SIA Engineering appoints former Tuas Power chief as independent director

SIA Engineering has appointed Lim Kong Puay, the former chief executive of Tuas Power, as independent non-executive director and a member of the board safety and risk committee.

The appointment commences on Aug 1. Mr Lim, 65, has more than 35 years of experience in Singapore's electricity industry that covers operations, maintenance and management of large-scale steam turbine generators and combined cycle plants.

"Mr Lim's experience...will enhance the core competencies of the current board and the company's culture of safety, risk and operational excellence," the board said on Wednesday evening.

Shares of SIA Engineering closed flat at S$2.10 on Wednesday.