A Singapore Airlines flight was forced to make an emergency landing in Rockhampton, Australia, after smoke was detected in the cabin.

Singapore Airlines Ltd (SGX: C6L) said in a statement on Wednesday that flight SQ236, traveling from Brisbane to Singapore, was diverted to Rockhampton Airport following the "discovery of smoke in the cabin."

The aircraft landed safely at 4:09 p.m. local time, and all passengers disembarked normally.

The airline said: "We are providing all necessary assistance to passengers, including refreshments at the airport, arranging alternative flights, and rebooking onward journeys where necessary."

The company also said: "Singapore Airlines is investigating the cause of the smoke."