Keppel Ltd., a leading global asset manager and operator, has been honored as the winner of both the Singapore Corporate Governance Award 2024 (Big Cap) and the Singapore Corporate Sustainability Award 2024 (Big Cap) at the SIAS Investors’ Choice Awards 2024.
Additionally, Keppel REIT was recognized as the winner of the Singapore Corporate Governance Award 2024 (REITs & Business Trusts).
These prestigious awards are based on a comprehensive scorecard and methodology developed by SIAS in collaboration with the NUS School of Business, the Centre for Governance and Sustainability, and its industry partners. They assess companies on sustainability, governance, transparency, and communication practices to benefit investors. The Singapore Corporate Governance Award acknowledges companies that demonstrate exemplary corporate governance practices, while the Singapore Corporate Sustainability Award celebrates those with strong ESG sustainability disclosures and reporting.
Mr. Kevin Chng, CFO of Keppel Ltd., expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating, “Keppel is deeply honored to receive the Singapore Corporate Governance Award and Singapore Corporate Sustainability Award. These awards validate our Board and management’s ongoing commitment to enhancing corporate governance and sustainability. As a global asset manager and operator, we take our fiduciary duty seriously and remain focused on creating long-term value for our investors, customers, and stakeholders.”
Mr. Koh Wee Lih, CEO of Keppel REIT Management Limited, also expressed pride in the REIT’s achievement, saying, “Keppel REIT is proud to be recognized with the Singapore Corporate Governance Award for REITs & Business Trusts. This award reflects the dedication of our teams in maintaining high governance standards while delivering value to our stakeholders. We thank SIAS for their continued trust and recognition.”
SIAS Founder, President & CEO, Mr. David Gerald, congratulated both companies, saying, “We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Keppel Ltd. and Keppel REIT for their well-deserved wins. Keppel’s unwavering commitment to transparency, ethical leadership, and sustainability has been inspiring, and it is commendable to see them recognized again this year for their impact as a global asset manager and operator.
About Keppel Ltd.
Keppel Ltd. (SGX: BN4) is a global asset manager and operator with strong expertise in sustainability-related solutions spanning the areas of infrastructure, real estate, and connectivity. Headquartered in Singapore, Keppel operates in more than 20 countries worldwide, providing critical infrastructure and services for renewables, clean energy, decarbonization, sustainable urban renewal, and digital connectivity. Keppel creates value for investors and stakeholders through its quality investment platforms and diverse asset portfolios, including private funds and listed real estate and business trusts.
About Keppel REIT
Listed by way of an introduction on 28 April 2006, Keppel REIT is one of Asia’s leading real estate investment trusts with a portfolio of prime commercial assets in Asia Pacific’s key business districts.
Keppel REIT’s objective is to generate stable income and sustainable long-term total return for its Unitholders by owning and investing in a portfolio of quality income-producing commercial real estate and real estate-related assets in Asia Pacific.
Keppel REIT has a portfolio value of over $9 billion, comprising properties in Singapore; the key Australian cities of Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth; Seoul, South Korea; as well as Tokyo, Japan.
Keppel REIT is managed by Keppel REIT Management Limited and sponsored by Keppel, a global asset manager and operator with strong expertise in sustainability-related solutions spanning the areas of infrastructure, real estate, and connectivity.
