The Norwegian related company, MARIS Asia Pacific Pte Ltd, was given the Minister's Innovation Award from Singapore's Ministry of Transport on 10 November 2009. Mr Bhupesh Gandhi, Director Asia Paific, was presented the award in recognition for the contribution towards to project "Wireless Broadband Maritime Services at Sea". More information about MARIS can be found at www.maris.no.

The Research Council of Norway and the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore has had an MOU on maritime research and development since year 2000. Maritime communication is one of the fields covered by this MOU.

Ordinary membership is open to all companies, and branch/representative offices of Norwegian companies registered and domiciled in Singapore, in which there is a direct Norwegian Interest. As a member of the Norwegian Business Association, you will enjoy:

• Exclusive monthly events to keep you on top of the latest local developments in Singapore and regional developments in South East Asia.
• Opportunities to meet and engage with other companies in your line of business.
• A wide range of services including the provision of information and assistance.