Issue 53

Thong Guan Industries Berhad : Making Plastic Sustainable

We unwrap the emergence of Thong Guan Industries Berhad as one of the largest stretch film manufacturers in Malaysia.

By Jack Salter

Suzlon Energy Australia : Powering a Greener Tomorrow

Suzlon Energy Australia (SEA) has been a breath of fresh air for the Australian wind energy market, as CEO, Tejjas Parmar, tells us.

Singapore Logistics Association (SLA) : Spotlight

We shine a light on the Singapore Logistics Association, and the strides still to be taken to secure relevance, sustainability and competitiveness for the logistics industry.

Sabah Ports : Gateway to the Far East

Port operations in the Malaysian state of Sabah have been managed by Sabah Ports Sdn Bhd (SPSB) since 2004. Datuk Ng Kiat Min, Group Managing Director of Suria Capital Holdings Berhad, delves deep into the success of the subsidiary and the wider state.

Pacific Towing : A New Age of Seafaring

With a legacy of excellence and reliability, Pacific Towing is Melanesia’s leading marine services business. General Manager Neil Papenfus discusses educating a future of maritime professionals for Papua New Guinea.

Merx Group : Inspiring Spaces 

Reflecting on 20 years in operation, we unpack the pursuit of excellence and performance in project management with CEO of Merx Group, William Forwood.

By Phoebe Harper Ryan Gray

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia : Redefining Mining

We speak to Eric Green, General Manager of Mining at Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia, about the company’s mission, values and business developments.

Goodpack : The Future of Goods Transport

Behind the wheel of a circular supply chain system, we speak to Eric Gregoire, CEO of Goodpack; the company representing resilience, efficiency and sustainability in global material transportation.

EGL – The Environmental Group Limited : Solutions for the Environment Economy 

Environmental Group Limited (EGL) is cleaning up Australia’s act in pollution and waste management. Driving the circular economy with solutions-based environmental services, CEO Jason Dixon tells us more.

Powering the Future of Business with AI

Paul Boyle, CEO at Retail Insight examines the need for effective integration and strategic investment in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI).  

By Paul Boyle

Luye Pharma : Mind Over Matter

Keeping Asia Pacific in good health, Andy Siow, Director for APAC at Luye Pharma, discusses addressing the mental health crisis and what makes the company a partner of choice. 

By Phoebe Harper

The New Economy

With a booming industry and growing population, Asia is waking up to the practical and environmental benefits of an advanced circular economic system. We take a look at the possibilities and realities of the economy transition.

By Marcus Kääpä

What or who has been a source of inspiration for you during your career?

We gave featured business leaders of issue 53 the final word in answering “What or who has been a source of inspiration for you during your career?”

By Editorial Team

Guanyu Zhou : Formula for Success

Guanyu Zhou is set to become Formula 1’s first ever Chinese driver, in the latest milestone for motorsport in the APAC region.

By Jack Salter