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Astrans Founder & CEO – Mr. Edmund Chew

Many years ago, Mr. Edmund Chew, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Astrans (Singapore) Pte Ltd, became the first recipient of the SOE Honorary Award for outstanding SME business leadership.

With remarkable vision and business acumen, Mr. Chew built Astrans from humble beginnings — starting with only S$2.00 — into a respected enterprise that continues to thrive today. His journey is a testament to resilience and the enduring entrepreneurial spirit of never giving up.

Now in his sixties, Mr. Chew remains as active and passionate as ever. Beyond logistics, he has expanded his ventures into Food & Beverage, Property Development, Marine, Security, and Land Reclamation sectors — demonstrating versatility and continuous innovation in business.

“This company we built belongs to all the staff who went through thick and thin with me. The customer is the real boss — they are part of our team. That’s why I remind myself to always serve them with sincerity.”

Guided by the 正 (FIRM) philosophy — Forward, Integrity, Reliable, Manageable — Mr. Chew exemplifies humble leadership and accessibility, remaining personally contactable to clients and partners. Under his direction, Astrans continues to position itself as a reliable SME partner serving small and medium enterprises with dedication and excellence.

“There’s no room for complacency. We must adapt or perish. Creative innovation is the key to Singapore’s sustained success.”

Mr. Chew firmly believes in supporting national progress through entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration, aligning Astrans with Singapore’s continued economic transformation and development goals.