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AETOS Holdings[4] is a security solutions provider based in Singapore.[5] A member of the Surbana Jurong Group, it was established on 31 March 2004 through the merger of three auxiliary police forces.[6]

History

Since its inception, AETOS has integrated the auxiliary police forces of Changi International Airport Services, PSA Corporation, and ST Kinetics as part of a consolidation initiative led by Temasek Holdings.[7]

In 2007, the company participated in a joint security exercise at the Brani Container Terminal alongside PSA Singapore Terminals, the Singapore Police Force, and the Ministry of Defence to simulate a response to a security incident.[8]

On 13 October 2016, AETOS was acquired by Surbana Jurong, a Singaporean government-owned consultancy focused on infrastructure and urban development.[1][9]

In 2016, due to recruitment challenges among Malaysian and Singaporean nationals, the company began recruiting Taiwanese nationals for auxiliary police roles.[10] In 2018, several Taiwanese officers were deployed to land checkpoints alongside Singaporean staff.[11] Radio Taiwan International reported that some recruits faced difficulties related to job-related stress at their assigned posts.[12]

On 26 January 2018, AETOS opened its new headquarters at 5 Corporation Drive, Jurong West, which includes a command centre, indoor shooting ranges, and a cash processing centre.[13][2]

In January 2019, an AETOS officer stationed at the Woodlands Checkpoint was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head.[14]

In September 2019, AETOS signed a teaming agreement with TRD Singapore to provide countermeasure services against unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in Singapore.[15] In November, the company signed an agreement with COSEM Safety & Security Services to provide integrated security and safety consultancy.[16]

On 15 April 2021, an AETOS officer was arrested for the alleged armed robbery of a moneylender using a Taurus Model 85 revolver that he had reportedly taken unlawfully after reporting for duty.[17]

Company

In 2006, AETOS Security Management established two subsidiaries, AETOS Security Consultants and AETOS Security Training and Consultancy, to support its unarmed security, training, and consultancy operations.[citation needed]

In 2015, the company was restructured into AETOS Holdings Pte Ltd, comprising four subsidiaries: AETOS Security Management Pte Ltd (auxiliary police force), AETOS Guard Services (unarmed security), AETOS Training Academy, and AETOS Technology and Solutions.[1]

Personnel

The company’s first general manager was Andrew Tan (2004–2005), followed by Kelvin Tan (2005–2008). The position was redesignated as executive director in 2008 when Chua Chin Kiat assumed the role. James Tan Chan Seng, formerly the Commissioner of the Singapore Civil Defence Force, served as CEO from 2011 to 2019.[18][19]

On 27 March 2019, Alfred Fox was appointed CEO. Quek Poh Huat, who oversaw the integration of the three original auxiliary police forces, stepped down as chairman and was succeeded by Chiang Chie Foo.[19]

On 1 May 2024, Jerry See was appointed Senior Executive Director, succeeding Alfred Fox, who transitioned to the role of Chief People and Culture Officer at SJ Group.[20]

Requirements

Candidates must pass background checks before participating in a seven-week residential training programme.[21] Those with prior law enforcement experience undergo an abbreviated three-week residential training programme.[21]

Training

Prior to the opening of the Jurong West headquarters in 2018, AETOS recruits conducted firearms training at the Old Police Academy.[13]

Corporate social responsibility

From 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2019, the company was a listed donor for Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay.[22]

Organizational structure

AETOS employs officers from the police force, military, and public service. Armed and unarmed officers are deployed to secure Singapore’s airports, ports, strategic installations, and various regional businesses. They also provide security for events such as the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown, Singapore Grand Prix, Singapore Air show, and the 2015 Southeast Asian Games.[23]

Uniform

Upon its incorporation on 1 April 2004, AETOS officers initially wore the uniforms of their predecessor forces: Port of Singapore Authority Police (PSAP), Singapore Technologies Kinetics Police (STKP), and Changi International Airport Services Police (CIASP).[24]

Following government directives to differentiate auxiliary police from the Singapore Police Force (SPF), uniforms were updated to a polyviscose material in a corporate “tartan blue”. New buttons and badges incorporating the AETOS logo replaced designs that resembled SPF insignia.[25]

