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Dato’ Dr Suzana Idayu Wati Binti Osman

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Non-lndependent Non-Executive Director
Dato’ Dr Suzana Idayu Wati Binti Osman

Age: 55
Nationality: Malaysian
Gender: Female
Date of Appointment: 16 August 2024
Length of Service: < 3 years

Board Committee Membership:

  • Member of Nomination and Remuneration Committee

Qualification(s):

  • Doctorate in Finance, Universiti Putra Malaysia
  • Advanced Management Program (AMP 177), Harvard Business School, Harvard University, USA
  • Masters in Finance, Universiti Putra Malaysia
  • Degree BA (Hons), Business Studies, University of Huddersfield, UK

Working Experience and Occupation:

  • Director General, Federal Land Development Authority (FELDA) (November 2024 - Present)
  • Non-Independent Non-Executive Director, FGV Holdings Berhad (April 2024 - Present)
  • Non-Independent Non-Executive Director, Encorp Berhad (November 2022 - Present)
  • Director, Federal Land Development Authority (FELDA) (July 2022 - Present)
  • Chairperson, IIUM Holdings Sdn Bhd (May 2022 - Present)
  • Public Interest Director, Private Pension Administrator Malaysia (March 2022 - Present)
  • Chairperson, Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (April 2023 - September 2024)
  • Independent Non-Executive Director, CB Industrial Product Holding Berhad (March 2022 - November 2023)
  • Director, Minority Shareholder Watchdog Group (2021)
  • Director, FELCRA Berhad (2018 - 2020)
  • Chief Investment Officer, Social Security Organisation of Malaysia (January 2016 - September 2021)
  • EVP/Head of Special Projects, Felda Global Ventures Holdings Berhad (April 2015 - December 2015)
  • EVP/Global Head of Sugar, Felda Global Ventures Holdings Berhad (February 2014 - March 2015)
  • EVP/Chief Strategy Officer, Felda Global Ventures Holdings Berhad (January 2010 - January 2014)
  • Deputy Group Chief Executive Officer, Felda Global Ventures Holdings Sdn Bhd (January 2008 - January 2010)
  • Administrative Officer (Investment Analyst/Head of Investment), FELDA (June 1998 - December 2007)
  • Forex Dealer, International Business Division, Sime Bank (1997)
  • Assistant Vice President, Forex & Fund Management Department, Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi Berhad (July 1994 - December 1996)

Directorship of Public Companies/Listed Issuers:

  • FGV Holdings Berhad
  • Encorp Berhad
  • Private Pension Administrator Malaysia

MSM Sugar Refinery (Johor) Sdn. Bhd. (MSM Johor), a subsidiary of MSM Malaysia Holdings Berhad (MSM) operates MSM’s new sugar refinery based in Tanjung Langsat, Johor which is set to be the largest standalone sugar refinery in Malaysia. Erected on a 50.63 acre land plot, the integrated complex is under development for Phase 1 - to build and operate a 3,000 tonnes per day of refined sugar output (RSO) contributing of up to 1 million MT on the Group’s annual production capacity. This is set to be fully commissioned by mid year of 2018. Upon increase in demand, expansion of Phase 2 shall commence by 2025. The combined annual production capacity of Phase 1 and Phase 2 is capable for up to an astounding 2 million MT, strengthening MSM’s position as one of the leading refined sugar producer in the region. With an investment of approximately USD $259 million for the development of Phase 1, this magnifies the Group’s confidence to showcase its ability towards MSM’s 53 years of talented expertise and experience in sugar refining and skilled management. Upon completion and full commissioning of MSM Johor, the total group production capacity will increase of up to 3.25 million MT per annum. One of MSM Johor’s salient point enables capacity building which translates to competitive pricing on end products. This allows MSM to foray into neighbouring countries, further strengthen the Group’s domestic market share and transform Malaysia into a regional hub for high quality refined sugar. Significantly, MSM Johor is seen to be a key growth driver for MSM Group to realize its mission in becoming one of the top 10 global sugar player by 2020.