Han Eng Juan
Han Eng Juan | |
|---|---|
| Native name | 韩瑛元 |
| Born | 1955 (age 68–69)[1] |
| Allegiance |  Singapore |
| Service |  Singapore Army |
| Years of service | 1973–1998 |
| Rank | Major-General |
| Awards | See awards and decorations |
Han Eng Juan PPA(E) PPA(P) PP PBS is a Singaporean former civil servant and former major-general who served as Chief of Army from 1995 to 1998.[2][3]
Upon leaving army in June 1998, Han was appointed as the chief executive officer of the Land Transport Authority till July 2003.[4][5]
Education
[edit]Han was awarded a Singapore Armed Forces Overseas Scholarship in 1973 and graduated with a Master of Science.[6][7][8]
Military career
[edit]In 1973, Han enlisted in the SAF, and served as a armour officer in the Singapore Army. During his career in the army, Han held various commands such as Head, Training Development Branch; Commanding Officer, 46 Singapore Armoured Regiment; Commander, Singapore Armoured Brigade; Chief Armour Officer, Commander, 3rd Division; Assistant Chief of General Staff (Personnel), Assistant Chief of General Staff (Training) and Chief of Staff (General Staff).[9][10][11]
Han was promoted from the rank of major to lieutenant-colonel in 1984 and to the rank of brigadier-general in 1993.[10][12]
On 1 May 1995, Han succeeded Lim Neo Chian as the Chief of Army.[8][13][14] Under his leadership, the operational readiness of the army was enhanced, through the acquisition and production of the BIONIX AFV and upgrading of the Ultra M113.[9] Land exercises between Singapore and Malaysia were also upgraded in scale to accommodate a more realistic training for both armies.[15] In 1995, Han led the first SAF delegation to Vietnam, aimed to build mutual understanding and cooperation between both countries and the region, and in 1997, he officiated the first bilateral exercise between armies from Singapore and Thailand.[16][17]
On 1 July 1996, Han was promoted from the rank of brigadier-general to major-general.[18]
During his term in the military, Han also served as a board member of the Mass Rapid Transit Corporation and the Economic Development Board.[19][20]
On 30 June 1998, Han left the military and was succeeded by Lim Chuan Poh.[9][21]
Post-military career
[edit]After leaving the army, Han joined the Land Transport Authority as its chief executive officer.[9][22]
On 28 August 1998, when the Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) was still in its testing phase, 1,562 motorists were charged erroneously, ranging from S$0.5 to S$3. Han apologised for error, and announced that a S$10 CashCard will be sent to all motorists involved as a goodwill gesture.[23] Under his leadership, new ERP gantries were constructed and changes to the ERP timing and charges were adjusted to optimise traffic and road usage.[24][25][26]
On 15 July 2003, Han retired from the public service.[4][5]
Personal life
[edit]Han is married with one child.[27]
Awards and decorations
[edit]
Public Administration Medal (Military) (Gold), in 1996.[28]
Public Administration Medal (Military) (Silver), in 1988.[29][30]
Commendation Medal (Military) (Gold), in 1983.[31]
Long Service Medal, in 1998.[32]
Singapore Armed Forces Long Service and Good Conduct (20 Years) Medal
Singapore Armed Forces Long Service and Good Conduct (10 Years) Medal
Singapore Armed Forces Good Service Medal
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- ^ "Some SAF Overseas scholars and where they are today". The Straits Times. 21 September 1990. p. 23. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
- ^ a b 张, 明亮 (19 January 1995). "武装部队高级领导层人事变动 黄维彬将转任公积金局副主席马士强7月起接任三军总长". Lianhe Zaobao. p. 3. Retrieved 23 October 2024.
- ^ a b c d "Change of Command for the Chief of Army and the Chief of Air Force" (PDF). www.nas.gov.sg. 30 June 1998. Retrieved 18 October 2024.
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- ^ Mathew, Pereira (2 April 1995). "Systematic renewal of top brass vital for SAF: Lt-Gen Ng". The Straits Times. p. 26. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
- ^ Jimmy, Yap (7 July 1995). "Joint exercise upgrading to be staggered". The Straits Times. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
- ^ "Chief of Army leads first SAF delegation to Vietnam for visit". The Straits Times. 15 July 1995. p. 29. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
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- ^ Karamjit, Kaur (29 August 1998). "Motorists charged in ERP slip-up". The Straits Times. p. 3. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
- ^ Marissa, Chew (21 April 1999). "Seven more ERP gantries to go up in September". The Business Times. p. 6. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
- ^ Karamjit, Kaur (10 September 1998). "Changes to rates for ERP likely". The Straits Times. p. 3.
- ^ Eugene, Low (10 September 1998). "ERP system has done very well and will benefit economy: Mah". The Business Times. p. 4. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
- ^ "Dad headed army but son prefers navy". The Straits Times. 20 August 2003. p. 6. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
- ^ "Public Service Star for 30 people". The Straits Times. 9 August 1996. p. 43. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
- ^ "A proud moment for award recipients". The Straits Times. 9 August 1988. p. 13. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
- ^ "National Day Honours List". The Straits Times. 9 August 1988. p. 13. Retrieved 26 October 2024.
- ^ "696 in the National Day awards list". The Straits Times. 8 September 1983. p. 9. Retrieved 19 October 2024.
- ^ "PMO | Recipients". Prime Minister's Office. 22 November 2021. Retrieved 18 October 2024.