Aetos Security Management

AETOS was established on 31 March 2004. Since its establishment, it has merged the Auxiliary Police forces of CIAS, PSA Corporation, and ST Kinetics as a result of an amalgamation exercise initiated by Temasek Holdings.{{Cite press release|url=https://www.temasek.com.sg/en/news-and-views/news-room/news/2004/aetos-completes-acquisition-of-cias-security-unit.html|title=AETOS Completes Acquisition Of CIAS Security Unit|website=Temasek Holdings|access-date=9 September 2019|date=4 May 2004}}

In 2007, AETOS participated in a security detail alongside PSA Singapore Terminals, the Singapore Police Force, and the Ministry of Defence at the Brani Container Terminal to simulate a security situation at the terminal.{{Cite web|url=https://www.freightwaves.com/news/nol-takes-part-in-security-drill-aboard-containership|title=NOL takes part in security drill aboard containership|date=15 April 2007|website=FreightWaves}}

In 2009, AETOS secured the contract for the Marina Bay Countdown Celebration event.{{Cite press release |url=https://surbanajurong.com/resources/news/aetos-secures-mbs-countdown-project/ |title=AETOS secures Marina Bay Singapore Countdown project for the 9th consecutive year |website=Surbana Jurong |access-date=6 July 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190706041034/https://surbanajurong.com/resources/news/aetos-secures-mbs-countdown-project/ |archive-date=6 July 2019 |url-status=live }}

On 13 October 2016, AETOS was acquired by Surbana Jurong, a Singaporean government-owned consultancy company focusing on infrastructure and urban development.{{cite web |last1=Leong |first1=Grace |url=https://www.straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/surbana-jurong-acquires-security-firm-aetos |title=Surbana Jurong acquires security firm Aetos |website=The Straits Times |date=14 October 2016 |access-date=20 September 2019}}

On 26 January 2018, the company inaugurated its present headquarters at 5 Corporation Drive in Singapore.

In 2016, AETOS recruited Taiwanese nationals willing to work in Singapore due to the difficulty of recruiting Malaysian and Singaporean nationals.{{Cite news |url=https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/private-security-companies-to-hire-taiwanese-as-auxiliary-police-7638238 |title=Private security companies to hire Taiwanese as auxiliary police in Singapore |access-date=4 July 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190704105705/https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/private-security-companies-to-hire-taiwanese-as-auxiliary-police-7638238 |archive-date=4 July 2019 |url-status=live }}

In 2018, some of the Taiwanese nationals were deployed to work at land checkpoints alongside Singaporeans.{{Cite news |url=https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/taiwanese-auxiliary-police-officers-to-be-deployed-at-land-9852694 |title=Taiwanese auxiliary police officers to be deployed at land checkpoints: Shanmugam |access-date=4 July 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190704135632/https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/taiwanese-auxiliary-police-officers-to-be-deployed-at-land-9852694 |archive-date=4 July 2019 |url-status=live }} According to reports from Radio Taiwan International, some Taiwanese nationals reported challenges in continuing their work due to stress associated with their assigned job posts.{{Cite web |url=https://www.rti.org.tw/news/view/id/2014635 |title=這行飯不好吃 新加坡部分台籍輔警求去|language=zh|access-date=4 July 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190704135357/https://www.rti.org.tw/news/view/id/2014635 |archive-date=4 July 2019 |url-status=live }}

In January 2018, AETOS announced the opening of its Jurong West office, which includes a new command centre, indoor shooting ranges, and a cash processing centre.{{Cite press release |url=https://surbanajurong.com/resources/news/official-opening-aetos-new-complex/ |title=Surbana Jurong celebrates official opening of AETOS' new complex at Jurong West |website=Surbana Jurong |access-date=8 July 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190706041159/https://surbanajurong.com/resources/news/official-opening-aetos-new-complex/ |archive-date=6 July 2019 |url-status=live}}

In September 2019, AETOS signed a teaming agreement with TRD Singapore to provide countermeasure services against UAVs in Singapore.{{Cite web|url=https://www.aetos.com.sg/Newsroom/18/collaborate-CUAS|title=Collaboration on Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems Services|website=www.aetos.com.sg}}

In November 2019, AETOS signed an agreement with COSEM Safety & Security Services to provide integrated security and safety consultancy services.{{Cite web|url=https://www.aetos.com.sg/Newsroom/19/AETOS-and-COSEM-to-Offer-Industry-First--Integrated-Safety-and-Security-Capabilities|title=AETOS and COSEM to Offer Industry-First Integrated Safety and Security Capabilities|website=www.aetos.com.sg}} According to an AETOS news release, implementation was scheduled to start by Q1 2020.

