Milestones

2007

ST Electronics (Info-Comm Systems) wins S$60m contract for Integrated Traffic Management and Security Systems in Saudi Arabia
ST Electronics divests shares in associated company InfoWave Pte Ltd
ST Electronics(Info-Comm Systems) awarded S$7.8m contract from Singapore Police Force for forward command vehicles
ST Electronics was awarded the Minister for Defence Award, the highest accolade of the 2007 Total Defence Awards
Fleet Management Solution from ST Electronics (Info-Comm System) and ComfortDelGro wins IES Prestigious Engineering Achievement Awards 2007
ST Electronics To Swap Shares In Sino Stride Technology (Holdings) Limited For Shares In Shougang Concord Technology Holdings
Tech industry veteran Mary Cotton appointed CEO of iDirect (US)
ST Electronics divests shares in associated company, ECS Holdings Limited
ST Electronics (Digital Media) launches animation studio, IVLab Studios
Intelsat selects iDirect for Network Broadband GLOBAL maritime service, providing maritime industry and oilfield service providers with universal voice and data connectivity regardless of geographic location or network infrastructure.
iDirect sets up wholly-owned subsidiary, iDirect Government Technologies, Inc. (iGT) in the US to expand government business.
ST Electronics awarded S$3.8m contracts from the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore for state-of-the-art Vessel Traffic Radars and comprehensive maintenance of its Vessel Traffic Information System
ST Electronics launches Smallest 1.2m Maritime VSAT Antenna @ CommunicAsia 2007
ST Electronics to supply S$7.5m Integrated Security System for Festival Waterfront Centre in Dubai Festival City
iDirect appoints Mr Yoel Gat as independent director and announces management changes
Housing Development Board of Singapore awards ST Electronics (Info-Software Systems) project to provide systems for management of RFID tags for season parking
ST Electronics wins $123m MRT project from Marubeni Corporation for turnkey integrated solutions for a commuter rail project in Istanbul, Turkey.
ST Electronics And Corus Entertainment To Co-Produce A Series Of Animated DTV Titles
ST Electronics (InfoSoft Systems) sells its stake in Sandz Solutions, Sandz ceases to be an associated company
ST Electronics’ subsidiary, STELOP, awarded MINDEF contract to supply thermal weapon sights and an electro-optics maintenance contract
ST Electronics’ SuperneT™ Radio Gateway ST2860 wins CRP2007 Product Trophy in France
ST Electronics Showcases its Mobile Command & Communication Centre @ GSA 2007
ST Electronics acquires remaining stake in Ripple Systems – it becomes a wholly-owned subsidiary
ST Electronics Wins S$68.5m MRT contract for Taiwan’s Taoyuan International Airport
ST Electronics awarded $255m shared services contract from MINDEF and incorporates new subsidiary to focus on e-Government services
Botswana Government commissions e-Government Crime And Criminal Recording System implemented by ST Electronics
ST Electronics renames its subsidiaries to strengthen market branding – these are DigiSAFE Pte Ltd renamed ST Electronics (Info-Security) Pte Ltd; Interactive Visual Laboratory Pte Ltd renamed ST Electronics (Digital Media) Pte Ltd and Xinke Information Systems Ltd renamed ST Electronics (Software Services) Limited.

