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ASEAN, CHINA CONDUCT FIRST PHASE OF JOINT NAVAL EXERCISE

OPS & TRAINING

More than 40 participants from the navies of all 10 ASEAN countries and China took part in the Table-Top Exercise (TTX) which focused on the development of plans to conduct joint rescue operations out at sea. The two-day TTX ended on 3 Aug.

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RSS Valiant wins Best Fleet Unit

MILESTONES

29 Jun 23

This is the missile corvette's fourth win.

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PROUD TO BE A SAILOR

PEOPLE

17 May 21

Deck Weapons Specialist 3SG Aqil Adli Yashir enjoyed his training and looks forward to sailing on the Landing Ship Tank as part of the Navy family.

DSTA DIRECTOR RECOGNISED AMONG TOP S'PORE WOMEN IN TECH

PEOPLE

15 Oct 21

Ms Gayle Chan, DSTA's Deputy Chief Executive (Information), has earned a spot on the Singapore (SG) 100 Women in Tech 2021 list.

STILL YOU, BUT BETTER

PEOPLE

26 Nov 20

Golden Bayonet recipient Specialist Cadet (SCT) Michael Lee may be more comfortable making music than shouting commands, but he's learnt to come out of his shell and take charge when the situation calls for it.

FATHER-SON DUO APPOINTED AS SENIOR MILITARY EXPERTS

PEOPLE

15 Jul 21

"I was surprised to learn that we would be graduating together in the same cohort… (Nevertheless,) I am glad that we could commemorate this milestone together."

SAF SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED TO POLY, SOTA STUDENTS FOR THE FIRST TIME

MILESTONES

19 Jul 19

For the first time, the prestigious SAF Scholarship – second only to the President’s Scholarship – has been awarded to a polytechnic graduate and a student from the School of the Arts (SOTA).

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INTO THE DEEP

OPS & TRAINING

01 Nov 18

As naval divers, they must meet demanding physical fitness standards, possess incredible mental strength and be like fish in water. PIONEER takes you behind the scenes to catch a glimpse of the Naval Diving Unit's (NDU's) training and operational capabilities.

NAVY NSMAN CREW FULLY OPERATIONAL

OPS & TRAINING

17 Jul 18

The crew of the Republic of Singapore Navy's (RSN's) RSS Vigilance attained full operational readiness status on 17 Jul, with a full crew of qualified Operationally Ready National Servicemen (NSmen).

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A STRONG SAF FOR THE NEXT GENERATION

OPS & TRAINING

01 Apr 19

THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE (MINDEF) AND SINGAPORE ARMED FORCES (SAF) IS ARMING ITSELF WITH NEW ASSETS AND TECHNOLOGIES TO TAKE SINGAPORE INTO THE NEXT PHASE OF DEFENCE

RECOGNISING NSMEN FOR THEIR COMMITMENT TO DEFENCE

MILESTONES

22 May 18

At the Republic of Singapore Navy's (RSN) first International Maritime Review last year, Missile Corvette RSS Vengeance was among the fleet of naval ships from around the world.

NAVY@VIVO RETURNS, BIGGER & BETTER!

COMMUNITY

16 Oct 23

Hands up if you miss Navy@Vivo.

STRUGGLING SWIMMER WHO BECAME A SEA MARSHAL

PEOPLE

07 Dec 20

Corporal First Class (CFC) (NS) Gary Tan is not afraid to admit that he stood frozen with fear at the top of the 5m diving tower for more than an hour back in Basic Military Training (BMT).

THRILL-SEEKER

PEOPLE

30 Apr 19

"Adrenaline junkie" is one way of describing Military Expert (ME) 1 Clara Lim, who counts activities such as skydiving, bungee jumping and parasailing among her hobbies.

SIZE DOESN’T MATTER

PEOPLE

01 May 18

Looking at her petite stature, it's almost impossible to guess that Lieutenant (LTA) Teh May Yong gets her kicks from taking down larger men on the judo mat.

S'PORE, AUSTRALIA STRENGTHEN DEFENCE TIES AT EXERCISE TRIDENT: SMS HENG

OPS & TRAINING

10 Nov 18

Singapore and Australia share an "all-weather partnership that has gone on for years", said Senior Minister of State for Defence Heng Chee How. "We've been at Shoalwater Bay for 28 years and we will continue to be here to expand our collaboration."

ADMM-PLUS NAVIES KICK OFF MAJOR SEA SECURITY EXERCISE

OPS & TRAINING

30 Apr 19

What happens if criminal activity is discovered at sea? How can the surrounding nations work together to track down the suspicious vessels and stop the perpetrators?

