DSTA Chief Executive Soh Kong Pheng and former DSTA Chief Executive Richard Lim were among five Singaporeans who received the Honorary Fellowship Award at the Conference of the ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organisations (CAFEO). The award is presented to individuals who have attained outstanding achievements in the field of engineering.

Lianhe Zaobao (2 Dec 2009)

The High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) is the SAF's latest weapons system acquisition from the US. DSTA engineers are upgrading the weapon system's nerve centre to plug HIMARS into the Third Generation SAF's high-tech battle network.

The Straits Times (18 Nov 2009)

Two individual and five team winners received the prestigious Defence Technology Prize (DTP) 2009 from Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Mr Teo Chee Hean on Friday, 30 October 2009. The DTP is awarded to defence scientists, engineers and technologists who have made notable contributions towards Singapore's defence science capabilities.

The five winning teams are the Advanced Antenna Team, the Advaced Radar Team, the Infocomm Security Team, the Mini Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Team and the Countermine Vehicle Team. DSTA was represented in the Mini Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Team and the Countermine Vehicle Team.

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The Straits Times (31 Oct 2009)
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PIONEER (Dec 2009)
PIONEER (Dec 2009)

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Straitstimes.com (30 Oct 2009)
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CyberPioneer (30 Oct 2009)
Yahoo! News Singapore (31 Oct 2009)
LexisNexis.com (31 Oct 2009)
Silobreaker.com (31 Oct 2009)
Satnews.com (1 Nov 2009)

Former DSTA engineer Chiang Chee Meng was among 26 software developers profiled in the inaugural Digital Life Successful Developers Awards for developing an automated electronic notification system to inform NSmen of their in-camp training. Mr Chiang said it was talk by a DSTA member during his undergraduate days that opened his eyes to how algorithms can solve real-life problems. His first job as a DSTA engineer helped cut his teeth in writing software. Mr Chiang is currently an assistant principal engineer in ST Electronics (Info-Comm Systems).

The Straits Times (23 Sep 2009)

Former chief defence scientist Professor Lui Pao Chuen is a pioneer in the development of science and technology in Singapore. Prof Lui was a key player in setting up DSTA. He provided guidance to the DSTA team that developed the Underground Ammunition Facility, which proved that it was feasible for land-scarce Singapore to tap underground space. In this interview, Prof Lui talks about why Singapore needs more people specialising in physics.

The Straits Times (19 Sep 2009)

DSTA enhanced the capabilities of the SAF's Weapon Locating Radar (WDL) and integrated the cooling system in the operator cabin. As part of Singapore’s contribution to the multinational stabilisation and reconstruction efforts in Afghanistan, the deployed WDL will provide early warning of rocket attacks and enhance force protection measures for International Security Assistance Force personnel based in Tarin Kowt.

Lianhe Zaobao (15 Sep 2009)

DSTA plans to conduct a S$500,000 feasibility study to look into the potential of the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system. The Microsoft Windows 7 operating system features a host of improvements from the current Windows Vista, including multi-touch support, a new taskbar and enhanced networking functionality.

The Business Times (14 Sep 2009)
Businesstimes.com.sg (14 Sep 2009)

DSTA worked closely with the Army and Singapore Technologies Kinetics in the design of the indigenous Terrex Infantry Carrier Vehicle (ICV). These include integrating the Battlefield Management System to link and network the Terrex ICV with commanders and other SAF assets. A closed-hatch driving system was also designed by DSTA to enhance crew protection during operations. Other features include the weapon detection system, remote control weapons station and all-round surveillance system. 

The Straits Times (3 Sep 2009)

Lianhe Zaobao (3 Sep 2009)

Straitstimes.com (2 Sep 2009)

DSTA senior engineer Ooi Soon Teck was featured as an NSman who shares his experiences from both the Republic of Singapore Air Force and DSTA. His passion for work and engineering career in DSTA has allowed him to continue to contribute to the Air Force.  

Air Force News (July 2009)

Air Force News (July 2009)

DSTA's Chief Executive Soh Kong Pheng was one of the prominent speakers at the Brunei International Defence Exhibition (BRIDEX) 2009. He spoke on 'trends and drivers of network centric technologies, operations and capabilities.

BruDirect.com (12 Aug 2009)
BruDirect.com (12 Aug 2009)
news.brunei.fm (12 Aug 2009)

The Singapore National Day Awards are a means of recognising individuals for their contributions. Several members from DSTA were conferred those awards are:

• Public Administration Medal (Silver)
• Director (Networked Systems) Wee Kok Ling 
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• Public Administration Medal (Bronze)
• Head of Defence Technology Office (Europe) Teo Chee Wah
• Acting Director (C4I Development) Tan Chee Ping
• Deputy Director (Infocomm Infrastructure) Tan Ah Tuan  
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• Commendation Medal
• Senior Principal Engineer (Networked Systems) Lee Chee Hoong
• Principal Member of Technical Staff (DSO National Laboratories; seconded from DSTA) Chow Kay Cheong
• Principal Engineer (Naval Systems) Lai Wee Chiang
• Senior Principal Engineer (Systems Management) Yap Kah Leng
• Senior Principal Engineer (Land Systems) Tan Wee Chye
• Senior Manager (Procurement) Rajinder Singh
• Assistant CIO Tam Kok Yan
• Senior Principal Engineer (Land Systems) Lim Yoke Beng

