Wasco Greenergy Bhd (WGB) has appointed Wong Yin Kee as its group managing director (MD) with immediate effect, according to a filing with Bursa Malaysia.
The company said Wong, 48, will facilitate the transition of authority, responsibility and accountability within the company from chief executive officer (CEO) Lee Yee Chong, 57, who will retire from the position effective Dec 31, 2026.
Group Managing Director (MD) of Wasco Greenergy Bhd (WGB) – Wong Yin Kee.
“Lee joined WGB in September 1995 and has held several key leadership positions within the group over the years. The board would like to express their utmost gratitude and appreciation for his leadership and contribution during his tenure as CEO,” the filing said, reflecting on Lee’s more than three-decade career with the company and his contributions to its growth and development.
Meanwhile, WGB said Wong brings more than 20 years of experience across the energy, infrastructure, investment, strategy, mergers and acquisitions, business development and management consulting sectors, positioning him well to lead the company into its next phase of growth.
“He was the MD of ENGIE Malaysia from September 2020 to June 2026, and previously served as deputy MD from October 2016 to August 2020,” the company added, highlighting Wong’s extensive leadership background within the energy sector prior to joining WGB.
The leadership transition marks a significant milestone for WGB as it prepares for a change at the helm, with Wong’s appointment as group MD expected to ensure continuity in strategic direction while bringing fresh perspective and expertise to the company’s operations, particularly given his strong background in the energy and infrastructure sectors.
