Corporate service providers

Warburg Pincus invests in corporate services firm Acclime, valuing it at US$1 billion

Founding management and group chief executive officer (CEO) Lennard Yong set up Ascentium in Singapore by leveraging support from his sponsors. He was drawn by the city's pro-business environment and strategic position amidst a shift of multinational headquarters to Asia.
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Local insights, targeted support: How this firm can help businesses scale in Asia thanks to co-founder’s mission

Ensuring continuity and support during critical periods, InCorp Singapore helps businesses navigate the complexities of shareholder meetings and regulatory requirements.
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Why businesses need corporate secretaries as strategic advisors

From left: Justin Lim, partner and Singapore head of outsourcing at Forvis Mazars and  One Tax CM’s managing director Lancaster Lee. Forvis Mazars and One Tax CM offer corporate secretarial services.

Nominee directors may seek higher fees under new laws, pinching corporate service providers’ margins

There are currently 2,900 corporate service providers registered with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority.

New laws ‘level playing field’ for corporate service providers, but could lead to industry consolidation

The introduction of steep penalties for non-compliance poses significant implications for business competitiveness, particularly for smaller firms concerned that compliance costs and financial risks may impact the viability of operations.
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Regulatory changes a catalyst for corporate service providers to raise their game