2006

ST Electronics wins S$24.6m Guangzhou MRT project to provide Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) systems for Guangzhou Metro Line 2 and 8 extensions and Line 4 North extension in Guangzhou, China
ST Electronics (Info-Software Systems) divested its entire 22.66% equity stake in Green Dot Internet Services Pte Ltd (GDIS) to Singapore Computer Systems Ltd (SCS)
ST Electronics (Info-Comm Systems) was awarded Cisco Systems' prestigious Gold Partner Certification and Best Customer Satisfaction Achievement Award 2006.
ST Electronics’ Battlefield Management System (BMS) launched on latest Bionix Boosts SAF’s 3rd Generation Networked Capability. The BXII is networked with the rest of the fighting forces through a BMS this provides an integrated situation awareness picture, collaborative planning tools and knowledge-based command and control (C2) for ground commanders to make responsive decisions and exercise highly effective C2 over operations in a fast-moving battlefield.
ST Engineering grows electronics business in the US through US$20m acquisition of MÄK Technologies, Inc. MÄK is a world leader in simulation software to link, simulate and visualise the virtual worlds in a networked synthetic environment.
iDirect sets up subsidiary in Singapore to support the Asia-Pacific region's growing satellite-based broadband IP solutions market.
ST Electronics supplies state-of-the-art Combat Simulator to the Republic Of Singapore Air Force. The AMT is a multi-role combat simulator that allows RSAF pilots to train, operate and fight as an integrated force.
iDirect to provide Satellite-Based Broadband Platform to Farmacias Similares in Latin America
Singapore Prison Service awards ST Electronics $4m contract for network infrastructure for Singapore Prison Service’s new Changi Prison Complex (CPC) Cluster B.
ST Electronics' subsidiary, STELOP wins S$11.8m electro-optics project for police coast guard vessels (Singapore)
ST Electronics awarded a contract for its satellite solution by SingTel’s newly launched satellite communication solutions for the Asian market.
ST Electronics (Info-Software Systems) awarded a contract to provide an Information Sharing Network System for The Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia (ReCAAP) Information Sharing Centre. The ReCAAP is hosted by Singapore
ST Electronics Increases Shareholding In and Acquires Transys Pte Ltd As Wholly-owned subsidiary
ST Electronics leads Singapore companies in a consortium formed to pursue infrastructural projects in the Middle East.
ST Electronics' subsidiary, Chartered Electro-Optics Pte Ltd changes its name to STELOP Pte Ltd
ST Electronics won an approximately RMB 78.56 (about S$15.90m) mass transit system contract in Beijing, People’s Republic of China to provide an Integrated Traffic Command Centre System for the rapidly growing Beijing mass transit network
ST Electronics Invests In E-Training Company, Brightspot Interactive Learning Pte Ltd (BIL) To Tap China Market
ST Electronics Awarded $13.6 Million Contract By Comfort Transportation For New GPRS-Based In-Vehicle Taxi Telematics System
ST Electronics Acquires 70% Equity in PM-B Pte Ltd
ST Electronics launches Integrated Combat Management System (ICOMS) @ Asian Aerospace 2006
ST Electronics signs MOU with Tata Consultancy Services to Work Together to Deliver Advanced IT Solutions to the Asia Pacific Region
ST Electronics' new subsidiary, STELCOMMS Pte Ltd to Focus on Communication Systems for Homeland Security Agencies

2005

ST Electronics' Automatic Fare Collection System Commissioned by Guangzhou Metro in Guangzhou, China
ST Electronics Wins $2.3m Homeland Security Consultancy Contract In Qatar
ST Electronics acquires iDirect Inc in the US and together with it solutions offered by its subsidiary, ST Electronics (Satcom & Sensor Systems), it now offers end-to-end satcom communications solutions
Nelvana Limited, together with ST Electronics and the Media Development Authority (MDA) of Singapore, jointly announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding to produce and launch 10 direct-to-video and three animated series.
ST Electronics forms new subsidiary, STET Maritime Bureau Pte Ltd to provide Maritime Commercial Survey and Consultancy Services
ST Electronics renames its subsidiaries to Strengthen its Market Positioning
ST Electronics launched the miniV, the world's smallest VSAT of its class at Global Security Asia 2005
ST Electronics Awarded US$5.3 million contract for Maldives Government Infocommunication Network
ST Electronics acquires 50.05% shares in Chartered Electro-Optics (renamed STELOP Pte Ltd in March 2006)
ST Electronics wins further order to Supply MMDS to Mexico
ST Electronics implements e-Government Solutions in Botswana, two projects comprising Pay As You Earn (PAYE) and Other Withholding Taxes (OWHT) System for the Botswana Unified Revenue Services (BURS) and a Project Crime and Criminal Recording Systems (CCRS) Phase 1.
ST Electronics made a breakthrough into the Thai rail market. It was awarded a S$7.62 million contract by Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company Limited (BTSC) to design, supply, deliver and commission an upgraded Automatic Fare Collection System
Awarded a S$3.5-million contract by the Maritime Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) to design, develop and implement a new Harbour Craft Transponder System (HARTS) for the identification and monitoring of all licensed harbour and pleasure crafts by MPA and the security agencies.

