Beyond Finance: Singapore's Industrial Ambitions
Singapore is undergoing a transformative shift from a financial hub to an industrial stronghold, diversifying its economy with significant investments in high-tech spaces, semiconductors, life sciences, and prime logistics. The city-state's industrial sector is set to become a transformational force in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, serving as a nexus for innovation and attracting foreign investment. Singapore's integrated industrial ecosystem, combining financial services, logistics, clean technology, and research and development, is redefining its economic landscape and shaping a blueprint for sustainable industrial development that goes beyond its financial prowess.
Bastiaan van Beijsterveldt
Managing Director - Singapore , Colliers
Bastiaan serves as the Managing Director at Colliers inSingapore, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of the organisation. His responsibilities include the growth and diversification of the company, ensuring top-notch service delivery, and cultivating market-leading teams. He supervises a broad range of business lines, including Capital Markets, Investment Sales, Occupier Services, Valuations & Advisory, Industrial Services, Hotel Advisory, and ESG Services. Additionally, he oversees the Research, Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, and Finance Teams.
Before assuming this role, Bastiaan was the Head of Occupier Services in Singapore, where he successfully led complex transaction projects for a variety of global multinationals and investors across the Asia-Pacific region. His professional journey has seen him live and work in several key Asia-Pacific markets, including Singapore, Hong Kong, South Korea, Malaysia, and Australia, giving him a diverse and comprehensive regional perspective.
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