SSIC 52226→50021
24 Singapore companies previously classified as Ship management services have been reclassified to Shipping companies and chartering of ships/boats with crew (freight) as part of the SSIC 2025 transition that took effect on 9 May 2026.
What changed
This sub-class includes the provision of ship management service (i.e., operation of ships on behalf of owners). Units in this sub-class are primarily engaged in: - crew recruitment and/or management - management of the ships' commercial activity - bunkering - employment of ship agents - registration of vessels - technical management of vessels
This sub-class includes: - transport of freight on ships and/or boats with crew designed for operating on sea and/or coastal waters - chartering of ships and/or boats with crew for freight transport - shipping trusts that provide ship and/or boat chartering services with crew
When the reclassifications happened
ACRA processes SSIC 2025 recodes in batches alongside its periodic ACRA-CSV refresh. The first recoded entries appeared after the 9 May 2026 cutover; subsequent batches landed when the monthly bulk drop reached our sync.
Who was affected
Sample of affected companies
A small selection — not exhaustive. Of 24 total, here are 12 companies whose SSIC code was switched from 52226 to 50021.
Frequently asked questions
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