The renowned Surbana Jurong Group has recently announced the appointment of Professor Cheong Koon Hean to its board of directors. This move, outlined in a press release on January 6th, is aimed at enhancing the company’s capability in providing innovative, strong and eco-friendly solutions for the built environment.
With a vast wealth of experience and knowledge in the industry, Cheong brings valuable insights to the board of directors. She previously held the position of CEO at HDB from 2010 to 2020, and prior to that, she served as CEO of URA from 2004 to 2010. Notably, Cheong also currently holds the position of Chair at the Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities, as well as Professor of Practice at the Singapore University of Technology and Design. She is also the Chair of the Centre for Liveable Cities Advisory Panel under the Ministry of National Development.
Furthermore, Cheong is also involved in other key roles in Singapore’s academic and corporate landscape. She serves on the boards of the National University of Singapore and CapitaLand Group, and is Singapore’s non-resident ambassador to Finland.
In light of the increasing focus on sustainable and smart buildings for the future, Cheong’s appointment is timely and significant. With her expertise and leadership, Surbana Jurong is well-positioned to continue delivering cutting-edge solutions that are both environmentally friendly and resilient.