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Lim Kuang Sia

Lim Kuang Sia

Founder director of Kossan

Company
Kossan
Business roots
Malaysia
Industry
Manufacturing

Lim Kuang Sia is a founder director of Kossan with a background in chemistry and chemical engineering. His activities also include establishing Yayasan Kossan and supporting educational institutions.

Lim Kuang Sia brought scientific training to his career with Kossan. He graduated in chemistry from Nanyang University in Singapore in 1975, followed by a postgraduate diploma in chemical engineering at University College London and a master’s degree at Imperial College London.

Kossan records his appointment to its board on 14 June 1979 and identifies him as a founder director. Outside the company, he founded Yayasan Kossan. His corporate biography also documents involvement with business chambers, school boards and community organisations, reflecting a professional life that extends beyond his work in manufacturing.

Milestones

  • 1975 — Graduated in chemistry from Nanyang University.
  • 1977 — Completed a master's in chemical engineering.
  • 1979 — Appointed to Kossan's board.