ASEAN & Indonesia Management

Mr. Niranjan Nadkarni is the Chief Executive Officer of South & Southeast Asia, Middle East & Africa (ASMEA) Region since July 1, 2017. As of Jan 1, 2025, he assumed the additional role of CEO, TÜV SÜD Middle East and TÜV SÜD Middle East LLC.

As a CEO of one of the most diverse regions, his area of focus is to strengthen the company’s value offering by leveraging on personnel and business competencies available across the region. Under his leadership, aligned to the Group’s focus, the region has made significant investments and progress in digital transformation initiatives and commitment to initiatives and services supporting sustainable development.

With over three decades of experience, Niranjan started his career with SKF Bearings India Pvt. Ltd. In 1995, he made an unconventional move to join a five-member team at TÜV SÜD. He then qualified to become a Lead Auditor for management system certification ISO 9001, QS 9000, VDA 6.1 and TS 16949. During this tenure, he performed audits and training in many markets globally, such as USA, Germany, Japan, China, South Korea, ASEAN, and South Asia.

In 1998, he was appointed the head of South India region for TÜV SÜD South Asia. After managing this portfolio for over eight years, Niranjan was appointed as Vice President- Product Services, with the thrust to set up the Product Services portfolio in South Asia. He was instrumental in establishing a network of state-of-the-art laboratories for food, textiles, and leather and planning and implementation of the market expansion strategy. In 2009, he was appointed CEO of TÜV SÜD South Asia, responsible for the firm’s operations across India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. Under his leadership until 2023, the sub region witnessed double digit growth and built an impressive footprint around digital transformation initiatives. 1 July, 2017, he was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of South & Southeast Asia, Middle East & Africa (ASMEA) Region. In 2025, He was given the additional responsibility of leading Middle East region as the CEO of the region and TÜV SÜD Middle East LLC . He is also the Member of Board of Management of TÜV SÜD Bangladesh Private limited, TÜV SÜD Middle East and TÜV SÜD PSB Pte. Ltd.

Brought up in Mumbai, Niranjan is a Mechanical Engineer and has a Masters’ degree in Management from Pune University in India. He has also attended modules on Strategy Management, Leadership and Change and Fit4Digital at Executive School of Management, St. Gallen, Switzerland. He is an avid reader and enjoys travelling and cross-country trekking. He is very passionate about nurturing and developing talent and strongly believes in the power of an inclusive and diverse workforce for building a sustainable and responsible business.

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Mr. Klaus Langner was appointed as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the TÜV SÜD South & South-East Asia, Middle East & Africa region on July 1, 2017. In this role, he is responsible for financial and risk management, corporate development, strategic planning, performance management and corporate governance in this vast and diverse market. Prior to this appointment, Klaus was the CFO for the ASEAN region at TÜV SÜD.

Before joining TÜV SÜD, Klaus was a Partner & Managing Director at a leading strategy consulting firm, The Boston Consulting Group, and brings 16 years of experience in consulting top management on corporate and business unit strategy. He also served as a consultant for the United Nations World Food Program in East Timor and is a passionate advocate for non-profit causes related to improving children welfare, education, disaster and humanitarian relief.

After living in Germany and the United States, Klaus has been based in Singapore since 2001 and worked throughout Asia Pacific. He holds an MBA with distinction from Northwestern University’s Kellogg Graduate School of Management and a Masters in Industrial Engineering and Business Administration from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT).

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Jonas Strahberger is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of TÜV SÜD ASEAN, overseeing operations in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam. As CEO, Jonas is responsible for the overall P&L and strategic development of the region. With a background in international management and leadership, Jonas brings extensive experience in developing and implementing new, sustainable ways to drive transformation in the Testing, Inspection and Certification sector. Previously Jonas led the global Business Vertical around Lifts, Cranes and Conveyors in TÜV SÜD’s Real Estate and Infrastructure Division. In 2013, he began his career as an Executive in Finance and Controlling in TÜV SÜD’s Product Service Division and has worked in various management positions and geographies since then. 

Jonas holds a Master of Science in Management and Technology from the Technical University of Munich, Germany.

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Mr. Dhruv Subbiah leads the Product Service for Southeast Asia region and is responsible for guiding the team in identifying new opportunities, expanding into emerging markets, strengthening partnerships, and nurturing talent development to drive commercial success and growth in the ASEAN region. As head of Product Service, Dhruv integrates all of TÜV SÜD ASEAN’s laboratory resources and capabilities to deliver trusted testing and certification solutions, ensuring customers bring safe, secure, and sustainable products to the market.

Dhruv is a seasoned leader with over 25 years of experience in senior leadership positions, business management, sales management, engineering, and operations. Before joining TÜV SÜD in November 2024, Dhruv worked for Festo, a renowned German multinational company, where he held various roles across Germany, Singapore, Malaysia, and Vietnam. These positions were primarily focused on business development, improving market position, developing people, and driving change. Dhruv has successfully led diverse teams in Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, China, and Korea, and brings valuable international experience from his roles in Germany and India.

Furthermore, Dhruv is a naturalized German with Indian roots and holds a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Karlsruhe in Germany (KIT).

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Mr. Foo Soo Guan, Head of Business Assurance for TÜV SÜD ASEAN, is responsible for setting the overall business division strategy and direction within the ASEAN region. He is also responsible for aligning corporate and divisional requirements across ASEAN for auditing services, cybersecurity services, management system certification, training, and personal certification.

Soo Guan joined TÜV SÜD in 2016 as Vice President / Segment Lead for Smart Infrastructure, where he developed the Lift Manager predictive maintenance solution, contributing to a regulatory shift in Singapore’s lift maintenance regime. He also previously led Innovation Services in the Real Estate and Infrastructure division, where he advanced sustainability and digitalization efforts through certifications such as ISO 19650. 

