17-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Saliran names CFO Yong Wai Kin as executive director
KUALA LUMPUR: Saliran Group Bhd has appointed its chief financial officer (CFO) Yong Wai Kin as executive director effective today.
The company said the appointment reflects the board's confidence in Yong's leadership and expertise as Saliran continues to advance its growth trajectory post-initial public offering (IPO).
Yong has served as Saliran's CFO since May 2022 and brings over 30 years of experience in finance, audit, and corporate management across industries including manufacturing, automotive, media and palm oil.
Since joining Saliran, he has overseen the company's financial management and contributed to its listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia in 2025.
Prior to joining Saliran, Yong held senior leadership positions including executive director and CFO of Mann Seng Metal International Ltd, where he facilitated its IPO on the Singapore Exchange in May 2010.
He also previously served as CFO of Econframe Bhd, overseeing its financial and corporate affairs and played a key role in its public listing in October 2020.
Yong said it has been rewarding to support Saliran's financial management and contribute to its successful listing on the ACE Market since joining the company.
Saliran was listed on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia on March 13.
Its market capitalisation stands at RM78.5 million.
