ESR has announced the appointment of Roy Teo as Head of Southeast Asia, effective January 2027. Based in Singapore, Teo will oversee the Group’s strategy and performance across the region, focusing on development, asset management, and property management. As part of ESR’s Executive Leadership team, he will advance strategic initiatives and enhance portfolio value.
Singapore is set to play a pivotal role in ESR’s long-term strategy, with Teo working closely with the leadership of ESR-REIT, the Group’s Singapore-listed flagship regional vehicle. This move aims to bolster ESR’s established presence and capabilities in Singapore whilst extending leadership across Southeast Asia.
Teo brings over 25 years of experience in real estate investment management, capital management, and portfolio operations. He joins ESR from SB Asset & Investment Management, where he served as CEO. His previous roles include CEO of SB REIT Management, where he led Soilbuild Business Space REIT through significant growth and regional expansion, and senior positions at Ascendas Fund Management.
ESR is a leading Asia-Pacific real asset owner and manager, focusing on logistics real estate and data centres. The company aims to create value and growth opportunities for its global portfolio of investors, offering modern space solutions across various regions, including Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Greater China, Southeast Asia, and India.
Teo’s appointment is expected to drive operational excellence and strategic growth for ESR in Southeast Asia, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable and impactful management for future generations.
