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Maritime Cluster Fund (MCF)

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· Last verified 23 Oct 2026

Co-funds maritime companies for manpower development (training, attachments, management associates), business development (new set-ups, new lines, internationalisation) and productivity/digitalisation ecosystem projects.

Support: Co-funding; rates and caps vary by component and are not published on the MPA overview page (contact MCF Secretariat).
Maximum funding: No fixed cap published
How to apply: Application forms to MCF Secretariat (mcf@mpa.gov.sg)
Apply before starting?: Yes, before any commitment or payment

Recent changes

MPA (4 Mar 2026): new MCF-Global Rotation (co-funds overseas deployment of local middle managers), enhanced MCF-Management Associate (streamlined), and new innovation track under MCF-BD (co-funds rental and key personnel for innovation/CVC functions). Funding amounts not published.

Who is eligible

Registered and operating in Singapore
Qualifying maritime companies/organisations (and individuals for some training schemes)
MCF-Productivity projects must be ecosystem projects involving SME partners
Application must reach MCF Secretariat at least 30 days before project/training start (about 8 weeks for complex projects)

Quick eligibility check

1. Is your company in the maritime sector and operating in Singapore?
2. Is your project about training, talent, new maritime business set-up/expansion, internationalisation or productivity?
3. Can you submit at least 30 days before the project or training starts?
4. For productivity projects, does it involve SME partners in your value chain?
5. Have you NOT started the project yet?

0 of 5 answered.

What it covers

MPA-approved courses and in-house training (Training@MaritimeSingapore)
Attachments and management associate programmes (Talent@MaritimeSingapore)
HR and training infrastructure (InvestManpower@MaritimeSingapore)
Set-up/expansion and internationalisation costs (MCF-BD)
Digitalisation and technology adoption (MCF-Productivity)

How to apply

Pick the MCF component
Contact the MCF Secretariat (8 weeks ahead for complex projects)
Submit application form and full project information at least 30 days before start

Claims: Per Letter of Offer.

Documents you need

MCF application form for the relevant component
Project proposal / business plan
Training course details or attachment plans (manpower schemes)
Cost breakdown and quotations
ACRA business profile
Trainee/employee details (manpower schemes)

Frequently asked questions

What is the Maritime Cluster Fund?

How much funding does MCF give?

Co-funding; rates and caps vary by component and are not published on the MPA overview page (contact MCF Secretariat).

Who is eligible for MCF?

Applicants must be registered and operating in Singapore. Qualifying maritime companies/organisations (and individuals for some training schemes) MCF-Productivity projects must be ecosystem projects involving SME partners Application must reach MCF Secretariat at least 30 days before project/training start (about 8 weeks for complex projects)

How do I apply for MCF?

Apply through Application forms to MCF Secretariat (mcf@mpa.gov.sg). You must apply before the project starts or any payment is made.

What documents do I need for MCF?

MCF application form for the relevant component; Project proposal / business plan; Training course details or attachment plans (manpower schemes); Cost breakdown and quotations; ACRA business profile; Trainee/employee details (manpower schemes).

Sources

Information last verified on 23 Oct 2026. Grant rules change often. Always confirm with Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore before you apply.