Established in 1972, DSO National Laboratories (DSO) has evolved from a three-man laboratory into Singapore’s foremost applied R&D organisation with more than 900 research scientists and engineers under its wings.

Guided by our primary focus in defence R&D, we strive to enhance the military capability of Singapore by assimilating new technologies and generating indigenous ones to give the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) the decisive edge on the battlefield.

We also aspire to be a National Laboratory that stands ready to respond to the nation's defence and security needs. One of the competitive advantages of DSO today is that we have - within the same organisation - a potent mix of disciplines and expertise that is unique in Singapore and which we can quickly bring together to address national problems.

DSO’s achievements came about, not by chance but through sustained investment, sheer determination, passion, drive and perseverance. We have been, and will continue to be, committed to providing the best R&D value proposition possible to our customers and partners.