The Energy Market Authority (EMA) of Singapore and EirGrid, Ireland's electricity transmission system operator, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance technical collaboration and exchange. The agreement is intended to strengthen co-operation as both organisations manage evolving power systems during the energy transition.

The MOU sets out plans to deepen work on electricity market design and power system management, alongside shared learning on cross-border interconnectors, undersea power cables and renewable generation. Activities will include knowledge-sharing, training, staff exchanges, and regular dialogues and workshops between EMA and EirGrid.

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Mr Puah Kok Keong, Chief Executive of EMA, said: "As Singapore transitions towards a more diversified energy mix, ensuring a reliable and resilient power system will become increasingly important. Ireland's experience in integrating renewable energy and managing electricity interconnections offers valuable lessons for Singapore. Through this partnership with EirGrid, we look forward to strengthening our capabilities to manage an increasingly complex power system."

Liam Ryan, Chief Energy Transition Officer at EirGrid, said: "As energy systems evolve and become increasingly more interconnected, strong international cooperation is more important than ever. This agreement reflects a shared commitment to learning from one another's experiences and building the expertise needed to meet future challenges. EirGrid looks forward to building on this partnership with EMA and contributing to reliable, secure and sustainable energy systems in both Ireland and Singapore."