2004

ST Electronics aquires 21.35% equity in ECS Holdings Limited
ST Electronics, CEO and DSTA wins US Tech Museum Award (Health category) for adapting military technology in creative way to develop the Infrared Fever Screening System
ST Electronics awarded S$163 million contract in Thailand to provide country-wide Automotive Telematics System in Thailand
ST Electronics wins contract for MRT / MCT Lines in Taipei
SES Systems Pte Ltd (SES Systems) invests in Sandz Solutions (Singapore) Pte Ltd (Sandz)
ST Electronics secures S$11 million Mexican Order
Agilis awarded S$4.8 million contract for commercial satellite broadband solution
ST Engineering appoints Deputy CEOs
Dissolution of US subsidiary, DigiSAFE Inc
ST Electronics wins Guangzhou MRT Line 4 Contract
ST Electronics sets up new subsidiary, Prescient Systems & Technologies Pte Ltd
ST Electronics increases presence in China through joint venture with Pacific City International Group

2003

CET invests in iWOW Technology Pte Ltd, a leading mobile wireless technology company
CET invests NZS$1.2 million in Cadmus
ST Electronics Awarded S$23 million contract by Citycab
SES Systems sets up new joint venture company, INFA Systems Limited in Hong Kong
Agilis Communication Technologies signs an agreement with Telechoice International Pte Ltd to acquire its wholly-owned subsidiary, Sichuan Telechoice Pte Ltd, now known as ST Electronics (Sichuan) Co Ltd
ST Electronics/Agilis invests in VSAT systems company in PolarSat, a company based in Canada
Singapore Engineering Software Pte Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ST Electronics, changes its name to SES Systems Pte Ltd
ST Electronics awarded S$81 million contract for Kaohsiung rail project

2002

Mobile Payment launched by MSPS, ST Electronics led consortium
ST Electronics awarded S$50 million contract by Kaohsiung Rapid Transit Corporation
ST Electronics strengthens wireless communications capability through investment in RF Korea Inc.
ST Training & Simulation establishes a new subsidiary, ST Education & Training Pte Ltd (STET)
TranSys secures S$22.5 million contract for maintenance of Fare Collection Systems at SBS Transit Train Stations
Joint venture between CET Technologies, Melodeon and Trek 2000 International
ST Electronics wins Singapore contract for new initiative in Intelligent Transport Systems
ST Electronics wins Mexican deal from MVS Multivision
ST Electronics announces investment in Mobile Solutions and Payment Services Pte Ltd with Green Dot Payment Services Pte Ltd, Citicorp Investment Bank and Gajillion LLC
ST Electronics awarded Communication System contract by Taipei Rail Transit Corporation
ST Training & Simulation sets up new consultancy, ST Education & Training Pte Ltd for Consultancy and Training Management
ST Electronics S$192 million contract for extension of Railway Systems for Circle Line
ST Electronics acquires Ripple Systems Pty Ltd, based in Perth, Australia
CET Technologies forms a joint venture, Infowave Pte Ltd
Agilis Communication Technologies sets up a service centre in Bangalore, India

2001

ST Electronics announces investment in WizVision as part of its end-to-end Mobile Commerce Initiative
Singapore Technologies Consortium awarded IDA’s call for collaboration on Mobile Payment Solutions
ST Electronics and its Mexican partner, Grupo Ferrominero (Ferrominero), SA de CV, based in Monterrey, Mexico set up a joint venture, GFM Electronics
Joint venture between ST Electronics and TerraForce Technology
ST Electronics announces investment in mPayment Pte Ltd as part of its End-to-End mobile commerce initiatives
SGI and SES Systems establish first ever Linux Knowledge Centre in Singapore
ST Electronics secures Extension of Railway Systems Contract for Stage 2 of Circle Line
SES Systems wins S$56 million Third Generation Mobilising System Contract for Hong Kong Fire Services Department
ST Electronics awarded US$23 million contract for Manila LRT to provide Telecommunications & Fare Collection Systems
ST Electronics wins contract to supply the Junction Electronic Eyes System in Singapore