SMOOTH SAILING

PEOPLE

01 Dec 18

Whether it was sailing with the historic Russian tall ship Pallada while pursuing her diploma in maritime law at a UK university, or roughing it out on Pulau Tekong during Basic Training with the Singapore Armed Forces Volunteer Corps (SAFVC), SAFVC Volunteer (SV) 1 Genevie Loh had always set her sights on joining the Navy.

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RSS TENACIOUS WINS BEST FLEET UNIT TITLE

MILESTONES

28 Jun 22

This is the frigate's second win in the SAF's Best Combat Unit competition.

FROM NURTURING THE NEXT GENERATION OF SOLDIERS TO ROUGHING IT OUT WITH THEIR FELLOW TROOPERS, THESE WOSPECS LOVE THEIR JOBS.

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FLASHBACK: 5 RSN FIRSTS

MILESTONES

05 May 21

In commemoration of the Republic of Singapore Navy's (RSN's) 54th birthday on 5 May, here's a look back at a few "firsts" you may not have known.

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LITTORAL MISSION VESSEL FLEET COMPLETE & MISSION-READY

OPS & TRAINING

31 Jan 20

As the Republic of Singapore Navy’s (RSN’s) fleet of eight Littoral Mission Vessels (LMVs) turn fully operational, we take a look at some of the milestones and special features of these warships.

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SHE'S A DIVER-DOCTOR IN NDU

PEOPLE

20 Dec 22

She is the first Singaporean woman to undergo the gruelling US Navy Diving Medical Officers' Course. Meet CPT (Dr) Chiew Wenqi, the formation medical officer of the Naval Diving Unit (NDU). Here's five things you need to know about her:

RSN CONDUCTS SUCCESSFUL HARPOON MISSILE FIRING AT RIMPAC

OPS & TRAINING

21 Jul 18

Out in the Pacific Ocean on 19 Jul, a suspicious vessel is spotted over the horizon.

MAKEOVER FOR MISSILE CORVETTES

TECHNOLOGY

08 May 13

The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) fleet of missile corvettes (MCVs) receive extensive upgrades, breathing new life into the warships first commissioned in the early-1990s.

ALL IN THE FAMILY FOR NEW SAF OFFICERS

MILESTONES

15 Jun 19

"If your bank account is full but your heart is not, then what’s the point?"

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FROG WEAR

TECHNOLOGY

01 May 18

Take a peek at what the elite frogmen of the Naval Diving Unit don when they enter the ocean's depths, in the first of a three-part series on everyday military gear.

KICKING UP A ROW

PEOPLE

01 Jul 19

He used to sail the high seas. Now, he rows on dry land. Meet former naval officer CPT (NS) David Han, who opened Singapore’s first dedicated indoor rowing studio.

EX-NAVAL OFFICER TRAINS YOUTHS TO BE CONFIDENT

PEOPLE

26 Feb 20

He's led hundreds as the Commanding Officer of three ships throughout his career. Now, he is on the Reservist on Voluntary Extended Reserve Scheme (ROVERS) and conducts training camps for youths.

STRENGTHENING NAVAL TIES AT IMDEX ASIA

DIPLOMACY

15 May 19

"We are facing many kinds of tension in the world today, and the best way to achieve stability and to overcome some of the potential risks…is to do our best to strengthen multilateral platforms and multilateral understanding."

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潜入深海

OPS & TRAINING

01 Nov 18

作为海军潜水员，他们必须满足严格的体能标准，具备难以置信的精神力量并像水中的鱼一样。国峰报带您到幕后去看一看海军潜水单位的训练和作战能力。

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SAF RAMPS UP COUNTER-TERRORISM INTELLIGENCE, CYBER AND MARITIME CAPABILITIES

OPS & TRAINING

02 Mar 20

The aim is to better tackle the rising threats of terrorism, cyberattacks and sea robberies.

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STEPPING FORWARD TO SERVE

OPS & TRAINING

01 Aug 18

Three years after the setup of the Singapore Armed Forces Volunteer Corps (SAFVC), PIONEER takes a look at how some of the SAFVC Volunteers (SVs) from the first cohort are doing.

THE BEST OF THE SAF

MILESTONES

25 Jun 18

What does it take to create a winning battalion?

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3 REASONS WHY THE RSN TRAVELS 5,000KM TO GUAM

OPS & TRAINING

08 Oct 19

Exercise Pacific Griffin is a biennial maritime exercise between the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) and the United States Navy (USN) held in the waters off Guam. Here's why the exercise is significant.

