The new headquarters will be built on Pulau Brani beside the existing Brani Marine Fire Station, and the two facilities will function as one base.
A 3D render of of SCDF 's new Marine Division Headquarters, which will open in 2026. SINGAPORE: A new marine response facility will be built on Pulau Brani to help the Singapore Civil Defence Force 's Marine Division better deal with disasters such as fires and rescue operations at sea.
The ceremony was attended by Minister of State for Home Affairs Faishal Ibrahim, who said in a speech that in the years ahead, Singapore’s maritime sector is expected to get busier. One of the common centre’s key features is the ability to facilitate real-time collaboration between SCDF and various entities such as the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore , the Singapore Police Coast Guard, and other government agencies.
“The ability to monitor multiple aspects of an incident simultaneously enables the SCDF to deploy resources more effectively, ensuring that teams and equipment are sent to the right locations,” said SCDF in its factsheet. For example, its rooftop will have a designated space to install solar panels and harness renewable energy.
In 2017, the Marine Division took on the additional responsibility of consequence management for chemical, biological, and radiological incidents out at sea. The new fleet will be equipped with technology such as improved precision manoeuvring systems, autonomous navigation, and remote firefighting capabilities.
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