Asahi Global Procurement Launches Three Centers of Excellence to Strengthen Procurement in Singapore
(Singapore – September 12, 2025) – Asahi Global Procurement Pte. Ltd. (AGPRO), a wholly owned subsidiary of Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd., is strengthening its global procurement capabilities with the launch of three Centers of Excellence in Singapore. Supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), the Centers mark a new phase in Asahi’s transformation journey—one that puts innovation, resilience, and sustainability at the core of its global supply chain.
The three Centers—Sustainability & Innovation, Procurement Excellence & Digital Enablement, and Strategic Commodity Risk Management—strengthen AGPRO’s ability to navigate increasing supply chain complexity. Each center focuses on a core area of capability: embedding sustainability across procurement practices, accelerating the use of digital and data-driven tools, and managing strategic risks. Together, they advance AGPRO’s role in delivering long-term value to the Asahi Group, while building a strong talent pipeline and reinforcing Singapore’s position as a center for global procurement leadership.
Kaoru Sakita, Group Chief Financial Officer of Asahi Group Holdings, highlighted the broader significance of the initiative, stating, “Singapore continues to play a strategic role in Asahi’s transformation journey. With EDB’s support, our Centers of Excellence will enhance resilience, strengthen our sustainability agenda, and accelerate the digitalization of procurement across our global operations.”
Tomas Veit, Chief Executive Officer of Asahi Global Procurement, added, “Our investment in Singapore enables us to bring together diverse expertise from across the region to co-create practical solutions with local partners and suppliers. By anchoring our global Centers of Excellence here, we aim to advance capability building, address strategic risks, and scale impactful practices from Singapore to the rest of our markets. This positions us well for future growth while contributing to the broader ecosystem.”
Asahi's new Centers of Excellence underscore Singapore's position as a trusted base for multi-national companies to manage their global functions. Through these Centers, Asahi will create opportunities for local talent to develop capabilities in sustainability, digital innovation, and risk management. This marks an exciting milestone in Singapore’s continued partnership with Asahi, and we look forward to supporting the company’s growth across their operations globally,” said Mr. Pee Beng Kong, Executive Vice President, EDB.
Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd. is a global leader offering a diverse collection of brands centered on beer, alcohol and non-alcohol beverages, and food. Established in Japan in 1889, the Group’s mission is to deliver on its great taste promise and bring more fun to life. With iconic brands such as Asahi Super Dry, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Kozel, Pilsner Urquell, and Grolsch, Asahi serves consumers across key markets including Japan& East Asia, Europe, Asia Pacific. Headquartered in Tokyo and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, the Group is committed to making the world shine by bringing people together and building a sustainable future.