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KIDS TRY: NAVY SAILOR

PEOPLE

18 Oct 21

Can 9-year-old Sanjanaah Suresh make a skilled sailor? In this PIONEER Kids special, she visits the Littoral Mission Vessel Simulation Centre, where her father ME3 Suresh is a senior trainer, to find out what he went through during his sailing days.

ADMM-PLUS NAVIES STRENGTHEN MARITIME SECURITY COOPERATION IN MULTINATIONAL EXERCISE

OPS & TRAINING

13 May 19

Over the past two weeks, 19 ships and 10 aircraft from the 18 ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting (ADMM)-Plus nations worked together on a series of exercises to enhance their cooperation in the event of a transnational maritime security threat.

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WALKING IN MUM's FOOTSTEPS

PEOPLE

10 May 23

This mother joined the SAF Volunteer Corps (SAFVC) hoping to support her son when he enlisted for NS. Instead, she inspired her daughter to join the Navy.

ICE IN HER VEINS

PEOPLE

30 Apr 19

She may have started a little later than most in her skating hobby and naval career, but that didn’t stop Captain (CPT) Cheryl Leong from chasing her dreams.

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TRAINING ON ALL FRONTS

OPS & TRAINING

03 Dec 18

AT THIS YEAR&RSQUO;S EXERCISE TRIDENT, THE ARMY, NAVY AND AIR FORCE TAKE ON CHALLENGING CONDITIONS TO FIGHT AS ONE INTEGRATED FORCE.

NEW SAF OFFICERS READY TO LEAD

MILESTONES

17 Jun 18

Just three months after graduating from university, she was already earning a high four-figure monthly salary from her first job as a financial adviser.

READY TO DEFEND THE SEA AS SPECIALISTS

MILESTONES

20 Aug 20

Being the first in their family to enlist for National Service (NS), these two brothers (who make up two-thirds of a triplet trio!) are immensely proud of being able to serve the nation.

SAF AND KEY AGENCIES TACKLE THREATS ON JURONG ISLAND

OPS & TRAINING

22 Mar 23

Exercise Northstar XI saw national security agencies come together to neutralise "attacks" on Jurong Island on 22 Mar.

NEWLY MINTED SAF SPECIALISTS READY TO LEAD

MILESTONES

21 Feb 19

Prior to enlistment, 3rd Sergeant (3SG) Axel Goh wasn't sure what he would do after his two years of National Service. Today, he has his hopes set on becoming a naval officer.

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RSN'S LITTORAL MISSION VESSEL FIRES ITS FIRST ANTI-AIR MISSILE IN SG-US EXERCISE

OPS & TRAINING

28 Jun 23

The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) conducted its inaugural firing of the MICA anti-air missile as part of Exercise Pacific Griffin 2023.

ALL IN THE NUNIS-FORM

PEOPLE

26 Apr 18

Three siblings – one from each service. Meet the Nunis family.

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FULL OF VIGOUR: MISSILE CORVETTE CLINCHES BEST FLEET UNIT

MILESTONES

24 Jun 20

This is the fourth time RSS Vigour has bagged the top honour since entering service about three decades ago.

How does the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) build up its culture of innovation? PIONEER looks at some of the ideas that have taken root and are bearing fruit.

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NATIONAL AGENCIES TACKLE TERROR THREATS IN MARITIME EXERCISE

OPS & TRAINING

12 Nov 21

A next-generation sense-making system, that helps to detect potential maritime threats faster, was unveiled at Exercise Highcrest 2021.

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7 FACTS ABOUT OUR SINGAPORE NAVY!

MILESTONES

13 May 20

In commemoration of the Republic of Singapore's Navy (RSN)'s 53rd birthday on 5 May, here's a list of facts that you might not know about the defenders of our waters.

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PROTECTING SINGAPORE'S WATERS 24/7

OPS & TRAINING

30 Apr 19

PIONEER PUTS THE SPOTLIGHT ON THE REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE NAVY'S (RSN'S) MARITIME SECURITY TASK FORCE (MSTF) AND HOW IT SAFEGUARDS SINGAPORE'S WATERS AGAINST INTRUSIONS AND SECURITY THREATS FROM THE SEA.

SIMBEX MARKS 25TH YEAR WITH LARGEST EDITION

OPS & TRAINING

20 Nov 18

"This exercise has been hugely successful…the fact that our missiles have hit their targets, gives us great confidence and this interoperability, this ability to work with one another and to learn from one another, is valuable," said Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen during his visit to the Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) on 20 Nov.

DIVING INTO A DIFFERENT PASSION

PEOPLE

28 Aug 21

This SAF Scholarship recipient is living out his dream as a naval diver. But it wasn't what he always imagined himself doing.

