The MPA administers welfare schemes for members of the mercantile marine through its Shipping Division and the Singapore Mariners' Club (SMC). The SMC prides itself on being a 'home away from home' for seafarers of all nationalities during their stay in the Singapore port.
The SMC is located at 120 Cantonment Road near the port precinct and the Central Business District. It is open 24 hours a day (excludes the restaurant and bar).
For entry into the SMC and a discount at the restaurant, seafarers have to show their seaman's discharge books or other forms of identification.
The SMC also organises various sports and recreational activities for seafarers of all nationalities during their stay in the Singapore port. The International Sportsweek for Seafarers, Futsal Tournament for Seafarers, Bowling Tournament for Seafarers and World Maritime Day Hamper Presentation are the major events listed on SMC's calendar of events. Sightseeing Tour to main attractions in Singapore, organised by the Club, are also popular among the local and foreign seafarers.
Superb place to enjoy Western cuisine/local dishes and to relax for a drink with other seafarers
Relax, read and enjoy tv viewing
Pool table games with other seafarers
Medical and dental services with 24-hour in-port and out-port emergency service
The following seafarers' missions in Singapore carry out various welfare services for foreign seafarers in the Singapore port.
