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AETOS Holdings Pte Ltd
Company typeSubsidiary
IndustryCompany police/Security services
FoundedMerger of PSA Corporation, ST Kinetics and Changi International Airport Services Auxiliary Police Forces (31 March 2004; 21 years ago (2004-03-31))
HeadquartersSingapore
Key people
Alfred Fox (Executive Director/CEO)
Number of employees
3,000 (2016)[1]
4,300 (2018)[2]
ParentSurbana Jurong[3]
Websitewww.aetos.com.sg
An AETOS Mitsubishi Lancer EX auxiliary police car.
An Aetos auxiliary police officer stationed outside the Departure Hall of Terminal 2, Singapore Changi Airport

AETOS,[4] a member of the Surbana Jurong Group, is a security solutions provider based in Singapore. Established in 2004 following the strategic merger of three key Auxiliary Police forces, AETOS has more than 70 years of collective experience in safeguarding key national maritime, aviation, and infrastructure installations.

Since its establishment, AETOS has focused on developing its capabilities, including training its workforce and expanding its technological systems.

History

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Origins

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AETOS was established on 31 March 2004. Since its establishment, it has merged the Auxiliary Police forces of CIAS, PSA Corporation, and ST Kinetics as a result of an amalgamation exercise initiated by Temasek Holdings.[5]

In 2007, AETOS participated in a security detail alongside PSA Singapore Terminals, the Singapore Police Force, and the Ministry of Defence at the Brain Container Terminal to simulate a security situation at the terminal.[6]

In 2009, AETOS secured the contract for the Marina Bay Countdown Celebration event.[7]

On 13 October 2016, AETOS was acquired by Surbana Jurong, a Singaporean government-owned consultancy company focusing on infrastructure and urban development.[1][8]

On 26 January 2018, the company inaugurated its present headquarters at 5 Corporation Drive in Singapore.[2]

Post-Origin

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Due to the difficulty of recruiting Malaysian and Singaporean nationals for AETOS positions, the company began recruiting Taiwanese nationals willing to work in Singapore in 2016.[9]

Some were deployed to work at land checkpoints alongside Singaporeans in 2018.[10] According to reports from Radio Taiwan International, some Taiwanese nationals have reported challenges in continuing their work due to stress associated with their assigned job posts.[11]

In June 2017, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) announced the arrest of two AETOS officers stationed at the Woodlands Checkpoint for planning to travel to the Middle East and join ISIL.[12]

In January 2018, AETOS announced the opening of its Jurong West office, which includes a new command centre, indoor shooting ranges, and a cash processing centre.[13]

In September 2018, AETOS initiated an investigation into an AETOS officer who was reported to be sleeping while on guard duty.[14]

In January 2019, AETOS reported that one of its officers stationed at the Woodlands Checkpoint was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head by SPF officers.[15]

In September 2019, AETOS signed a teaming agreement with TRD Singapore to provide countermeasure services against UAVs in Singapore.[16]

In November 2019, AETOS signed an agreement with COSEM Safety & Security Services to provide integrated security and safety consultancy services.[17] According to an AETOS news release, implementation was scheduled to start by Q1 2020.[17]

On April 15, 2021, an AETOS officer was arrested for allegedly robbing a moneylender with a Taurus Model 85 revolver he was found to have taken illegally when reporting for work.[18]

Company

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In 2006, AETOS Security Management formed two wholly owned subsidiaries, AETOS Security Consultants, and AETOS Security Training and Consultancy, to support its unarmed business and training and consultancy operations.