89 SENIOR MILITARY EXPERTS APPOINTED

MILESTONES

19 Dec 18

She was chief of communications on board Landing Ship Tank RSS Endeavour during the Navy's counter-piracy effort in the Gulf of Aden.

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THREE THINGS TO LOOK FORWARD TO AT NAVY@VIVO

COMMUNITY

15 Nov 19

Navy@Vivo is back! What's new this year and what are some of the highlights? Catch the must-sees of this event which includes a tour of frigate RSS Supreme, a glimpse into the training of elite naval divers and more!

407 NEW OFFICERS READY TO LEAD

PEOPLE

10 Dec 22

"Serve your friends, family, and most importantly, your nation."

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ALL HANDS ON DECK DURING COVID-19

OPS & TRAINING

05 May 20

NAVY MEN AND WOMEN CONTINUE TO PROTECT SINGAPORE DURING THE COVID-19 OUTBREAK. HERE ARE SNAPSHOTS OF THEIR LIFE AT SEA, IN BASE AND HELPING THE COMMUNITY.

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BONDS OF BROTHERHOOD

PEOPLE

09 Jul 21

"Orh, you talk bad about Chwee Huat in front of Siak Kong, you die already! Don't you know they are best friends?"

S'PORE NAVY OPENS ITS FIRST INTEGRATED SIMULATION CENTRE, COMMISSIONS NEW LITTORAL MISSION VESSELS

MILESTONES

26 Sep 18

With the Republic of Singapore Navy's (RSN's) new virtual reality simulator, training time for the Littoral Mission Vessel (LMV) crew has been cut by up to 60 percent.

COLLECTIVE EFFORT NEEDED TO ENSURE SAFE SEAS: DR NG

MILESTONES

14 May 19

With 25 per cent of all traded goods in the world on more than 1,000 ships passing through the Singapore Strait each day, calm seas in the region are needed to ensure global commerce continues, said Defence Minister Dr Ng Eng Hen.

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亚细安、中国海军开展演习以加强海上安全

OPS & TRAINING

03 Dec 18

来自10个亚细安国家和中国的海军通过联合搜救行动和海上演习建立了信心和信任。

S'PORE NAVY TRANSFERS EX-PATROL VESSELS TO BRUNEI

MILESTONES

15 Mar 23

Two decommissioned Patrol Vessels (PVs) from the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) will be getting a new lease of life when they join the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN).

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AN EYE FOR INNOVATION

TECHNOLOGY

30 Apr 19

Take a peek at two outstanding projects at this year's Digital Innovation Day (held from 9 to 10 May), an event that aims to enhance the National Service experience and training safety by promoting innovation.

LEADERS WHO INSPIRE, EMPATHISE AND MOTIVATE

MILESTONES

24 May 18

Being the first in the family to enter command school is always a proud moment. For 3rd Sergeant (3SG) Mohamed Iqbal Bin Abdul Hamid, this accomplishment was made even more significant as he was the first of six boys to do so.

These twins went to separate schools and had their own group of friends, but training and sailing on board the same ship made them grow closer as brothers.

NDP MOBILE COLUMN CELEBRATES SINGAPORE'S STRENGTH

COMMUNITY

29 Jun 19

Fifty years ago, Brigadier-General (BG) (Ret) Colin Theseira was one of the 36 officers who participated in the inaugural Mobile Column.

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A SALUTE TO THE SETTING SUN

COMMUNITY

14 Nov 19

The sunset ceremony is an age-old naval tradition. What is its significance, and what goes on?

新加坡与印度海上双边演习以最大阵容纪念第二十五周年

OPS & TRAINING

20 Nov 18

"这项演习取得了巨大的成功……我们的飞弹击中目标的事实给了我们很大的信心以及这种互操作性，这种彼此合作并相互学习的能力很有价值，"

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WHAT KEEPS OUR SHIPS SAILING

OPS & TRAINING

07 Jan 21

It takes courage to go into battle. But you can’t get far without weapons, rations and reinforcements. The Naval Logistics Command (NALCOM) forms the backbone of the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN), providing engineering and logistics support to ensure its ships stay fighting fit.

THREE SISTERS SET SAIL TOGETHER

PEOPLE

13 Jan 22

Newly-minted Senior Military Expert 4 Ng Hui Ling is serving in the Navy with her two younger sisters.

INFORMATION FUSION CENTRE MARKS 10 YEARS; LAUNCHES ONLINE PORTAL

MILESTONES

14 May 19

International navy partners can now easily access maritime security information hosted by the Republic of Singapore Navy's (RSN's) Information Fusion Centre (IFC) from their smartphones.