2000

ST Electronics wins Systems Contract for Marina Line
ST Electronics and SMRT Engineering Pte Ltd set up a joint venture company, Transys Pte Ltd, to provide Intelligent Rail System Solutions to the region
ST Electronics (Taiwan) Limited wins NT$225 million contract to supply Communications System for the Taipei Metropolitan Area Tucheng MRT Line extension
ST Electronics wins contract to supply Traffic Control Management System for Suzhou City, China
GFM Electronics : A joint venture between ST Electronics and Grupo Ferrominero, S.A. de C.V. in Monterrey, Mexico
ST Electronics (Taiwan) Limited is incorporated
ST Electronics sets up its Hong Kong office
ST Electronics sets up an Offshore Development Centre in Shanghai

1999

ST Electronics' five main operating businesses are re-organised into three core business groupings - the Large-Scale Systems Group, Software Systems Group and the Communication & Sensor Systems Group
CET Technologies sets up wholly-owned subsidiary, DigiSAFE Pte Ltd

1998

Shanghai subsidiary ST Electronics (Shanghai) Co. Ltd is set up
Merger of iTS Technologies and ST Simulation Systems Pte Ltd. The new company, ST Simulation & Training, becomes a wholly-owned subsidiary of ST Electronics
ST LogiTrack Pte Ltd, a joint venture between ST Electronics and Singapore Technologies Logistics Pte Ltd is created
ST Electronics delivers the most Advanced Expressway Monitoring System (EMAS) to the Land Transport Authority of Singapore

1997

ST Electronics acquires the businesses of Agilis Communication Technologies Pte Ltd (ACT), CET Technologies Pte Ltd (CET), then known as CEI Technologies Pte Ltd, Singapore Engineering Software Pte Ltd (SES) and ST Training & Simulation Pte Ltd, then known as ST Simulation Systems Pte Ltd
ST Electronics comes under the umbrella of Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd (ST Engineering), an amalgamated engineering arm of the Singapore Technologies Group. ST Engineering is the largest engineering company on the Singapore Exchange

1991

Asia-Pacific Training and Simulation (APTS) is set up, together with its joint venture partners British Aerospace and Singapore British Engineering
ST Electronics shares are listed on the Singapore Exchange. The initial shares offered for sale by ST Electronics are oversubscribed 188 times

1989

Singapore Technologies Holdings is restructured. ST Electronics is transferred from Aerospace to the industrial sector of Singapore Technologies (formerly Sheng-Li) under STIC

1986

ST Electronics moves full scale into proprietary products development, resulting in the set up of the Product Development Department
The need to develop more engineering depth particularly in the field of software development for real-time command and control systems sees the formation of Singapore Engineering Software Pte Ltd with Ericsson Radio System AB of Sweden

1984

Re-locates head office from Sembawang to the present Ang Mo Kio premises
ST Electronics is re-organised into five divisions: Radar Systems, Engineering Software, Communications Systems, Industrial Systems and Marketing. This achieves better technological focus and depth in each of the operating divisions

1980

The System Division at Sheng-Li house, Chin Swee Road is set up, with workshops remaining in Sembawang

1978

The Engineering Department is set up

1976

The Maintenance Operations Division is launched

1975

Industrial Instrumentation work begins

1974

Launch of the General Engineering Division

1973

Set-up of the Aircraft Instruments Department

1971

Moves into aviation electronics with the set up of the Avionics Department

1969

Singapore Technologies Electronics Limited (ST Electronics), then known as Singapore Electronic & Engineering Pte Ltd (SEEL) is established as a Company. With Philips Industries of Australia as managing agents, the company starts operations with about 220 local staff and a dozen UK civilians and naval experts
Commences operation at the British Royal Naval Dockyard in Sembawang, formerly known as the Weapons and Radio Organisation. ST Electronics is mainly involved in the maintenance of electronic equipment