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Ministry of Defence

NS Square

NS Square will replace The Float @ Marina Bay with a 30,000-seat venue, gallery, promenade, and more, serving as a permanent space to honour National Service and host major events by 2027

Last updated 17 March 2026
Aerial view of future NS Square featuring a stadium, waterfront, and city skyline backdrop.

The redevelopment of The Float @ Marina Bay to NS Square was first announced by former Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong during the NS50 celebrations in 2017 as a tribute to all past and present National Servicemen and their families. Overlooking the city skyline in the background, NS Square will be a permanent tribute and prominent reminder of the central role that National Service plays in ensuring Singapore's peace and prosperity.

NS Square will be a unique venue to stage large-scale national and community events, such as the National Day Parade (NDP) and the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown, host public events such as concerts, performances, sporting activities and competitions, as well as provide more spaces within Marina Bay for the public to enjoy community and recreational activities. When completed, NS Square will further enhance Marina Bay as a choice destination for Singaporeans to come together, reflect our local identity and strengthen our sense of belonging. The redevelopment will also improve pedestrian connectivity and provide a continuous loop around Marina Bay. The new NS Square will include a gallery to showcase our nation's NS story and contributions of generations of National Servicemen to Singapore's defence. The gallery is intended to recognise the importance of National Service in Singapore's peace and security, and to inspire future generations of National Servicemen.

Media

19 Mar 2024 : NS Square a Tribute to National Servicemen and Their Families; A Space for All to Enjoy

06 Sep 2023 : Award of Construction Tender for Redevelopment of The Float @ Marina Bay into NS Square

22 Mar 2022 : Updated Timeline for Redevelopment of The Float @ Marina Bay

09 Aug 2020 : Design for the Redevelopment of the Float @ Marina Bay

15 Jul 2020 : Award of Design Consultancy Tender for Redevelopment of the Float @ Marina Bay

29 Apr 2019: Call for Expression of Interest for Development of NS Square

30 Oct 2017: NS50 Dinner Reception

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For any enquiries or feedback, please feel free to reach us at contact@nssquare.sg.