Francis Wong, Group CEO and President

Mr. Francis Wong joined Swiber in 2005 and was appointed to the Board of Directors in the same year. As the Group CEO and President of Swiber, Mr. Wong plays a key role in charting Swiber’s corporate and strategic directions and steering its operations. With his strong financial background, Mr. Wong has been critical in putting in place strong financial controls for the Group to support its rapid expansion geographically and into new business operations. In support of the Group’s investments, he also sits on the Board of Kreuz Holdings Limited as a Non-Executive Director. Active in his professional field, Mr. Wong is a fellow certified practicing accountant of CPA Australia and a fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators. He is also a chartered accountant certified by the Malaysian Institute of Accountants and the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants.

 

Leonard Tay, VP and Group CFO

Mr. Leonard Tay, who was an Independent Director and Audit Committee Chairman on the Board of Swiber since 2006, took on the role of Vice President (VP) and Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in 2009. He is deeply involved in the strategic planning and management of the Group’s financial directives and fiscal policies. Mr. Tay has over a decade of financial management experience under his belt. Mr. Tay is a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Singapore, CPA Australia, and the Singapore Institute of Directors.

 

Deepak Kingsley, VP and General Counsel

Mr. Deepak Kingsley joined Swiber in 2008 as the General Counsel. In the role, Mr. Kingsley oversees the Group’s legal affairs and advises the Chairman and the management on such matters. Prior to joining Swiber, Mr. Kingsley was heading the Legal Department of Nippon Steel Engineering Co Ltd covering Southeast Asia. Mr. Kingsley has over 20 years of legal experience and has headed legal departments and been counsels to other large construction and engineering companies. Mr. Kingsley is a qualified Advocate in India and a Solicitor in Hong Kong. Mr. Kingsley holds a Bachelor of Laws degree and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from University of Madras.

 

Albert Lim, VP Human Resources, IT, and Administration

Mr. Albert Lim was appointed as VP for Human Resources, IT, and Administration in January 2011. Prior to his appointment in the Swiber Group, he has held various management roles in the financial services industry in Australia. Mr. Lim holds a Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science from the City University in London.