The Public Service Star medal is awarded to a person who has rendered valuable public service to the people of Singapore, or who has distinguished himself in the field of arts and letters, sports, the sciences, business, the professions, and the labor movement. Congratulations to PUB Board Member, Abu Bakar Bin Mohd Nor who was awarded the Public Service Star medal at this year's National Day. Over the last 5 years, Abu Bakar has served with distinction as a Board Member of PUB as well as Chairman of both the Finance & Investment and Health & Safety Board Committees. As Chairman of the Board Finance & Investment Committee since 1 April 2019, one of Abu Bakar's key contributions is guiding the management in developing strategies and framework for the utilization of funds including management of risks. On Health & Safety, he has provided expert guidance and inspired an overall healthier and safer workplace environment. Abu Bakar spearheaded PUB's 2020 Health and Safety Excellence (HSE) initiative, which engendered workplace safety and health enhancements. Some of these initiatives include the formation of a Workplace Safety Council and a Construction Safety Watch group. He also helped establish a Safety Advisory Panel to facilitate regular, independent strategic reviews of PUB's safety and business operations. These efforts have resulted in fewer accidents in recent years and foster an enhanced safety, health and well-being culture in PUB. He continues to heavily champion PUB's pursuit for Vizion Zero (accidents) and pushes for HSE 2028, a health and safety excellence campaign.