In 2015, AETOS was renamed to AETOS Holdings Pte Ltd, with four subsidiaries: AETOS Security Management Pte Ltd (auxiliary police force), AETOS Guard Services (unarmed guards), AETOS Training Academy and AETOS Technology and Solutions.[1]

CSR activities

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From 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2019, the company was listed as a donor for Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay.[19]

Personnel

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The first general manager was BG(Ret) Andrew Tan (2004–2005). He was followed by Mr. Kelvin Tan (2005–2008). This position was re-designated as executive director in 2008 when Mr. Chua Chin Kiat took over. Mr. James Tan Chan Seng, the former Commissioner of the Singapore Civil Defence Force, served as the CEO from 2011 to 2019.[20][21]

On 27 March 2019, Mr. Alfred Fox was appointed CEO from 16 April 2019.[21] Mr. Quek Poh Huat, who oversaw AETOS' formation when the PSA Corporation, ST Kinetics, and Changi International Airport Services auxiliary police forces were integrated, stepped down as chairman on the same date and was replaced by Chiang Chie Foo.[21]

On 1 May 2024, Mr. Jerry See was appointed as its new Senior Executive Director. Mr. See succeeded Mr. Alfred Fox, who has assumed the role of Chief People and Culture Officer at SJ Group.

Requirements

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Prospective candidates must pass background checks before participating in a seven-week residential training programme.[22] Candidates with law enforcement experience participate in a three-week residential training programme.[22]

Training

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Prospective AETOS recruits conducted shooting practice at the old Police Academy before the Jurong West office opened in 2018.[13]

Organization structure

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The team comprises officers from the police force, military, and public service entities. AETOS' armed and unarmed officers are deployed to secure Singapore's airports, ports, key and strategic installations, as well as regional and local businesses and events. They also provide security services for events such as the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown, Singapore Grand Prix, Singapore Airshow and the 2015 Southeast Asian Games.[23]

Deployments

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Some deployment sites of armed and unarmed AETOS Security professionals include:

Events

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Major events secured by armed and unarmed AETOS Security professionals include:

Uniforms

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When AETOS was incorporated on 1 April 2004, AETOS officers continued to wear uniforms worn by officers from the antecedent Auxiliary Police Forces, namely Port of Singapore Authority Police (PSAP), Singapore Technologies Kinetics Police (STKP) and Changi International Airport Services Police (CIASP).

Under governmental direction, the uniform was modified to include distinguishing features to differentiate them from the uniforms worn by officers of the Singapore Police Force. The new uniforms featured a new corporate color, tartan blue, and the material changed from pure polyester to poly viscose. New buttons and badges on the cap and collars incorporating AETOS's logo were used in place of logos similar to the Singapore Police Force.

Owing to their former affiliation with the Singapore Police Force, AETOS officers initially wore tartan blue uniforms similar in design to those of the SPF. This similarity, dating back to the formation of the antecedent auxiliary police forces (PSA Police in 1947, STK Police in 1967, and CIAS Police in 1981), meant the general public could often not distinguish AETOS officers from regular police officers without close scrutiny; the tartan top was the primary distinguishing feature.

As a result of several uniform reviews by the police and SIRD, Auxiliary Police Forces must wear uniforms with distinctive differences from those of their regular counterparts. AETOS retained the old metallic cap badges and collar lapels although they were replaced with embroidered versions in the SPF. AETOS officers may also wear box caps, depending on operational requirements.

