Leading the Way: Singapore's Exceptional Achievements at the ACES Awards 2024
Leading the Way: Singapore's Exceptional Achievements at the ACES Awards 2024
Senin, 23 Desember 2024 | 10:13
Recognising Leadership Excellence: 59 outstanding business leaders and enterprises were awarded for their exemplary leadership, on Day 2 of the ACES Awards 2024, setting new benchmarks in innovation, governance, and corporate responsibility.
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– 23 December 2024 - At the ACES Awards 2024, Singaporean companies and
leaders took center stage, honored for their groundbreaking
contributions to sustainability, innovation, and transformative
leadership. Against a backdrop of fierce competition—90 nominations out
of 682 entries from 17 countries—Singapore's successes reflect its
growing influence as a key driver of corporate excellence and
progressive business practices across Asia.
Central to these accolades are organizations that have seamlessly woven
environmental responsibility and forward-thinking strategies into their
core values.
CGS International Securities Pte. Ltd. (CGS International)
exemplifies this fusion of innovation and sustainability. With a
presence across 15 countries, this financial services firm's
comprehensive offerings—from equities trading to Shariah-compliant
financing—have led to a remarkable 169% increase in net profits between
2018 and 2022. More than just numbers, CGS International's growth is
propelled by its careful market expansion, tailored client solutions,
and robust CSR initiatives that push the boundaries of Asia's financial
sector toward a greener future.
Another standout is
dsm-firmenich, formed through the 2023 merger of Dutch
DSM and Swiss Firmenich. Recognized with both "Asia's Most Inspiring
Executives" and "Top Sustainability Advocates in Asia" awards, the
global leader in health, nutrition, and beauty has placed sustainability
at the heart of its mission. Committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse
gas emissions by 2045, dsm-firmenich channels innovation into impactful
solutions like Bovaer®, reducing methane emissions in cattle, and
supports global nutrition initiatives with partners such as the UN World
Food Programme. This holistic approach to sustainability—encompassing
environmental stewardship and social well-being—sets a new benchmark for
responsible industry leadership.
Individual leadership prowess also shone brightly at the awards.
Robert Le Busque, Regional Vice President, Asia Pacific
at Verizon Business Group, earned recognition as one of Asia's
Outstanding Leaders for guiding his 1,000-strong team across 11
countries. Under his stewardship, Verizon's business in the region has
rapidly grown, especially in cybersecurity solutions, demonstrating that
strategic vision and resilience can drive technological advancement,
even amid challenging times.
Aviation fuel provider
China Aviation Oil (Singapore) Corporation Ltd (CAO)
stood out with the Green Innovative Award. By embedding sustainability
into its core operations—advancing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF),
optimizing supply chains, and reducing emissions—CAO illustrates how an
industry often associated with environmental challenges can pivot toward
responsible, climate-focused solutions.
Similarly,
Gain City Best-Electric Pte Ltd, celebrated as one of
Asia's Most Influential Companies, has carved out a niche that
intertwines operational efficiency, digital innovation, and
eco-conscious practices. Having integrated retail, wholesale, logistics,
and fabrication, Gain City ensures a seamless customer experience while
simultaneously championing e-waste recycling, renewable energy
collaborations, and sustainable regional expansion.
Technology-driven transformation took center stage with
Certis, named one of the Innovative Tech Companies of
the Year. Once a traditional security provider, Certis has reinvented
itself through its Mozart platform, which orchestrates AI, machine
learning, and IoT technologies. This modernization has yielded a 66%
improvement in incident response times and a 20% reduction in manpower,
setting new standards for operational excellence, safety, and service
delivery.
Visionary leadership in sustainability was further exemplified by
Dr. Victor Tay, Group CEO of Global Catalyst Advisory.
Honored as one of Asia's Most Inspiring Executives, Dr. Tay's
"people-planet-profit" philosophy ensures that reducing carbon
footprints becomes a catalyst for business growth. Under his direction,
projects have cut emissions by up to 35% and influenced sustainability
dialogues in forums as prestigious as COP28.
Rounding out this constellation of achievers is
China Life Insurance (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., winner of
Asia's Leading SMEs Award. By integrating cutting-edge digital tools
such as the OneLife core system and Robotic Process Automation into its
operations, and by cultivating meaningful partnerships and community
initiatives, China Life Singapore exemplifies how innovation and social
responsibility can coexist and strengthen one another.
The 2024 ACES Awards shine a spotlight on a region—and a nation—evolving
rapidly toward a sustainable, inclusive, and technologically advanced
future. From robust financial services and cutting-edge corporate
transformations to nutrition solutions that feed both people and the
planet, Singapore's prominent showing among the 250 finalists reaffirms
its role as a beacon of progress in Asia. As these honorees chart the
path forward, they collectively underscore a simple truth: leadership in
the 21st century demands not only profitability and growth, but also a
steadfast commitment to bettering the world we all share.