SINGAPORE – Genting Singapore stated on Sunday (May 1) that its president and chief working officer Tan Hee Teck has been appointed the corporate’s chief govt officer with quick impact.
He will concurrently stop to be president and COO of the corporate, roles he has served as since 2010, the on line casino and lodge operator stated in a submitting with the Singapore Exchange.
Genting Singapore, which runs Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), stated its nominating committee and board of administrators had assessed Mr Tan’s appointment as CEO and they had been happy that he had the {qualifications} and expertise for the function.
“The CEO is responsible for executing the board’s approved strategies, managing and developing Genting Singapore’s business, and providing leadership to the management team of the group to ensure effective day-to-day operational performance and organisational excellence,” the corporate stated.
Malaysian tycoon Lim Kok Thay, chairman of Genting Group, has been govt chairman of Genting Singapore since September 2005.
Mr Tan, 66, has been the CEO of RWS since 2007 and was chargeable for the profitable bidding of the built-in resort in 2006.
Genting Singapore stated in February that it’ll begin its $4.5 billion mega enlargement of RWS within the second quarter of this 12 months, with an preliminary $400 million funding.
The first section will contain increasing Universal Studios Singapore and the SEA Aquarium, and refurbishing three lodges and the Resorts World Convention Centre in anticipation of a restoration within the tourism and hospitality sectors.
Mr Tan joined the Genting Group in 1982. Through the years, he has held senior company and operational positions throughout the Genting group in lots of geographical areas.
Mr Tan additionally serves as a council member and honorary treasurer of the Singapore National Employers Federation, and a member of the Central Provident Fund board.