The Straits Times (9 August 2009)
The Straits Times (10 August 2009)
The Straits Times (11 August 2009)
Lianhe Zaobao (10 August 2009)
Lianhe Zaobao (12 August 2009)
Straitstimes.com (9 August 2009)

DSTA's management and staff pitched in to help a fellow colleague whose baby, the eldest of quardruplets, was born prematurely. Besides allowing him flexible work hours, DSTA raised over $20,000 from its staff to help pay the hospital bills. The family of six recounts those challenging days as they celebrate National Day in 2009.

The Straits Times (9 August 2009)

DSTA was instrumental in contributing to a successful National Day Parade 2009. Making sure the parade runs smoothly, DSTA engineers worked behind the scenes to set up the stage infrastructure and high fidelity audio system, conducted technical assessments and trials for the Presidential Gun Salute, and procured parade essentials.

TODAY National Day Special Edition (9 Aug 2009)

DSTA and DSO National Laboratories offered more than 100 scholarships in 2009 to attract the brightest students, pointed out Minister of State for Defence, Associate Professor Koo Tsai Kee. He said that the numerous scholarships available today from government-linked companies and statutory boards show how Singapore has prospered over its 44 years of independence. Students and parents now have access to opportunities that previous generations never had.

The Straits Times (8 August 2009)

DSTA, Singapore Technologies Kinetics and the Singapore Armed Forces worked together over six years to develop Singapore’s first indigenous Self-Propelled Howitzer – the Primus, which can be seen in the Total Defence Display at the National Day Parade 2009.

Lianhe Zaobao (8 August 2009)

The DSTA Scholarship does indeed attract top talents to the organisation. Our Scholars share their experiences and reasons for choosing the DSTA Scholarship over others.

Brightsparks 2009, Volume 2, page 112

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DSTA and DSO National Laboratories (DSO) awarded 115 scholarships at the DSTA-DSO Scholarship Award Ceremony held on 23 July 2009 at Orchard Hotel. The scholarships for junior college, undergraduate and postgraduate studies were presented by Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Teo Chee Hean.

The Straits Times (24 July 2009)
Straitstimes.com (24 July 2009)
Cyberpioneer (24 July 2009)

Director (DSTA Masterplanning and Systems Architecting) Dr Yeoh Lean Weng received the Fellow Award at the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) for his contributions in designing large-scale communications systems for the Singapore Armed Forces. Dr Yeoh is the second individual in Asia to receive this award. He received the award from Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Teo Chee Hean at the INCOSE 19th annual international symposium held in Suntec Exhibition and Convention Centre on 20 July.

Lianhe Wanbao (20 July 2009)
Lianhe Zaobao (21 July 2009)
The Straits Times (21 July 2009)
TODAY (21 July 2009)

DSTA's Chief Executive Soh Kong Pheng will speak at a defence conference to be held in conjunction with the Brunei International Defence Exhibition (BRIDEX) 2009. The conference will discuss emerging and future security threats and challenges in South East Asia on 11 August 2009.

The Brunei Times (13 July 2009)

BruDirect.com (13 July 2009)

DSTA, in partnership with local defence industries, aims to provide the Special Operations Task Force with the latest in military technology.

Channelnewsasia.com (13 July 2009)

Channel News Asia (13 July 2009)

DSTA's Assistant Director (Shared Serviced Project) Ng Teck Kim and personnel from Mindef and SAF meet President S R Nathan at the The Presidential Garden Reception. The event is held yearly to honour the contributions made by personnel from Mindef, SAF and DSTA.

The Straits Times (13 July 2009)
Asiaone.com (13 July 2009)
Webnewswire.com (13 July 2009)
Mindef.gov.sg (12 July 2009)

DSTA and the SAF have kick-started a project last December to get polytechnic students to test its systems. This will allow the Army to design platforms that will be best suited for their future operators. 

The Straits Times (29 June 2009)

DSTA worked closely with the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) to refurbish and convert the Archer-class submarines for local operations in Singapore's tropical waters.

Cyberpioneer (17 June 2009)
Defpro.com (18 June 2009)
Defencetalk.com (19 June 2009)

DSTA jointly developed the Advanced Combat Man System (ACMS) with the SAF and ST Electronics, with support from ST Kinetics. The ACMS is a system that combines computers, sensors and communication devices into a configuration compact enough for individual soldiers. The SAF awarded the $100 million contract to ST Electronics, to supply the ACMS to the SAF by 2012.

The Straits Times
The Business Times
TODAY
Lianhe Zaobao
Asiaone.com
Channelnewsasia.com
STengg.com
Defenseworld.net
Defpro.com 

Since 2002, DSTA has worked with the Tan Kah Kee Foundation on the Defence Science category of the Tan Kah Kee Young Inventors' Award. This award aims to stimulate creativity and innovation among Singapore's youth.

