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Stamford Tyres founder Wee Kok Wah passes away at 78

He served as managing director and company president for about 50 years.

Stamford Tyres Corporation Founder and Senior Advisor Wee Kok Wah has passed away.

Wee served as managing director and president of the company for about 50 years.

Under his leadership, Wee steered the company to a public listing in 1991 and expanded it into a global player in the distribution, retailing, and manufacturing of tyres and wheels.

Wee stepped down as its managing director on 1 November 2021 but stayed on as the founder and senior advisor to provide guidance and counsel.
 

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