In June 2017, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) announced the arrest of two AETOS officers stationed at the Woodlands Checkpoint for planning to travel to the Middle East and join ISIS.{{Cite news |title=2 auxiliary Singapore cops nabbed for terror-related offenses |url=https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/907178/2-auxiliary-singapore-cops-nabbed-for-terror-related-offenses |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190704141358/https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/907178/2-auxiliary-singapore-cops-nabbed-for-terror-related-offenses |archive-date=4 July 2019 |access-date=4 July 2019}}

In September 2018, AETOS initiated an investigation into an AETOS officer who was reported to be sleeping while on guard duty.{{Cite web |date=7 September 2018 |title=Aetos investigates auxiliary cop caught sleeping on duty at Woodlands Checkpoint |url=https://stomp.straitstimes.com/singapore-seen/aetos-investigates-auxiliary-cop-caught-sleeping-on-duty-at-woodlands-checkpoint |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190706041044/https://stomp.straitstimes.com/singapore-seen/aetos-investigates-auxiliary-cop-caught-sleeping-on-duty-at-woodlands-checkpoint |archive-date=6 July 2019 |access-date=6 July 2019 |website=STOMP}}

In January 2019, AETOS reported SPF officers had found one of its officers stationed at the Woodlands Checkpoint dead with a gunshot wound to the head.{{Cite web |title=Aetos auxiliary police officer found dead with gunshot wound at Woodlands Checkpoint |url=https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/aetos-auxiliary-police-officer-gunshot-dead-woodlands-checkpoint-11105582 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190706041034/https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/aetos-auxiliary-police-officer-gunshot-dead-woodlands-checkpoint-11105582 |archive-date=6 July 2019 |access-date=6 July 2019}}

On April 15, 2021, an AETOS officer was arrested for allegedly robbing a moneylender with a Taurus Model 85 revolver he was found to have taken illegally when reporting for work.{{Cite web|url=https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/auxiliary-police-officer-aetos-armed-robbery-gun-revolver-jurong-217736|title=AETOS auxiliary police officer charged with robbing Jurong moneylender while armed with gun|website=CNA}}

In 2006, AETOS Security Management formed two subsidiaries, AETOS Security Consultants, and AETOS Security Training and Consultancy, to support its unarmed business and training and consultancy operations.

In 2015, AETOS was renamed to AETOS Holdings Pte Ltd, with four subsidiaries: AETOS Security Management Pte Ltd (auxiliary police force), AETOS Guard Services (unarmed guards), AETOS Training Academy and AETOS Technology and Solutions.

From 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2019, the company was listed as a donor for Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay.{{cite web |url=https://www.esplanade.com/get-involved/support-us/sponsors-and-donors |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170331083634/https://www.esplanade.com/get-involved/support-us/sponsors-and-donors |archive-date=31 March 2017 |title=Arts Partner, Patron, Sponsors & Donors - Esplanade}}

The first general manager was Brig (r) Andrew Tan (2004–2005). He was followed by Kelvin Tan (2005–2008). This position was re-designated as executive director in 2008 when Chua Chin Kiat took over. James Tan Chan Seng, the former Commissioner of the Singapore Civil Defence Force, served as the CEO from 2011 to 2019.{{Cite web|url=http://www.aetos.com.sg/Corporate/Management-Team.asp|title=AETOS Management Team|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110614205648/http://www.aetos.com.sg/Corporate/Management-Team.asp |archive-date=14 June 2011 }}{{Cite web|url=https://www.aetos.com.sg/Newsroom/12/leadershiptransition|title=AETOS Leadership Transition|website=www.aetos.com.sg}}

On 27 March 2019, Alfred Fox was appointed CEO from 16 April 2019. Quek Poh Huat, who oversaw AETOS' formation when the PSA Corporation, ST Kinetics, and Changi International Airport Services auxiliary police forces were integrated, stepped down as chairman on the same date and was replaced by Chiang Chie Foo.

On 1 May 2024, Mr. Jerry See was appointed as its new Senior Executive Director. Mr. See succeeded Mr. Alfred Fox, who has assumed the role of Chief People and Culture Officer at SJ Group.

Prospective candidates must pass background checks before participating in a seven-week residential training programme.{{Cite web |url=https://www.asiaone.com/print/News/Latest%2BNews/Singapore/Story/A1Story20130130-398799.html |title=Keeping the borders safe |access-date=6 July 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190706041235/https://www.asiaone.com/print/News/Latest%2BNews/Singapore/Story/A1Story20130130-398799.html |archive-date=6 July 2019 |url-status=live }} Candidates with law enforcement experience participate in a three-week residential training programme.

Prospective AETOS recruits conducted shooting practice at the old Police Academy before the Jurong West office opened in 2018.

