Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG) has appointed Kung Teong Wah as Cluster General Manager for PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering and PARKROYAL on Beach Road in Singapore. This strategic move aims to bolster operational excellence and long-term growth within PPHG’s Singapore portfolio. Teong Wah will continue to lead PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering whilst assuming strategic oversight of PARKROYAL on Beach Road, collaborating closely with its General Manager, Damian Tan.
Teong Wah, a seasoned hospitality leader with over 30 years of experience, has been instrumental in driving innovation and sustainability at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering. His initiatives have included the renovation of event spaces and the integration of technology-driven capabilities. Under his leadership, the hotel has become a model for workforce transformation, aligning with Singapore’s Hotel Industry Transformation Map.
Choe Peng Sum, CEO of PPHG, praised Teong Wah’s track record, stating, “Teong Wah is a respected hospitality leader with a strong track record of driving performance whilst building future-ready teams.” His leadership has been recognised with accolades such as the ‘Top 5 Best Hotel General Managers in Singapore’ at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2025.
Teong Wah expressed his commitment to fostering inclusive workplaces and nurturing talent, saying, “It is a privilege to serve alongside two passionate teams who care deeply about hospitality.” His expanded role underscores PPHG’s dedication to sustainable growth and leadership succession, ensuring the distinct identity of each property is preserved whilst strengthening their position in Singapore’s dynamic hospitality landscape.