Lianhe Zaobao

DSTA announced several infocommunication technology (ICT) initiatives at this year's IDA "Business Opportunities for Infocomm in the Public Sector" conference. DSTA plans to develop its next-generation content and information management systems, and to explore the feasibility of utilising the yet-to-be-released Windows 7 operating system for local defence needs. These plans are in line with the overall government thrust to harness emerging ICT and create a more comprehensive service and support network within the public service. 

mis-asia.com (12 May)
futuregov.net (12 May)
Global Insight Daily Analysis (12 May)
The Business Times (13 May)
zaobao.com (13 May)
businesstimes.com (14 May)
The Business Times (14 May)
insis.com (14 May) 

The annual Army-DSTA Dialogue session allows for senior management from both organisations to evaluate past achievements and chart future developments. As the national authority in defence technology, DSTA is well-poised to advise the Army on how best to fulfill its operational requirements.

Army News, Jan/Feb 2009, Page 3

DSTA was part of a tripartite effort to develop the Bronco for the Army, a reliable and versatile All-Terrain Track Carrier. The proven capabilities of the Bronco has even prompted the British Army to purchase this platform for operational deployment in Afghanistan.

Army News, Jan/Feb 2009, Page 3

DSTA recently launched the second edition of "Geology of Singapore", incorporating geological information gathered since the first edition was published in 1976. Led by Dr Zhou Yingxin, a senior principal engineer at DSTA, his team of 10 geologists and researchers compiled the information into a publication, that will be very relevant to local construction and urban planning experts.

The publication is available for purchase from DSTA. Please call (65) 6879 5333 for more information.

The Straits Times (page B4)
Straitstimes.com

DSTA participates in the upcoming Opportunity Fair being organised by Young NTUC for university graduates this year.

StraitsTimes.com (3 April)

The Republic of Singapore Air Force received its first of four Gulfstream 550 Airborne Early Warning (G550-AEW) aircraft on 19 February 2009, as replacements for the aging E-2C Hawkeye. DSTA was the programme manager for the acquisition of the G550-AEW, and also participated in the 2001 upgrade of the E-2C.

Pioneer, page 12

French naval defence systems provider DCNS is building on its successful partnership with the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN), DSTA and ST Marine in the Formidable-class frigate programme to take its ambitions in the region forward.

The Business Times
BusinessTimes.com.sg

 The Inspector-General of the French Armed Forces for Armament, Ingénieur Général de Classe Exceptionnelle de l'Armement (IGCEA) Jean-Paul Panié, praised the DSTA and the Republic of Singapore Navy partnership in developing the Combat Management System for the Formidable-class frigates.

Cyberpioneer (19 Mar)
Pioneer (April 09), page 14

The Young Defence Scientists Programme (YDSP), an initiative by DSTA and DSO, aims to cultivate student interest in defence science and technology. The YDSP covers a diverse range of activities including customised programmes, camps and research attachments. The YDSP Scholarships and YDSP Academic Awards are also given to outstanding young talents.

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Straitstimes.com
ChannelNewsAsia.com
Yahoo! News Singapore
Lianhe Zaobao
Berita Harian (19 Mar)
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Cyberpioneer
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The Singapore Airshow 2010 will be the 15th to be held here, and the second to be organised by Singapore Airshow and Events - a joint venture by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore and DSTA.

The Straits Times (14 March)
Straitstimes.com (19 March)

The DSTA Scholarship does indeed attract top talents to the organisation. Our Scholars share their experiences while studying overseas and what made them decide to choose the DSTA Scholarship over others.

Lianhe Zaobao zbNOW page 7
The Straits Times' Scholar's Choice III page 20
Brightsparks 2009, page 160
Scholarship Guide 2009, page 76
Scholarship Guide 2009, page 77
Scholarship Guide 2009, page 79

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As the Individual Award recipient of the Defence Technology Prize 2008, Mr Pang Chung Khiang was no stranger to innovation. In his dual-role as a Systems Architect and Director (Air Systems), Mr Pang oversaw the management and acquisition of new air platforms for the SAF, such as the F-15SG fighter jets.

Pioneer page 12-14

DSTA participated in the NTU Career Fair organized by Nanyang Technological University and plans to hire 200 employees.

Lianhe Zaobao page 10
The Straits Times Online
Asiaone.com 

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The Ministry of Defence (Mindef) announced that it has 2000 vacancies to be filled and vacancies are also available at DSTA.

Lianhe Zaobao page 1
The Straits Times page A6

DSTA played a pivotal role in the management of the Stealth Frigate programme. With the commissioning of the final two frigates, RSS Stalwart and RSS Supreme, DSTA has helped to mark a major milestone in the RSN's transformation to a Third Generation fighting force.

Defpro.com.

DSTA was credited by the Minister of Defence Teo Chee Hean, for its role in aiding the transformation of Singapore's armed forces into a Third Generation SAF. DSTA's continued progress in defence technology research has been invaluable in this transformation.

Lianhe Zaobao pg 13