Mr Png Cheong Boon, Chairman of the Singapore Economic Development Board, said, “Sir James Dyson has made remarkable contributions to Singapore’s economy. Under his leadership, Dyson set up its global headquarters and lead manufacturing site here, strengthening Singapore’s competitiveness as a hub for innovation, advanced manufacturing and supply chain. Dyson’s investments have created exciting job opportunities for Singaporeans in fields such as robotics, research and development, and product design. Sir James has also contributed generously to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education in Singapore, empowering bright young minds to gain vital skills in problem solving, so they can be the design engineers and inventors of the future. I congratulate Sir James on his award, and we look forward to deepening our partnership with Sir James and Dyson for many years to come.”

About the Award

Initiated by EDB in 1998, the Public Service Star (Distinguished Friends of Singapore) recognises senior executives for their outstanding contributions to the economic growth of Singapore. 47 EDB-nominated senior business executives have been conferred the Public Service Star (Distinguished Friends of Singapore) between 1998 to 2022.