Learn about Ley Choon Group's history, vision, and leadership
Ley Choon Group Holdings Limited ("Ley Choon" or the "Group") is an established one-stop underground utilities infrastructure construction and road works service provider. Since our inception as Ley Choon Constructions and Engineering Pte Ltd in 1990, we have grown our spectrum of services to encompass:
As a one-stop underground utilities infrastructure construction service provider, our core strengths reside with our technical expertise in underground utilities infrastructure and the in-house supply of construction materials such as asphalt premix and recycled aggregates.
Ley Choon is one of the few asphalt plant operators in Singapore. Our asphalt plant is one of the largest in Singapore with production capacity of up to 400 tonnes per hour. The built-in recycling feature and the offering of various asphalt premix formulations to meet customer requirements provide us with a competitive advantage.
Our customers include Singapore government agencies such as Public Utilities Board (PUB) and Land Transport Authority (LTA), as well as reputable companies such as Changi Airport Group and SP Group.
As a L6-registered contractor (the highest grade) with the Building and Construction Authority (BCA), Ley Choon can tender for Singapore's public sector contracts of unlimited value in the categories of cable/pipe-laying and road reinstatement, essential construction materials and other basic construction materials. The Group is also an A1-registered contractor in the category of civil engineering (CWO2).
Leveraging on our expertise, the Group has been expanding overseas. The Group set up its first plant in China, engaging in the construction waste recycling and the development, production and sale of eco-green construction materials. Currently, the Group is undertaking a sewer pipeline rehabilitation project funded by Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Sri Lanka, and has since secured and completed a second project in FY2019.
Headquartered in Singapore with headcount of around 1000, we build our technology capabilities by investing in people, process and system optimization, such as the application of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and mobile CCTV monitoring system.
As a testament to our technological advantage and service quality, Ley Choon has been accredited with IMS-ISO 9001, BS-OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001 and Green And Gracious Builder Award.
Ley Choon was listed on the Main Board of Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (SGX-ST) in August 2012 via a reverse takeover of Ultro Technologies Limited and transferred to the Catalist Board on 22 February 2017.
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To be a leading one-stop regional service provider of Underground Infrastructure Construction, road and airfield construction and maintenance, asphalt premix production and construction waste recycling.
We aim to provide timely and reliable integrated solutions while building a strong team of in-house expertise and developing advanced machinery and technology to best serve the individual needs of our customers.
Commenced operations in pipe-laying business as a sub-contractor. Operating in small container office with a staff strength of 15.
Secured contracts from Public Utilities Board ("PUB") as a main contractor for pipe-laying. Relocated head office to 61 Senoko Drive.
Secured 1st NEWater contract from PUB. Ventured into cable laying business via acquisition of 100% stake in Teacly (S) Pte. Ltd.
Acquired 100% stake in Chin Kuan Engineering and Contractors Pte Ltd to speed up pipe-laying expansion business.
Teacly completed rehabilitation of approximately 100km of sewer pipeline network. Built first asphalt premix plant.
Awarded 1st two NIP (NEWater Infrastructure Plan) projects. Diversified to airfield maintenance and construction.
Secured first contract for resurfacing of taxiways from Changi Airport Group ("CAG"). Built construction waste recycling plant.
Ranked 9th among Enterprise 50 (E50) Award. Secured S$31.4m contract from CAG to construct airfield at Seletar Airport.
Awarded BCA's L6 contractor (highest grade), able to tender for Singapore public sector contracts of unlimited value.
Listed on the mainboard of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited on August 6. Built second asphalt premix plant with capacity of 400 tons per hour.
Winner of Singapore Corporate Awards (SCA) for Best Annual Report for first-year listed companies.
Ley Choon enters 3rd overseas market, Sri Lanka with S$38.2 million for rehabilitation of 10 km of sewer lines within Colombo Municipal Council Area.
Moved to newly constructed Corporate Head Quarters at No.3, Sungei Kadut Drive, Singapore.
Ley Choon Group Holdings Limited is the holding company with subsidiaries across Singapore, China, and Sri Lanka.
Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Mr Toh Choo Huat is the Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Ley Choon Group Holdings Limited. As one of the Group's founders, Mr Toh has played a pivotal role in the growth and development of the Group. He is responsible for the overall business development and general management of the Group. He also oversees the overall strategic directions and expansion plans for the growth and development of the Group.
Mr Toh has more than 20 years of experience in the business of Underground Utilities Infrastructure construction and maintenance, sewer pipeline rehabilitation, road and airfield construction and maintenance. Prior to the establishment of Ley Choon, Mr Toh worked as a maintenance technician in Fairchild Semiconductor Pte Ltd. In 1990, Mr Toh and his brothers incorporated Ley Choon Constructions and Engineering Pte Ltd.
Mr Toh holds a Diploma in Electrical & Electronic from Ngee Ann Technical College (in association with Central Polytechnic London).
