Singapore Bullion Market Association
Past Event Dubai Business Group for Bullion and Gold Refinery (DBRG) official launch On behalf of SBMA, we extend our warmest congratulations to Dubai Bullion & Refinery Group (DBRG) on its official launch today, February 11, 2025. Our CEO, Albert Cheng, shared his congratulatory message, highlighting the growing significance of emerging gold trading hubs such…
Past Event SBMA Visits Brinks Japan The SBMA team had the pleasure of visiting Brink’s Japan Ltd. for a tour of their impressive facility and a meaningful catch-up with our valued member in Japan. From left: Clara Chang, Andrew Clarke, Albert Cheng, Yukito Imaizumi, Margaret Wong, Tadahiro Komaki, Thomas ParmenterThis visit provided a fantastic opportunity…
Past Event SBMA at Women in Platinum Group Metals (WiPGM) Round Table SBMA Margaret Wong and Clara Chang were separately invited to the Women in Platinum Group Metals (WiPGM) network event in Tokyo, which was hosted by Wilmar Swarts, Director of PGM Research, Metals Focus. The WiPGM network brings progressive thinkers from across the various…
Past Event SBMA at Japan Bullion Market Networking Party (JBMA) 2024 On November 20, 2024, the SBMA team attended the Japan Bullion Market Networking Party in Tokyo. Organized by the Japan Bullion Market Association (JBMA), the event brought together around 150 industry leaders, professionals, and stakeholders from across the precious metals sector, providing a unique…
Past Event SBMA Signs MoU with Lao Bullion Bank (LBB) to Strengthen Cooperation and Develop the Precious Metals Hub in Laos In a significant move to bolster regional cooperation and expand Laos’ role in the global precious metals market, the Singapore Bullion Market Association (SBMA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Lao Bullion Bank…
Past Event SBMA’s Thought Leadership at the International Gold & Jewellery Summit 9-11 August 2024: The Penang Signature Gold, Gems & Jewellery Fair (PSG) 2024, held from August 9th to 11th at the Setia Spice Convention Centre, showcasing the finest in gold, gemstones, and jewellery, drawing in industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts from around the…
Past Event China Gold Congress and Expo 2024 July 26-28, 2024: Chairman KL Yap participated in the China Gold Congress and Expo 2024, hosted by the China Gold Association and the World Gold Council at the National Convention Center (Shanghai). KL presented at the “Belt and Road” Gold & Jewellery Cooperation session. SBMA Management Committee…
Past Event Singapore International Jewelry Expo (SIJE) 2024 Past Event Singapore International Jewelry Expo (SIJE) 2024 July 11, 2024: CEO Albert Cheng, along with business director Margaret Wong and marketing and communications executive Clara Chang, attended the Singapore International Jewelry Expo (SIJE) 2024. From left: Edward Liu, Honorary President, Asian Federation of Exhibition & Convention…
Upcoming Event LBMA/LPPM GLOBAL PRECIOUS METALS CONFERENCE 2024 Past Event LBMA/LPPM GLOBAL PRECIOUS METALS CONFERENCE 2024 The 2024 LBMA/LPPM Global Precious Metals Conference in Miami welcomed some 776 delegates, all keen to listen to a diverse range of topics, from platinum group metals (PGMs) and gold investment to the mining industry and the future of…
Past Event SBMA 2024 Annual General Meeting SBMA would like to extend our gratitude to the team at The Reserve and Silver Bullion for making our AGM on November 29, 2024, a resounding success.A special thank you goes to Gregor Gregersen for personally leading and conducting the vault tour for our guests. This unique and…
Fabian was a Business Development and Marketing Associate before joining SBMA. He graduated from Singapore Management University with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics.
He has joined SBMA since February, 2022.
BUSINESS DIRECTOR
Margaret Wong, Business Director at SBMA (Singapore Bullion Market Association), brought valuable experience from her previous role at the World Gold Council (WGC). Her tenure at WGC provided her with extensive exposure to the gold community in Singapore and the broader region. This background has been instrumental in establishing strong working relationships within the industry.
Margaret’s role at SBMA encompasses a diverse range of responsibilities. She oversees office management, business support processes, finance, and administrative functions essential for the smooth operation of the team and management committee. Additionally, Margaret handles membership matters, member communications, and addresses public inquiries related to SBMA.
One of Margaret’s key responsibilities is coordinating with the Event Management Company for SBMA’s prestigious annual event, the Asia Pacific Precious Metals Conference. This flagship conference plays a crucial role in the industry, making her involvement pivotal in its success.
Described as resourceful and self-motivated, Margaret Wong brings a wealth of skills and experience to her role at SBMA, ensuring efficient operations and effective engagement within the precious metals community in Singapore and beyond.
Chief Executive Officer
Albert Cheng joined the World Gold Council in March 1993 as a Regional Manager, becoming Managing Director, Far East in 2003. He retired at the end of March 2015 and was subsequently named its Advisor. He has also been an International Advisor to the Shanghai Gold Exchange since 2002.
His marketing career began with Dentsu Young & Rubicam, Hong Kong in the early 80’s. He began gold marketing in July 1985 when he joined the Royal Canadian Mint as a Regional Manager for Southeast Asia.
He was appointed honorary CEO of SBMA in November 2015. He is responsible for the success and strategic development of SBMA, represents the interests of the Association, and is responsible for all the legal and regulatory aspects of the work of the Association. He is the primary contact for regulators and government bodies on bullion market development.
Pawan is the CEO of YLG Bullion Singapore and founder of YLG Bullion International. She has almost 40 years of experience in the jewellery industry and established YLG in Thailand in 2003. In 2012, she brought YLG to Singapore. She sits on the Board of Directors of the Thailand Gold Traders Association, the Thailand Futures Exchange’s Arbitration Committee, and the Rotary Bangkok committee. She holds a master’s degree in Political Science.
Raman is Executive Director and Head of Commodities Sales, APAC, for J.P. Morgan. He joined JPMorgan in 2008 in New York, moved to Singapore in 2011, and helped expand the precious metals business in the region. Raman has an MBA from Cornell University, and likes to travel in his spare time.
Andrew Clarke is the Head of BGS (Brink’s Global Services) for Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei. He has held various leadership positions throughout his career in secure logistics and risk management with Brink’s, which started in Hong Kong in 2010. Andrew relocated to Singapore in 2018 to expand the precious metals line of business along with Brink’s portfolio of services and industries.
Kazuya (Kaz) Naoki is the Head of Metals, Asia of ICBC Standard Bank in Singapore and is responsible for the precious & base metals sales and trading in the region. He joined Standard Bank Plc Tokyo Branch in 2008 and was relocated to its Singapore Branch in 2013 whose controlling stake was acquired by the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China in 2015. Prior to joining Standard Bank, Kaz spent 11 years focusing on commodity trading and risk management with Mitsui & Co in Tokyo, Sydney and London. Kaz has been serving on the SBMA Management Committee since 2016.
Vinh Nguyen joined StoneX Group in Singapore at the beginning of 2008 and responsible for its APAC precious metals activities since 2019 until now.