Historically, AETOS officers wore uniforms similar to the SPF due to their former affiliation. Because of this similarity, the general public often could not distinguish auxiliary officers from regular police without close scrutiny. Following uniform reviews, auxiliary forces were required to adopt distinctive features. AETOS retained metallic cap badges and collar lapels while the SPF transitioned to embroidered versions. AETOS officers may also wear box caps depending on their deployment.[25]

Deployments

An AETOS auxiliary police officer stationed outside Terminal 2, Singapore Changi Airport

AETOS security professionals are deployed at sites including:

Events

AETOS provides security for major events, including:

References

  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 – Latest News, Headlines, Insight, Commentary & Analysis”. esgbusiness.com. Retrieved 29 September 2025.
  6. ^ “AETOS Holdings Pte Ltd”. Safety & Security Asia 2025. Retrieved 29 September 2025.
  7. ^ “AETOS Completes Acquisition Of CIAS Security Unit”. Temasek Holdings (Press release). 4 May 2004. Retrieved 9 September 2019.
  8. ^ “NOL takes part in security drill aboard containership”. FreightWaves. 15 April 2007.
  9. ^ Leong, Grace (14 October 2016). “Surbana Jurong acquires security firm Aetos”. The Straits Times. Retrieved 20 September 2019.
  10. ^ “Private security companies to hire Taiwanese as auxiliary police in Singapore”. Archived from the original on 4 July 2019. Retrieved 4 July 2019.
  11. ^ “Taiwanese auxiliary police officers to be deployed at land checkpoints: Shanmugam”. Archived from the original on 4 July 2019. Retrieved 4 July 2019.
  12. ^ “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.
  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 auxiliary police officer found dead with gunshot wound at Woodlands Checkpoint”. Archived from the original on 6 July 2019. Retrieved 6 July 2019.
  15. ^ “Collaboration on Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems Services”. www.aetos.com.sg.
  16. ^ “AETOS and COSEM to Offer Industry-First Integrated Safety and Security Capabilities”. www.aetos.com.sg.
  17. ^ “AETOS auxiliary police officer charged with robbing Jurong moneylender while armed with gun”. CNA.
  18. ^ “AETOS Management Team”. Archived from the original on 14 June 2011.
  19. ^ a b “AETOS Leadership Transition”. www.aetos.com.sg.
  20. ^ “AETOS”. www.aetos.com.sg.
  21. ^ a b “Keeping the borders safe”. Archived from the original on 6 July 2019. Retrieved 6 July 2019.
  22. ^ “Arts Partner, Patron, Sponsors & Donors – Esplanade”. Archived from the original on 31 March 2017.
  23. ^ a b c d “Infrastructure Protection”. Archived from the original on 6 July 2019. Retrieved 6 July 2019.
  24. ^ “Formation of AETOS Security Management Pte Ltd”. Temasek Corporate Website English. Archived from the original on 24 March 2025. Retrieved 29 January 2026.
  25. ^ a b Rizal, Dayana (1 February 2024). “What Auxiliary Police Officers Do In S’pore & How They’re Different From Regular Police”. MS News – Independent News For Singaporeans. Retrieved 29 January 2026.
  26. ^ a b “Eagle-Eyed”. www.aetos.com.sg.
  27. ^ Khurana, page 274.
  28. ^ Land Transport Authority Annual Report 2014/2015 (PDF) (Report). Archived (PDF) from the original on 2 April 2016. Retrieved 8 July 2019.
  29. ^ Frontline Jul-Aug 2015 by Home Team, Stepping into a World of Difference, page 12.
  30. ^ “AETOS Secures Major Hospital Project” (Press release). Archived from the original on 10 August 2019. Retrieved 10 August 2019.
  31. ^ “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.
  32. ^ “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.
  33. ^ “AETOS SECURITY MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD”. Archived from the original on 6 July 2019. Retrieved 6 July 2019.
  34. ^ “AETOS stands vigilant at the Shangri-La Dialogue”. www.aetos.com.sg.
  35. ^ “We are Singapore: AETOS at National Day Parade 2018”. www.aetos.com.sg.

Bibliography

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

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