Executive Director, Chief Financial Officer & Dy. Chief Executive Officer
Mr. R. Srinivasan has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer in Jan 2021, responsible for accounting, financial reporting, treasury, management accounting, corporate compliance, taxation and other related matters of the Group.
Mr. R. Srinivasan joined the Group in 2012 as Senior Assistant Financial Controller and he was subsequently promoted as Group Financial Controller in 2016. Prior to joining the Group, he was the Group Finance Manager of Ultro Technologies Ltd, which was taken over by Ley Choon Group in 2012 through Reverse Take Over, since 1997.
He has 25 years of diverse experience in accounting & finance which includes 15 years of experience in managerial and controller roles in financial reporting, corporate affairs & compliance, management accounting and tax planning in electronics components distribution, manufacturing, coal mining and construction industries.
Mr. Srinivasan graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce degree and is a Chartered Accountant of Singapore with the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants. He is also a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, UK.
Executive Director, Head-Tender, Contracts & Sales
Ms Reanne Toh is responsible for the overall execution of the contracts, driving sales revenue and formulating business/tender strategies of the Group where she is adept in building connections in the industry as well as managing clientele/supplier relationships.
Prior to this role, she oversaw the project management function of the Group which ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget and complies to the best safety and health standards. Before joining the Group, she worked as an Estimator in Melbourne, Australia and has since grown to love the challenges of adeptly developing and understanding market trends and intuitions on top of having to learn industry trade skills, and thereafter competitively bidding for contracts and successfully lands in project execution.
Ms Reanne Toh obtained her Bachelor in Property & Construction from the University of Melbourne in Australia, and is an Associate Member of the Singapore Institute of Arbitrators (ASIArb). She is also a member of the Singapore Institute of Directors (SID).
Lead Independent Director
William is Group CFO of SGX Mainboard-listed Tiong Woon Corporation Holding (SGX: BQM), and presently serves as member of the ACCA Singapore Member Network Panel. An MBA, qualified accountant and engineer by training, he was named Executive of the Year – Construction & Materials at the Singapore Business Review Management Excellence Awards 2016, for his role in the successful S$120m corporate restructuring exercise of a SGX-ListCo.
William possesses strong working knowledge of SGX Listing Requirements and Corporate Governance, having served as CFO in 4 SGX-listed groups in his 20 years of experience in SGX-listed manufacturing & precision engineering, construction & materials, heavy lift & haulage, marine transportation, equipment leasing & logistics, venture capital, private equity & property investments, leisure & hospitality, food & beverage environments, with diverse roles including full finance spectrum, corporate affairs, operations management, HR & administration, as well as Big Four audit experience spanning multi-industries.
Beginning his career in Liang Huat Aluminium (erstwhile SGX: 1C5), his previous roles include CFO of EnGro Corporation (SGX: S44), Assistant Vice President, Finance - Casino Accounting & Credit of Resorts World Sentosa (SGX: G13), CFO of Ley Choon Group Holdings (SGX: Q0X), CFO of Metal Component Engineering (SGX: 5DX) and auditor with KPMG.
A Chartered Accountant of Singapore and Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), UK, William graduated with Honours with a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) from National University of Singapore, holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied Accounting (First Class Honours) from Oxford Brookes University, UK and obtained his MBA from Manchester Business School, UK. He was also an ACCA Prize Winner and Top 30 Affiliate, and served as member of ACCA Singapore's SME Finance Transformation Sub-Committee.
Independent Director
Mr. Buhdy Bok is a seasoned leader with over 25 years of experience in the travel and tourism industry, spanning various sectors such as airlines, cruise lines, and attractions across Asia. He has held several key leadership positions throughout his career, significantly contributing to the growth and success of each organization he has been a part of.
Since 2018, Mr. Bok has served as the Managing Director of Mount Faber Leisure Group Pte. Ltd., one of Singapore's largest attraction companies. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing the company's overall operations and steering it through a period of transformation and growth.
Prior to his current role, Mr. Bok held several senior leadership positions in the travel and tourism industry. He served as Chief Commercial Officer at NokScoot Airlines, President of Carnival Asia at Carnival Corporation & PLC, and President of Costa Group Asia at Costa Crociere S.p.A., overseeing operations across Asia. Earlier in his career, he spent 15 years at Singapore Airlines, working in various roles from Finance to Planning, with overseas postings in China and Italy.
Mr. Bok's contributions to the industry have been recognized, including the Magnolia Silver Award in 2016 by the Shanghai Municipal People's Government for his contributions to Shanghai's economic construction, social development and international exchange. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy from Nanyang Technological University, a Bachelor's degree in Law from the University of London, and an MBA from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business in the USA. He brings extensive expertise and leadership experience to the board, contributing to the organization's strategic direction and governance.
