Otis Worldwide Corporation has announced the appointment of Ong Chew Seng as the new Managing Director for its Singapore operations, effective 1 May 2026. Chew Seng will oversee Otis’ business activities in Singapore, emphasising customer service, maintenance, and modernisation to address the needs of the country’s ageing infrastructure.
Chew Seng brings over 28 years of experience in the building industry, with 18 years specifically in the lift and escalator sector. His previous roles include senior leadership positions in service, modernisation, and new equipment businesses. Most recently, he served as Otis Singapore’s Head of Service.
Nico Lopez, President of Otis Asia Pacific, remarked on Chew Seng’s appointment, stating, “Chew Seng’s deep industry expertise, strong leadership capabilities and proven track record make him well positioned to lead our Singapore organisation as we continue our strong growth momentum.”
In his new role, Chew Seng will also champion innovation through IoT-enabled predictive maintenance solutions, such as Otis ONE™, to enhance service delivery. He is committed to upholding Otis’ core values of safety, ethics, and quality, ensuring that the Singapore team delivers world-class service and reliability.
Chew Seng holds a Master of Building Science from the National University of Singapore, a Master of Finance from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, and a Bachelor of Engineering from Nanyang Technological University. His extensive background and leadership skills are expected to drive Otis Singapore’s growth and service excellence.