The team comprises officers from the police force, military, and public service entities. AETOS' armed and unarmed officers are deployed to secure Singapore's airports, ports, key and strategic installations, as well as regional and local businesses and events. They also provide security services for events such as the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown, Singapore Grand Prix, Singapore Airshow and the 2015 Southeast Asian Games.{{Cite web |url=https://www.aetos.com.sg/Infrastructure-Protection |title=Infrastructure Protection |access-date=6 July 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190706041035/https://www.aetos.com.sg/Infrastructure-Protection |archive-date=6 July 2019 |url-status=live }}

Some deployment sites of armed and unarmed AETOS Security professionals include:

• PSA Corporation
• Immigration & Checkpoints Authority
• Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay
• Singapore Cruise Centre{{Cite web|url=https://www.aetos.com.sg/Life-@-Aetos/12/Eagle-Eyed|title=Eagle-Eyed|website=www.aetos.com.sg}}
• Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal
• Police Cantonment Complex
• Singapore Changi Airport (providing part of the airside services)Khurana, page 274.
• Woodlands Checkpoint{{Cite report |url=https://www.lta.gov.sg/content/dam/ltaweb/corp/PublicationsResearch/files/AnnualReports/1415/LTA%20AR%2014-15%20RGB.pdf |title=Land Transport Authority Annual Report 2014/2015 |access-date=8 July 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160402084042/http://lta.gov.sg/content/dam/ltaweb/corp/PublicationsResearch/files/AnnualReports/1415/LTA%20AR%2014-15%20RGB.pdf |archive-date=2 April 2016 |url-status=live }}
• Jurong Island CheckpointFrontline Jul-Aug 2015 by Home Team, Stepping into a World of Difference, page 12.
• Tan Tock Seng Hospital{{Cite press release |url=https://www.aetos.com.sg/Newsroom/5/AETOS-Secures-Major-Hospital-Project |title=AETOS Secures Major Hospital Project |access-date=10 August 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190810134523/https://www.aetos.com.sg/Newsroom/5/AETOS-Secures-Major-Hospital-Project |archive-date=10 August 2019 |url-status=live }}
• Changi Prison{{Cite news |url=http://theindependent.sg/ex-editor-of-the-real-singapore-recounts-his-experience-in-lock-up-countering-han-hui-hui/ |title=Ex-editor of The Real Singapore recounts his experience in lock-up countering Han Hui Hui |access-date=6 July 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190706041034/http://theindependent.sg/ex-editor-of-the-real-singapore-recounts-his-experience-in-lock-up-countering-han-hui-hui/ |archive-date=6 July 2019 |url-status=live }}
• Institute of Mental Health (Singapore)

Major events secured by armed and unarmed AETOS Security professionals include:

• Marina Bay Countdown Celebration
• Chingay Parade{{Cite web |url=https://opengovsg.com/corporate/200208601N |title=AETOS SECURITY MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD. |access-date=6 July 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190706041035/https://opengovsg.com/corporate/200208601N |archive-date=6 July 2019 |url-status=live }}
• Singapore F1 Grand Prix
• IISS Forum{{Citation needed|date=June 2023}}
• Singapore Airshow
• SEA Games 2015
• Shangri-La Dialogue{{Cite web|url=https://www.aetos.com.sg/Newsroom/15/AETOS-stands-vigilant-at-the-Shangri-La-Dialogue|title=AETOS stands vigilant at the Shangri-La Dialogue|website=www.aetos.com.sg}}
• National Day Parade{{Cite web|url=https://www.aetos.com.sg/Newsroom/6/We-are-Singapore:-AETOS-at-National-Day-Parade-2018|title=We are Singapore: AETOS at National Day Parade 2018|website=www.aetos.com.sg}}

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When AETOS was incorporated on 1 April 2004, AETOS officers continued to wear uniforms worn by officers from the antecedent Auxiliary Police Forces, namely Port of Singapore Authority Police (PSAP), Singapore Technologies Kinetics Police (STKP) and Changi International Airport Services Police (CIASP).

Under governmental direction, the uniform was modified to include distinguishing features to differentiate them from the uniforms worn by officers of the Singapore Police Force. The new uniforms featured a new corporate color, tartan blue, and the material changed from pure polyester to poly viscose. New buttons and badges on the cap and collars incorporating AETOS's logo were used in place of logos similar to the Singapore Police Force.

Owing to their former affiliation with the Singapore Police Force, AETOS officers initially wore tartan blue uniforms similar in design to those of the SPF. This similarity, dating back to the formation of the antecedent auxiliary police forces (PSA Police in 1947, STK Police in 1967, and CIAS Police in 1981), meant the general public could often not distinguish AETOS officers from regular police officers without close scrutiny; the tartan top was the primary distinguishing feature.

As a result of several uniform reviews by the police and SIRD, Auxiliary Police Forces must wear uniforms with distinctive differences from those of their regular counterparts. AETOS retained the old metallic cap badges and collar lapels although they were replaced with embroidered versions in the SPF. AETOS officers may also wear box caps, depending on operational requirements.

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• {{Cite book |last=Khurana |first=K.C. |date=2009-12-31| title=Aviation Management: Global Perspectives|publisher=Global India Publications |location=New Delhi, India |isbn=978-9380228396}}

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