References

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  1. ^ a b c d e f g "Surbana Jurong Adds Safety & Security Capabilities With Acquisition of Aetos" (PDF) (Press release). Surbana Jurong. 13 October 2016. Archived (PDF) from the original on 6 July 2019. Retrieved 25 October 2016.
  2. ^ a b "Security industry to tap technology to tackle manpower crunch | The Straits Times". www.straitstimes.com. 26 January 2018. Retrieved 28 January 2022.
  3. ^ "AETOS HOLDINGS PTE. LTD. (201328595D) - Singapore Business Directory". SGPBusiness.com. Retrieved 28 January 2021.
  4. ^ "AETOS Corporate Brochures" (PDF). surbanajurong.com. December 2016.
  5. ^ "AETOS Completes Acquisition Of CIAS Security Unit". Temasek Holdings (Press release). 4 May 2004. Retrieved 9 September 2019.
  6. ^ "NOL takes part in security drill aboard containership". FreightWaves. 15 April 2007.
  7. ^ a b "AETOS secures Marina Bay Singapore Countdown project for the 9th consecutive year". Surbana Jurong (Press release). Archived from the original on 6 July 2019. Retrieved 6 July 2019.
  8. ^ Leong, Grace (14 October 2016). "Surbana Jurong acquires security firm Aetos". The Straits Times. Retrieved 20 September 2019.
  9. ^ "Private security companies to hire Taiwanese as auxiliary police in Singapore". Archived from the original on 4 July 2019. Retrieved 4 July 2019.
  10. ^ "Taiwanese auxiliary police officers to be deployed at land checkpoints: Shanmugam". Archived from the original on 4 July 2019. Retrieved 4 July 2019.
  11. ^ "這行飯不好吃 新加坡部分台籍輔警求去" (in Chinese). Archived from the original on 4 July 2019. Retrieved 4 July 2019.
  12. ^ "2 auxiliary Singapore cops nabbed for terror-related offenses". Archived from the original on 4 July 2019. Retrieved 4 July 2019.
  13. ^ a b "Surbana Jurong celebrates official opening of AETOS' new complex at Jurong West". Surbana Jurong (Press release). Archived from the original on 6 July 2019. Retrieved 8 July 2019.
  14. ^ "Aetos investigates auxiliary cop caught sleeping on duty at Woodlands Checkpoint". STOMP. 7 September 2018. Archived from the original on 6 July 2019. Retrieved 6 July 2019.
  15. ^ "Aetos auxiliary police officer found dead with gunshot wound at Woodlands Checkpoint". Archived from the original on 6 July 2019. Retrieved 6 July 2019.
  16. ^ "Collaboration on Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems Services". www.aetos.com.sg.
  17. ^ a b "AETOS and COSEM to Offer Industry-First Integrated Safety and Security Capabilities". www.aetos.com.sg.
  18. ^ "AETOS auxiliary police officer charged with robbing Jurong moneylender while armed with gun". CNA.
  19. ^ "Arts Partner, Patron, Sponsors & Donors - Esplanade". Archived from the original on 31 March 2017.
  20. ^ "AETOS Management Team". Archived from the original on 14 June 2011.
  21. ^ a b c "AETOS Leadership Transition". www.aetos.com.sg.
  22. ^ a b "Keeping the borders safe". Archived from the original on 6 July 2019. Retrieved 6 July 2019.
  23. ^ a b c d "Infrastructure Protection". Archived from the original on 6 July 2019. Retrieved 6 July 2019.
  24. ^ a b "Eagle-Eyed". www.aetos.com.sg.
  25. ^ Khurana, page 274.
  26. ^ Land Transport Authority Annual Report 2014/2015 (PDF) (Report). Archived (PDF) from the original on 2 April 2016. Retrieved 8 July 2019.
  27. ^ Frontline Jul-Aug 2015 by Home Team, Stepping into a World of Difference, page 12.
  28. ^ "AETOS Secures Major Hospital Project" (Press release). Archived from the original on 10 August 2019. Retrieved 10 August 2019.
  29. ^ "Ex-editor of The Real Singapore recounts his experience in lock-up countering Han Hui Hui". Archived from the original on 6 July 2019. Retrieved 6 July 2019.
  30. ^ "AETOS SECURITY MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD". Archived from the original on 6 July 2019. Retrieved 6 July 2019.
  31. ^ "AETOS stands vigilant at the Shangri-La Dialogue". www.aetos.com.sg.
  32. ^ "We are Singapore: AETOS at National Day Parade 2018". www.aetos.com.sg.

Bibliography

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  • Khurana, K.C. (31 December 2009). Aviation Management: Global Perspectives. New Delhi, India: Global India Publications. ISBN 978-9380228396.
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