Take a closer look at some of this year’s award-winning PRIDE (PRoductivity and Innovation in Daily Efforts) projects — and the people behind them.

MARSHALS OF THE SEA SAFEGUARDING THE S'PORE STRAIT

OPS & TRAINING

19 Apr 18

Out on the Singapore Strait, an Accompanying Sea Security Team (ASSeT) from the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) boards a merchant vessel to carry out a spot-check.

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A UNITED MARITIME FRONT

OPS & TRAINING

25 Jun 19

HOW CAN COUNTRIES COOPERATE TO KEEP OUR WATERWAYS SAFE AND OPEN? NAVIES FROM 18 ASEAN DEFENCE MINISTERS&RSQUO; MEETING (ADMM)-PLUS NATIONS SPENT TWO WEEKS WORKING TOGETHER TO TEST THEIR RESPONSES IN A MARITIME SECURITY CRISIS.

READY TO MENTOR THE NEXT GENERATION

MILESTONES

04 Jul 18

He was among the first in the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) to see the F-15SG in its natural skin and train on the aircraft.

SAF PERSONNEL RECOGNISED FOR ROLE IN FIGHT AGAINST PIRACY, TERRORISM

MILESTONES

23 Nov 18

From late June to September this year, a Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) team led a multinational task force in coordinating operations to deter and disrupt piracy in the Gulf of Aden. The three-month deployment was a success – there were zero piracy cases.

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BLAST ON THE HIGH SEAS

OPS & TRAINING

31 Aug 18

PIONEER takes you on board frigate RSS Tenacious as it participates in the world's largest international maritime exercise.

RIMPAC STRENGTHENS BOND BETWEEN NAVIES: DR NG

DIPLOMACY

03 Aug 18

The biennial Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) not only presents valuable training opportunities for Singapore but also reaffirms the strong ties among the navies participating in what is the world's largest multilateral maritime exercise.

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ALWAYS ON HIGH ALERT

OPS & TRAINING

21 Oct 19

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MY DAD THE SAILOR

OPS & TRAINING

02 Oct 19

In part two of PIONEER's Children Day special, Military Expert (ME) 3 Chai Chian Boon and ME3 Dalwindar give their children – 8-year-old Darren Chai, 6-year-old Danielle Chai and 4-year-old Krystal Rai-Bessy – a peek of life on board Littoral Mission Vessel RSS Indomitable.

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ASEAN, CHINA NAVIES CONDUCT DRILLS TO BOOST MARITIME SAFETY

OPS & TRAINING

03 Dec 18

Navies from 10 ASEAN countries and China build confidence and trust through joint search-and-rescue (SAR) operations and drills at sea.

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INVINCIBLE BENEATH THE WAVES

MILESTONES

01 Apr 19

The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) has launched its first fully customised Invincible-class submarine.

RSS INDEPENDENCE WINS THROUGH PROFESSIONALISM

MILESTONES

25 Jun 19

The past year has been a busy yet exceptional one for the crew of Littoral Mission Vessel (LMV) RSS Independence.

READY TO SERVE

PEOPLE

01 Jun 18

Master Sergeant (MSG) (NS) Viknesvaran s/o Sativel is passionate about leading and motivating his men whenever he returns for In-Camp Training (ICT).

NAVY LAUNCHES FIRST INVINCIBLE-CLASS SUBMARINE

MILESTONES

18 Feb 19

The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) now has its first fully customised submarine. Mrs Ivy Ng, wife of Defence Minister Dr Ng Eng Hen, launched the submarine Invincible at the thyssenKrupp Marine Systems shipyard in Kiel, Germany, on 18 Feb.

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S’PORE NAVY RESUMES OVERSEAS TRAINING, LEADS 8 SHIPS IN RIMPAC

OPS & TRAINING

31 Aug 20

It’s the largest international maritime exercise, bringing together navies from all over the world to cooperate in complex missions. The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) takes on a bigger role in this year’s Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) Exercise, which was held entirely at sea due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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CHIEF OF NAVY ANSWERS YOUR QUESTIONS

PEOPLE

14 Nov 19

WHY IS CHIEF OF NAVY REAR-ADMIRAL LEW CHUEN HONG FLASHING A VULCAN SALUTE? FIND OUT IN PIONEER'S #ASKMEANYTHING INTERVIEW WITH THE MAN AT THE HELM OF THE REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE NAVY.

EMPOWERING THE SAF TO INNOVATE

TECHNOLOGY

15 May 18

In this day and age, technological innovations are a necessity but projects need nurturing environments to blossom.

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