Independent Director
Mr Chua Hock Thak was appointed as Independent Director of the Company on 2 Apr 18. He is also the Chairman of Nomination Committee and member of the Audit and Remuneration Committee.
Mr Chua has some 40 years of experience in the development of water infrastructure projects. He was with PUB, Singapore's National Water Agency, for 34 years holding various positions and was involved in the development of water infrastructures such as water and NEWater treatment works, water transmission and distribution pipelines, raw water and treated water reservoirs and barrage structures for raw water intakes.
Prior to that, He was with JKR Kelantan for 2 years and contractors for 4 years, during which he was involved in the development of rural water supply scheme in Kelantan.
Non-Executive Director
Mr Teo Ho Beng is presently the Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Hiap Hoe Group. Mr Teo has more than 38 years of experience in the construction and property industries, and over 23 years of experience in the leisure industry.
Mr Teo is responsible for the formulation of corporate strategies and policies for Hiap Hoe, and ensures their implementation by senior management at the operations level. Mr Teo also chairs the senior management meetings to monitor Hiap Hoe's performance, and oversees management, budgeting and forecasting procedures to ensure there is prudent financial management.
Advisor
Mr Toh Chew Leong is the Advisor of Ley Choon and is one of the founders of the Group. Mr Toh oversees the Group's asphalt premix plant and construction waste recycling plant and assists in the day to day operations of the Group's business in sewer pipeline rehabilitation and road resurfacing.
Advisor
Mr Toh Swee Kim is the Advisor of Ley Choon. He oversees all operations for its Underground Utilities Infrastructure construction and maintenance business, including deployment of resources, purchasing, equipment maintenance, and manpower and operations management of the Group.
Mr Toh has an extensive experience of more than 20 years in the Group's pipe and cable laying business. In the 1990s, Mr Toh joined Ley Choon Construction Engineering Co, the predecessor of LCCE, as an operations manager and he has been responsible for overseeing the day to day operations of the pipe laying and cable laying business.
Advisor
Mr Toh Chew Chai joined Ley Choon Group since its establishment. As the Group's Advisor, he oversees all operations for Underground Utilities Infrastructure construction and maintenance business, including deployment of resources, purchasing, equipment maintenance, and manpower and operations management of the Group.
Mr Toh has extensive experience of more than 20 years in the Group's business in pipes and cable laying. In 1990, Mr Toh joined Ley Choon Construction Engineering Co, the predecessor of LCCE, as an operations manager.
Chief Operating Officer
Mr Zhang Wei Qiang joined Ley Choon Group as a Project Manager in 2019 and has since taken on leadership roles across multiple key departments, including the Small Diameter Pipe Division, Gas Division, Fleet Department, Asphalt Plant, Milling & Patching Department, and the Group's Environment, Health & Safety function.
In April 2022, he was appointed General Manager for Sri Lanka at the height of the country's national economic crisis and recession, where he played a pivotal role in navigating operational challenges. Before joining Ley Choon, Mr Zhang served as a Project Manager at a well-established construction firm in Singapore for several years, where he managed both construction and coal mining operations across Singapore and the wider Asia region.
His broad experience in operations and support functions has been instrumental in restructuring Ley Choon's Supply Chain and establishing an Asset Management function, including the direct import of pipes and fittings from China under the Ley Choon brand.
Mr Zhang holds a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from China University of Mining and Technology (CUMT, 中国矿业大学), awarded in 2010. He went on to earn a Master's Degree in Applied Project Management from the University of Adelaide in 2016, and most recently completed the Global Master of Business Administration (GMBA) program at Alliance Manchester Business School in December 2024.
Head (Project Management Office, Big Pipe & Road Works)
Dr Ou Zhiyong has been appointed as the Head of Project Management Office, Big Pipe & Road Works Division in 2024, responsible for tendering of projects and overseeing all project executions, which includes big pipe and road work projects.
Dr Ou joined the Group in 2020 as Senior Project Manager. Prior to joining Ley Choon Group, Dr Ou worked as a consultant in the engineering field for 5 years and then as a manager for property developer for 3 years.
Dr Ou holds a Bachelor degree and a PhD degree from the National University of Singapore in Civil Engineering.
IT Director & Head of Fleet Department
Mr Toh Kai Hock joined the Group as IT Manager in 2011. His areas of responsibilities include all informational technology related matters and fleet management of the organisation.
Mr Toh graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) First Class Honours from National University of Singapore (NUS).
Director, Operations & HR
Mr Toh Kai Sheng, Adam joined the Group in 2009 as management executive, and has since worked under various departments within the group, including operations, finance, logistics, training centre and property development. He oversees Group HR and Administration, and assist the CEO/COO in overseeing Operation functions of the Group.
Mr Toh graduated from the Nanyang Technological University of Singapore with a Bachelor of Accountancy with First Class Honours and second specialisation in Banking and Finance. He also holds a Diploma in Management Accounting from Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, and is a Chartered Accountant of Singapore.
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