage schedule, or a project implementation timeline.

This new agreement with Brazil further expands Singapore's green shipping corridor map. The cooperation network now covers key trading partners across Asia, Europe, Australia, and the Americas. In April this year, Singapore renewed its green shipping corridor agreement with the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach for another three years, while its cooperation with South Korea was formally signed late last year.