Singapore 1970 Satellite Earth Station

Singapore · 1970 · 15c

This stamp commemorates the opening of Singapore's first satellite earth station on Sentosa Island. The design features the large parabolic dish antenna of the station, pointed towards the sky, symbolizing Singapore's entry into the age of global satellite communications.

Issued in 1970, this stamp marks a significant milestone in Singapore's technological development, enabling direct, high-quality telecommunication links with the rest of the world and supporting its growth as a global business hub.