Chubb taps Malaysia unit COO as new Singapore country head

The role is for the insurer’s general insurance operations in the country.

Chubb has appointed Hng Keng Yoong as Country President for its general insurance operations in Singapore, subject to regulatory approval. 

Currently the COO of Chubb Malaysia, Keng will have overall responsibility for the business and financial performance of the operation across all lines of business, which comprises property and casualty, accident and health and personal lines insurance. She will also oversee all affinity partnerships. 

Keng has extensive experience in both life and general insurance. Her 20-year career spans across Asia and the United Kingdom. Since joining Chubb in 2010, she has worked in various capacities within its Regional Accident & Health, Finance, and Strategic Planning teams in Asia Pacific based in Singapore.

Keng will report to Edward Ler, Executive Vice President and Head of Southeast Asia for Chubb.