Key Management Team

Please refer to the Director's Profile section for the profiles of our Key Senior Management i.e the Executive Vice Chairman, Group Chief Executive Officer and Executive Directors.

Choa Wei Keong

Deputy Chief Executive Officer

Singaporean, Male, 53 years of age

Mr. Choa Wei Keong joined Press Metal in 2009 and assumed the role of Group General Manager of Smelting Division between 2018 and 2023. Mr. Choa was appointed as Deputy CEO in January 2024, overseeing the Group’s upstream business units and investment portfolios. He holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from University of Nottingham and a Bachelor of Science Degree (Hons.) in Business Administration (Marketing) from University of Wales.

Mr. Choa started his career with the banking industry, specialising in trade financing and credit management. He was the Vice President of Group Special Asset Management of a Singapore bank prior to joining Press Metal.

Ooi Beng Guan

Deputy Chief Executive Officer

Malaysian, Male, 58 years of age

Mr. Ooi Beng Guan joined Press Metal as Deputy CEO in January 2024, overseeing the strategic development and operations of the mid-stream business units, including corporate functions. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree (Hons.) in Chemistry from the University Pertanian Malaysia.

Mr. Ooi brings with him 27 years of industry experience, with 18 years in senior management positions based in Hong Kong and Japan. Prior to joining Press Metal, Mr. Ooi served as Vice President for a leading global chemical company. Apart from being responsible for the financial performance of the business unit in Asia Pacific, his previous roles included organisation development, operation and investment, and serving as President of the affiliate company in Japan. Additionally, he has served as Chairman of the Board and as a Board member for the joint-venture companies in the region.

David Tan Hung Hoe

Chief Corporate Officer

Malaysian, Male, 60 years of age

Mr. David Tan joined Press Metal as the Head of Corporate Affairs in 2007 and was appointed as the Chief Corporate Officer in January 2024. He holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from University of Georgia and a Bachelor of Science Degree (Banking & Finance) from University of Arkansas.

Mr. David Tan started his career as corporate finance analyst and advisor both locally and overseas. Prior to joining Press Metal, he was the Corporate Affairs General Manager of a public listed company, overseeing various corporate developments and expansions.

Loo Tai Choong

Chief Financial Officer

Malaysian, Male, 57 years of age

Mr. Loo Tai Choong joined Press Metal in 2001 and was promoted to the position of Group Financial Controller in 2002. He was appointed as the Chief Financial Officer in January 2024. He is a qualified Chartered Accountant and a member of the Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Mr. Loo started his career as an auditor, involved in a wide range of audit and tax consultation, as well as corporate investigation works, specializing particularly in manufacturing, banking and insurance industries. Prior to joining Press Metal, he was the Finance Manager of a local banking group.

Lim Heng Kam

Chief Operating Officer (Extrusion Business Unit)

Malaysian, Male, 55 years of age

Mr. Lim Heng Kam joined Press Metal in 2003 and was promoted as the Manufacturing Director of Press Metal International Limited (“PMI”) in 2006. He was then appointed as a Director of PMI in 2011. In 2020, Mr. Lim was appointed as the Chief Operating Officer of the Extrusion Business Unit, i.e., PMI Group, overseeing both local and overseas extrusion operations and development. Mr. Lim holds a Master of Science degree in Manufacturing System Engineering from Warwick University.

With extensive industry experience, Mr. Lim is known for his practical approach to manufacturing, driving operational excellence through process optimisation, productivity improvement, and lean implementation. Prior to joining Press Metal, Mr. Lim served as a Production Engineer at a local aluminium company.