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Early Adopter Scheme for Electric Harbour Craft (EASE)

Administered byMaritime and Port Authority of Singapore logo· Last verified 14 Nov 2026

MPA grant from 1 Jan 2027 for owners buying eligible electric harbour craft, covering part of the vessel's battery system cost.

Support
Based on battery capacity and capped by vessel size, up to S$250,000 per vessel.
Maximum funding
S$250,000
How to apply
MPA
Apply before starting?
Yes, before any commitment or payment

Recent changes

Announced by MPA on 14 Oct 2026; starts 1 Jan 2027.

Who is eligible

  • Owners purchasing eligible electric harbour craft (details in MPA's Annex A)

Quick eligibility check

  1. 1. Are you buying an electric harbour craft from 2027?

0 of 1 answered.

What it covers

  • Part of the battery system cost

How to apply

  1. Scheme starts 1 Jan 2027 and runs for two years. See MPA's release for Annex A.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Early Adopter Scheme for Electric Harbour Craft?

MPA grant from 1 Jan 2027 for owners buying eligible electric harbour craft, covering part of the vessel's battery system cost.

How much funding does EASE give?

Based on battery capacity and capped by vessel size, up to S$250,000 per vessel.

Who is eligible for EASE?

Owners purchasing eligible electric harbour craft (details in MPA's Annex A)

How do I apply for EASE?

Apply through MPA. You must apply before the project starts or any payment is made.

Sources

Information last verified on 14 Nov 2026. Grant rules change often. Always confirm with Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore before you apply.

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