Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen visited the Imagery Support Group (ISG) this afternoon. During the visit, Dr Ng toured the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Mapping Unit and was briefed on the mapping process and imagery reports. Dr Ng also observed SAF Mapping Unit's capabilities in producing realistic three-dimensional virtual maps.

The ISG plays a key role in supporting the SAF in Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations and Peace Support Operations (PSO). ISG does this through the provision of relevant imagery reports and maps, as well as imagery and geospatial analysis support. Commander ISG, Colonel Ng Boon Heong said, "The bedrock of ISG's capabilities is premised not only on technologies and innovations but also on competent and committed people. ISG utilises images and open source information in a timely and effective manner to support the SAF in mounting HADR operations and PSO. ISG has played an important role in supporting the SAF in HADR operations and PSO thereby enabling Singapore to contribute as a responsible member of the international community.

"The ISG was established in 2000 and operates the SAF's imagery and geospatial capabilities. Today, ISG has grown into a professional and operationally ready formation.