Defence Technology Prize 2015

Every year, the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) awards the Defence Technology Prize (DTP) to scientists and engineers in recognition of their contributions in strengthening Singapore's defence capabilities. Established in 1989, this award has since grown in standing and importance, and is now considered one of the most prestigious awards given at the national level by MINDEF.

Nominations

The DTP is open to individuals and teams who have made significant technological contributions to the defence capabilities and security of Singapore. Teams may also comprise members from different organisations.

Winning the DTP 2015

A judging panel chaired by MINDEF's Chief Defence Scientist Quek Tong Boon selected four individuals and two team award winners for DTP 2015. All individual winners will receive a trophy and a certificate. Organisations that have participated and won the Team Awards will also be presented with a trophy. Each team member will in turn receive a Certificate of Commendation for his or her role in the project.

DTP Individual (R&D) Award

The award is presented to individuals who have made outstanding contributions in pioneering innovative defence R&D for Singapore. These individuals have also established themselves as leading authorities in a critical area of defence technology. The winners in this category for DTP 2015 are Dr Poh Eng Kee and Dr Samson See Chong Mengfrom DSO National Laboratories (DSO).

DTP Individual (Engineering) Award

The award is presented to individuals who have made outstanding contributions in pioneering innovative defence engineering for Singapore. These individuals have also established themselves as leading authorities in a critical area of defence technology. The winners in this category for DTP 2015 are Mr Cheng Heng Ngom from the Defence Science and Technology Agency and Mr Teo Chew Kwee from Singapore Technology Kinetics Ltd.

DTP Team (R&D) Award

The award is presented to teams for their outstanding accomplishments in research and development to enhance the defence capabilities of Singapore. The winners in this category for DTP 2015 are:

1) The Underwater Technology Team from DSO and Microfine Materials Technologies Pte Ltd.
2) The Advanced Communications Analysis Team from DSO.