Singapore Armed Forces’ ISG unit supports humanitarian and peace support missions

The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Imagery Support Group (ISG) has been offering support during Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations and Peace Support Operations (PSO).

Based on the appropriate imagery reports and maps, as well as imagery and geospatial analysis support, the ISG’s Mapping Unit generates realistic three-dimensional virtual maps that help during disaster relief operations.

ISG commander, 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."

Established in 2000, ISG comprises SAF Mapping Unit, Imagery Analysis Centre and Open Source Centre.

ISG has supported Operation Flying Eagle in 2004, which involved delivering mapping and imagery support to the SAF in the wake of Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami struck Aceh, Indonesia.

Further, the ISG team also assisted SAF during its deployment in Afghanistan to support International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) and also helped in discovering access areas for aid operations when Typhoon Haiyan wiped out roads, bridges and airports.

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Image: Singapore Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen during his visit to ISG. Photo: courtesy of Government of Singapore.