Singapore Corporate Awards 2023

30 companies, 6 business leaders honoured at 18th Singapore Corporate Awards

TOP companies received accolades at the Singapore Corporate Awards (SCA) 2023 on Thursday (Sep 7) for their work in corporate governance and sustaining shareholder returns.

CDL's Yiong Yim Ming says disruptions to the financial landscape are changing how companies and investors look at numbers and financial stewardship.

CFOs come to the fore in financial crunch times

In times of extreme market volatility and uncertainty, such as the current global macroeconomic climate, the prime number crunchers are thrust into the limelight

SID chair Wong Su-Yen says rapid technological advancements, environmental crises, geopolitical tensions and shifting workforce dynamics have painted a picture of an ever-changing landscape that directors must navigate.

Championing good governance

In the face of myriad challenges, good governance is our lifeline

The Business Times speaks to the boards of the nine companies that have garnered the awards for Best Risk Management at the Singapore Corporate Awards 2023.
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Managing risks amid heightened uncertainty, macroeconomic challenges

Hear from boards of companies that have successfully navigated risks and challenges during a tough period

Black swan events – or unknown unknowns – are potentially catastrophic events that are rare, impossible to predict and outside our control.
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Resilience in today’s zoo of risks

Board support and oversight will be critical as companies prepare for risks in all forms to stay resilient for the long term

From left: Wong Kan Seng, chairman, UOB; Danny Teoh, chairman, Keppel Corporation; Rolando C Gapud, executive chairman, Del Monte Pacific; and Michael Lau, chairman, Sing Investments & Finance.
BEST MANAGED BOARD (GOLD) 2023

Developing policies to upkeep good corporate governance

BOARDS of directors play a key role in ensuring transparency, accountability, performance orientation, good processes and practices in companies.

Jardine C&C's Benjamin Birks says the Covid-19 pandemic was one of the most defining challenges he has encountered in his stint as group CEO.
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Leading the way to overcome adversities and forge ahead

Winners of the Best CEO awards reveal the secrets to their success: their staff

Recent court and enforcement cases highlight the importance for directors to be vigilant and diligent.
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Board directors must stay true to duties, responsibilities amid challenges

Boards would be better off leading sustainability efforts rather than waiting for compliance metrics to be legislated

It is vital for companies to provide transparent information that offers perspective in their annual reports, says Dr Hanny Kusnadi.
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What makes a good annual report?

AS A university professor, I am privileged to be constantly surrounded by inquisitive young minds with an insatiable thirst for knowledge.

In the years ahead, a focus on corporate governance will be critical in an increasingly uncertain world, says Standard Chartered's Patrick Lee.
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Resilience amid uncertainty: How firms can stay ahead of the curve

Companies that embrace good corporate governance will be well-placed to deliver sustainably for their stakeholders