Resorts World Sentosa’s (RWS) Singapore Oceanarium is set to launch its state-of-the-art Research and Learning Centre this May 2025.
The new centre underscores Singapore Oceanarium’s commitment to becoming the leading hub in Asia for marine biodiversity conservation, marine ecosystem protection and restoration, as well as empowering communities and supporting authorities to drive positive change.
As a catalyst for innovation, the centre will advance Singapore Oceanarium’s efforts in education, research and conservation – amplifying its impact and reinforcing its position as a pioneering aquarium-based conservation institution.
The Research and Learning Centre is a cornerstone of Singapore Oceanarium. While the new centre marks a bold step forward, it also builds upon more than a decade of foundational work under S.E.A. Aquarium, where education, research and conservation have long been central to its mission, as demonstrated in its species breeding programmes, behavioural research and collaborations with regional and international organisations.
The Research and Learning Centre now offers a dedicated facility to expand these efforts, strengthen collaboration and serve as the heart of Singapore Oceanarium’s education programmes and conservation initiatives.
Certified Green Mark Platinum Zero Energy by Singapore’s Building and Construction Authority (BCA), the centre is purposefully designed with sustainability at its core – supporting RWS’ vision to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030. Its lightweight concrete façade and aluminium shades reduce heat gain and cooling demands, while the use of natural light minimises reliance on artificial lighting. All the building’s energy needs are met entirely by solar power.
Fully equipped with immersive learning labs, collaborative workspaces, seminar rooms and a rooftop event space, the Research and Learning Centre will augment Singapore Oceanarium’s robust educational offerings and provide advanced facilities for scientists and researchers to conduct valuable research work and drive marine science outreach on-site.
The Research and Learning Centre will not only function as a dynamic hub for research and education but also as a platform for global conservation dialogue and collaboration. Through strategic partnerships with international associations, the Research and Learning Centre will host high-impact conservation events aimed at uniting experts, institutions and communities in the shared mission to protect and conserve marine biodiversity.
With the launch of the Research and Learning Centre, Singapore Oceanarium is charting a bold course towards a more sustainable future for the oceans. By bridging science, education and community action, the Research and Learning Centre is set to become a beacon for global marine conservation, nurturing the next generation of changemakers, fostering groundbreaking research and uniting international voices in the fight to protect the planet.
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