LEEA South East Asia Regional Council holds first meeting

LEEA's CEO Ross Moloney, director of membership Matthew Barber and regional manager - South East Asia, Wee Learn Ng, joined council members representing five countries across the region for the meeting held in Jakarta, Indonesia. They included Frank Tan TVET instructor, CLP (accred. ASME, LEEA); Mazlan Shah, director at DNV Malaysia; Rony Prayitno Simeon; and offshore engineer Farhan Hussin. Discussions centred on what action can be taken to advance safety within all lifting operations across all industries.

This is the third regional council established in key global areas by LEEA, which is the leading representative body for all those involved in the Lifting Industry worldwide. It follows successful models in the Middle East and Australia and New Zealand, which enables closer links and support to local LEEA members and the industries they serve.

"I’m pleased to be elected Chair of the newly formed LEEA South East Asia Regional Council. It is an honour to take on this role and to work with a dedicated group of professionals who bring extensive knowledge and a common dedication to developing the lifting and safety industry," said Lew.

"To all the appointed members, congratulations. Your involvement gives the objectives of our council a strong foundation and I look forward to the journey ahead working together with all members, Ross Moloney, Matthew Barber and Wee Learn Ng. As a team, we will be a significant step towards shaping the future of safe lifting in our region."

LEEA's Barber said: "Alex was voted in by full members across the region and brings a wealth of experience in the industry to the role of Chair. The council will play a vital role in shaping the future - championing safety, raising standards and building capability for the long term. Our discussions at the first meeting centred around two key priorities: the need for greater recognition of LEEA by regulators and governments and the importance of making high-quality, localised training more accessible throughout the region. Thank you to all our council members for your time, insights and commitment. This council marks a major step forward in building a stronger, more connected Lifting Industry in South East Asia.”

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