Group CEO, Co-founder and Chairman of Grab named Businessman of the Year at 41st Singapore Business Awards
Singapore, 21 May 2026 - Group CEO, Co-founder and Chairman of Grab, Mr Anthony Tan, was named the Businessman of the Year at the 41st Singapore Business Awards (SBA), jointly organised by The Business Times (BT) and DHL, for his forward-thinking stewardship and unwavering commitment to Southeast Asia’s socio-economic transformation.
In steering Grab’s evolution from a taxi-booking app into the region’s leading superapp, Mr Tan has been a catalyst for progress, championing digital inclusion and economic empowerment. Through the GrabForGood Fund, he further strengthens communities with dedicated programmes in education, community care, and disaster relief.
Four other awards were also presented during the SBA gala dinner at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore, graced by Guest-of-Honour, Mr Chan Chun Sing, Coordinating Minister for Public Services and Minister for Defence:
- Outstanding Chief Executive of the Year - Mr Kerry Mok, President and CEO of SATS Ltd
For his exemplary leadership in navigating SATS through a period of significant challenge and the strategic foresight behind the acquisition of Worldwide Flight Services. This landmark initiative accelerated the transformation of SATS into a global multinational corporation, nearly tripling revenue and extending its operational footprint from APAC to EMEA and the Americas. Through disciplined integration and a commitment to operational excellence, Mr Mok has successfully established the group as a preeminent global air cargo powerhouse.
- Outstanding Overseas Executive of the Year - Ms Jane Sun, CEO of Trip.com Group
For her leadership in building a worldwide eco-system for travel and growing Trip.com Group into a US$50 billion company. Ms Sun is a staunch advocate for talent development, gender equality and education, and has also leveraged her influence across prestigious international councils to promote sustainable development and social impact.
- The Enterprise Award - Old Chang Kee
For its resilience and enduring contribution to Singapore’s food heritage. From its beginnings as a curry puff stall in 1956, it has grown into an iconic brand with over 100 outlets across Singapore and overseas in Indonesia, Malaysia and the United Kingdom.
- Young Business Leader of the Year - Mr Eric Leong, Co-founder, Chairman and CEO of Mlion Corporation Pte Ltd
For his exceptional entrepreneurial spirit in scaling Mlion into a global steel solutions provider with presence across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Mr Leong has successfully disrupted a legacy industry by integrating technological innovations to drive operational efficiency and sustainability.
Ms Chen Huifen, Editor of The Business Times, said, “The Singapore Business Awards serves to encourage more business leaders to take a step forward in making a difference in their respective fields. We hope that the Award recipients this year will inspire the next generation of emerging leaders to continue striving for excellence in the face of adversity.”
Mr Christopher Ong, Senior VP & Managing Director of DHL Express Singapore, said, “In the global business environment that we are currently operating in, the role of business leaders in driving change and charting new growth paths cannot be overstated. We are honoured to co-present the SBA for the 41st year running, recognising outstanding leaders and businesses that have overcome challenges and contributed significantly to Singapore’s economic success and resilience.”
The annual Awards recognise local business leaders who have made a difference in their respective industries and created value for their stakeholders. The winners of the 41st SBA were decided by a panel of 12 judges, chaired by Mr Stephen Lee, former Chairman of Singapore Airlines. The full panel of judges can be found in Annex A.
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ANNEX A
Information on the Singapore Business Awards
Objectives of the Singapore Business Awards
The objectives of the Singapore Business Awards are:
- To acknowledge the vital contributions made by companies and business leaders to Singapore's development; and
- To encourage the entrepreneurial spirit in Singapore, and to give recognition to excellence in corporate management.
Panel of Judges
- Mr Stephen Lee (Chairman of Singapore Business Awards Judging Panel), Former Chairman, Singapore Airlines
- Ms Chen Huifen, Editor, The Business Times
- Mr Christopher Ong, Senior Vice-President and Managing Director, DHL Express (Singapore) Pte Ltd
- Ms Jeannie Lim, Assistant Managing Director, Services & Growth Enterprises, Enterprise Singapore
- Ms Jennie Chua, Chairman, Temasek Foundation
- Mr Jermaine Loy, Managing Director, Economic Development Board
- Dr Kenneth Goh, Associate Professor of Strategy & Entrepreneurship, Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Singapore Management University
- Mr Lim Ming Yan, Chairman, Changi Airport Group
- Mr Loh Boon Chye, Chief Executive Officer, SGX Group
- Professor Wee Chow Hou, Emeritus Professor, Nanyang Technological University, and Honorary Fellow, Singapore University of Social Sciences
- Mr Wong Wei Kong, Editor-in-Chief, English/Malay/Tamil Media Group, SPH Media
- Mr Yung Chiun Ooi, Senior Director, Projects, DHL Express Asia Pacific
ANNEX B
41st Singapore Business Awards winners
Businessman of the Year - Mr Anthony Tan, Group Chief Executive Officer, Co-Founder and Chairman of Grab
Photo credit: The Business Times
Outstanding Chief Executive of the Year - Mr Kerry Mok, President and Chief Executive Officer of SATS Ltd
Photo credit: SATS Ltd
Outstanding Overseas Executive of the Year - Ms Jane Sun, Chief Executive Officer of Trip.com Group
Photo credit: Trip.com Group
The Enterprise Award - Old Chang Kee
Photo Credit: Old Chang Kee
Young Business Leader of the Year - Mr Eric Leong, Co-Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Mlion Corporation Pte Ltd
Photo credit: Mlion Corporation Pte Ltd