
Col. Melvin Tan
Director, Changi Regional HADR Coordination Centre (RHCC)
COL Melvin attained his Honours in Bachelor of Engineering from Nanyang Technological University. His professional military trainings included graduating from the United States Marine Corps Expeditionary Warfare Course in Quantico, USA. He has also graduated from the Singapore Command and Staff Course as a Distinguished Graduate. COL Melvin continues exploring opportunities for Changi RHCC to collaborate with HADR-related organisations and militaries to strengthen resilience and build capacity in the region, provide better coordinated response to natural disasters and share timely crucial information. COL Melvin was awarded the SAF Tsunami Relief Operation 2004 Medal, Commendation Medal and Long Service Medal (Military).