Maritime Industry Grants and R&D Tax

Singapore is one of the world’s leading maritime centres, home to cutting-edge port infrastructure, advanced shipbuilding, and a thriving ecosystem of marine technology. As the industry embraces digitalisation, automation, and sustainability, innovation is becoming essential to staying competitive.

At FI Group, we help maritime companies turn their R&D efforts into financial advantage, through R&D tax incentives and innovation grants that support smarter, greener operations.

Innovation in the Maritime Sector

The maritime industry is undergoing a major transformation, with innovation spanning across:

• Smart port and logistics technologies
• Autonomous vessels and navigation systems
• Green shipping solutions and alternative fuels
• Advanced ship design and retrofitting
• Digital twins, AI, and predictive maintenance

These activities often involve technical uncertainty and experimentation, making them eligible for R&D tax relief.