Before joining TÜV SÜD, he was in the IT industry, both in the private and the public sectors, with over 17 years of experience in IT management, Sales, and Business Development. 

Soo Guan holds a degree in Computer and Information Science from the National University of Singapore and a Master’s in Software Engineering from the Institute of Systems Science, Singapore.

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Mr. François-Xavier Bauzet is responsible for TÜV SÜD’s Industry Service businesses and operations in the ASEAN region, including Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam.

As a Senior Vice President of Industry Service (ASEAN), he leads three multidisciplinary business units – Chemical & Process Industry, Energy & Systems and Green Energy & Sustainability – providing an extensive range of services to clients regionally, from ANDT inspections to Failure Analysis to Sustainability (low carbon & green hydrogen/ammonia, wind & solar, carbon footprint/management and energy efficiency).

François-Xavier comes with 25 years of experience in the Energy sector in Sales, Manufacturing and General Management working for leading SMEs and MNCs in the Americas, Middle East / Africa and Asia Pacific. He began his career in Export Sales for a global steel tubes manufacturer, supporting the petrochemical industry across multiple regions. Based in Singapore since 2004, he has held leadership roles in sales, business development, and operations across ASEAN. His experience spans managing regional business units, driving restructuring efforts, and overseeing production and distribution for equipment and tools.

François-Xavier joined TÜV SÜD in July 2023. He holds a Specialised Master’s Degree from CentraleSupélec and a Master’s in Management from Skema Business School.

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Mr. Toh Choon Yang is the Business Unit Head for Building Lifecycle Services (BLS) in the ASEAN region. He oversees laboratory operations in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, specializing in material testing for fire, acoustic, and mechanical properties, as well as performance testing for façades and curtain wall systems. Additionally, he leads business development for the Product Listing Scheme (PLS), ensuring that fire safety products regulated by the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) undergo rigorous testing, inspection, and certification before receiving the Certificate of Conformity.

In his role, Mr. Toh is responsible for shaping and executing strategic initiatives, leading the BLS team, and identifying new opportunities, markets, and partnerships to drive long-term commercial success.

With over 20 years of experience in the building and construction industry, he brings deep technical expertise and a strategic mindset honed through his engineering background. He holds a Master of Science in Knowledge Management from Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from the National University of Singapore (NUS).

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Mr. Lim Junliang Jansen leads business development, product ownership, and project delivery for TÜV SÜD's Lift Manager, a BCA-approved RM&D solution. With deep expertise in the lift, cranes, and conveyors sector, he focuses on driving innovation, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to improve safety measures.

He also oversees TÜV SÜD’s Lift & Escalator Inspection business, managing routine Permit-to-Operate (PTO) inspections and compliance audits to ensure lifts and escalators remain safe, functional, and fully compliant with local regulations.

Previously, Jansen spearheaded carbon solutions and sustainability initiatives, delivering large-scale projects in green finance, low-carbon operating systems, ports, and smart buildings. His extensive international experience includes roles in Singapore, Germany, and China, where he worked in the automotive sector and software innovation.

With a strong background in business development, digital transformation, and sustainability, Jansen continues to drive TÜV SÜD ASEAN’s growth in the lift, cranes, and conveyors sector, fostering innovation and excellence in safety and compliance.

Mr. Yuan Bambang Handayana is currently the General Manager of PT TÜV SÜD Indonesia.He oversees businesses and operations in leading the strategy execution, market and business development for growth in Indonesia.

Mr. Yuan first started his career in Engineering before he moved into the Certification industry and has over 20 years of experience within the TIC industry. He has wide ranging experience in auditing, consulting and training as well as in general and business management. Prior to joining PT TÜV SÜD Indonesia, Mr. Yuan was the Managing Director of a UK based management system and certification company in Indonesia.

Mr. Yuan graduated with a Bachelor in Applied Physics from Bandung Institute of Technology and has a Master degree in Applied Finance from University of Indonesia.

Mr. Richard Hong is the Executive Vice President of TÜV SÜD South Asia & Southeast Asia, Middle East & Africa region (ASMEA). Richard focuses on maintaining and expanding TÜV SÜD’s network within the ASEAN region, and collaborates with key stakeholders in Singapore. He is the TÜV SÜD Ambassador and Professional Coach for the company's Key Talent Pool in ASMEA. 

With over 30 years at TÜV SÜD, Richard has held leadership roles, including CEO of TÜV SÜD ASEAN and Global ICM Director of TÜV SÜD Product Service. Richard played a pivotal role in TÜV SÜD’s ASEAN growth, building new competencies and strong industry relationships. His leadership earned him the NTUC Medal of Commendation (2024) for contributions to the Labour Movement and Singapore Industrial and Services Employees' Union.
 
Beyond TÜV SÜD, he serves a leadership position in multiple industry panels, including Singapore Manufacturing Federation, Plastic Recycling Association of Singapore, SGTECH Digital Trust Chapter, IECEE Policy & Strategy Committee and Interim Sustainability Standards Committee established by ACRA. Richard also serves as a mentor in the Singapore Leaders Network Fellowship Mentoring Programme (SGLN), and the Singapore Polytechnic EEE Alumni Mentorship Programme (AMP).
 
Richard holds a Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering from Nanyang Technological University, a Master of Science (Industrial & Systems Engineering) from National University of Singapore, a Master of Finance from Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology and the Certified Financial Planner certification from the Financial Planning Association of Singapore. Richard is also an ICF Associate Certified Coach, an Accredited Belbin® Team Role Coach, a Team Psychological Safety Certified Practitioner, a Certified Mental Wellness Coach & Facilitator, and a Certified Career Coach.