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Picture Book Reading & Art Contest: Jean Pierre Travels the Seven Seas

by Ocean Network Express (ONE)

9 May • 10:00am

Sail the seven seas with Jean-Pierre in this engaging picture book reading! Following the story, participate in an exciting art contest.

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Register here: https://shf2026onejeanpierre.peatix.com

*Programme tickets will go live on 22nd April 2026 12pm

Saturday (9 May): 10am - 12.45pm (Registration: 9.45am)

How does a cocoa bean travel across the globe to become the world's finest chocolate? Join us for an engaging picture book reading of Jean-Pierre Travels the Seven Seas! Children will discover the fascinating world of container shipping and how it connects countries, goods, and people across the ocean.

From the deep blue sea, Jean-Pierre's adventure brings him to the sunny shores of Singapore! Young explorers will next participate in an art contest and illustrate Jean-Pierre's stay with us. Attractive prizes and medals to be won!

Register now to claim your Explorer’s Kit!

Ocean Network Express (ONE)

Ocean Network Express (ONE), headquartered in Singapore, is one of the world's leading liner shipping companies. It operates a fleet of over 280 vessels with a capacity exceeding 2.4 million TEUs. Through its extensive global network, ONE provides reliable container shipping services to over 120 countries. For more information, please visit www.one-line.com.

Website: www.one-line.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ocean.network.express.global
Instagram: www.instagram.com/ocean_network_express

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