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Who is Tan Kean Hua, and what is his new role at IOI?
Tan Kean Hua was appointed Deputy Group Chief Executive Officer, effective July 5, 2024. He had been with the company since 2004 and previously served as Executive Director of IOI Oleochemical Industries Bhd in Prai, Penang. Before joining the group, he held a senior marketing position at an oleochemicals multinational company.
What responsibilities will Tan Kean Hua have as Deputy Group CEO?
In the new role, Tan will oversee the group’s resource-based manufacturing activities. The release lists oleochemicals, refineries, palm wood, Bunge Loders and joint ventures for paper pulp among the areas within his remit. It does not describe specific operational changes or targets associated with the appointment.
What are oleochemicals?
Oleochemicals are chemical substances made from natural fats and oils, including plant-based and animal sources. They can serve as ingredients or raw materials in products such as soaps, personal-care goods, lubricants and coatings. They are used in manufacturing as alternatives to, or alongside, chemicals derived from fossil resources.
July 5, 2024 -- IOI Corporation Bhd (IOI) announced the appointment of Mr Tan Kean Hua as our new Deputy Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective today.
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Mr Tan has been a key member of our company since 2004. He had previously been the Executive Director of IOI Oleochemical Industries Bhd located in Prai, Penang since 2011 and has made major contributions to our growth and success.
His leadership extends beyond our organisation, as evidenced by his past chairmanships of the ASEAN Oleochemical Manufacturers Group (AOMG) and Malaysian Oleochemical Manufacturers Group (MOMG), and his role as a board member of the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB).
In his new capacity as Deputy Group CEO, Mr Tan will oversee all resource-based manufacturing activities within the Group including oleochemials, refineries, palm wood, Bunge Loders and joint ventures for paper pulp.
Mr Tan holds a Master's in Executive Master of Business Administration from the University of Bath-Malaysian Institute of Management. He is also a Chartered Chemical Engineer (Fellow) by the Institution of Chemical Engineers, United Kingdom, as well as qualified as a Chartered Engineer by the Engineering Council of the United Kingdom.
Prior to joining IOI Group in 2004, Mr Tan had held a senior marketing position in an oleochemicals multinational company.
Let us extend our warmest congratulations to Mr Tan.
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