Partners
Founding Partners
Jardine Matheson was formed as a trading partnership in 1832 by William Jardine and James Matheson. The two founders instilled an enterprising culture and understood the need to build strong relationships in business.
Today Jardine Matheson is a diversified business group focused principally on markets in Greater China and Southeast Asia.
The Group operating companies include wholly-owned Jardine Pacific and Jardine Motors, together with strategic shareholdings in listed entities Hongkong Land, Dairy Farm, Mandarin Oriental, Jardine Lloyd Thompson and Jardine Cycle & Carriage, which in turn has a shareholding in Astra International. The Group has significant minority stakes in Mainland-listed supermarket chain Yonghui and one of mainland China’s leading motor dealership groups Zhongsheng. The businesses employ 430,000 people. Through a balance of cash producing activities, investment in new businesses and long-term property assets, the Group aims to produce sustained growth in shareholder value.
In Myanmar the Group s represented by Jardine Schindler (lift and escalator installation and service since 1999), JEC (electrical and mechanical engineering contracting and sales), Jardine Cycle & Carrirage (Mercedes Benz, Mazda, Fuso and Changan vehicle sales and service in JV with IBTC), Jardine Restaurant Group (Pizza Hut in JV with City Mart Holdings) and JLT (insurance and reinsurance brokers).
Prudential plc is incorporated in England and Wales, and its affiliated companies constitute one of the world's leading financial services groups. It provides insurance and financial services through its subsidiaries and affiliates throughout the world. It has been in existence for more than 165 years and has £505 billion in assets under management (as at 31 December 2014). Prudential plc is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential Financial, Inc., a company whose principal place of business is in the United States of America. Prudential Corporation Asia is a business unit of Prudential plc, comprising its life insurance operations in Asia, and its asset management business, Eastspring Investments. It is headquartered in Hong Kong. Prudential is a leading life insurer that spans 12 markets in Asia, covering Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. It has representative offices in Myanmar and Laos. Prudential has a robust multi-channel distribution platform providing a comprehensive range of savings, investment and protection products to meet the diverse needs of Asian people.
Standard Chartered PLC is a leading international banking group, with more than 86,000 employees and a 150-year history in some of the world’s most dynamic markets. Standard Chartered banks the people and companies driving investment, trade and the creation of wealth across Asia, Africa and the Middle East, where it earns around 90 per cent of its income and profits. Standard Chartered’s heritage and values are expressed in its brand promise, Here for good.
Standard Chartered PLC is listed on the London and Hong Kong Stock Exchanges as well as the Bombay and National Stock Exchanges in India.
Standard Chartered first opened its doors for business in Yangon in 1862 under what was then called the Chartered Bank of India, Australia, and China. At the time, Chartered Bank was at the forefront of financing the flourishing rice trade from Myanmar and into Europe. In 1963, Chartered Bank was nationalized with all other commercial banks in Myanmar. With Myanmar’s re-engagement with the international community, Standard Chartered Bank re-established its presence in 2013 as a representative office.
Platinum Partners
Established in 1995, Awba is Myanmar’s largest manufacturer and distributor of agricultural technology with a focus on crop protection, crop nutrition and high-quality seeds. oday, we employ more than 1,500 agronomists to serve 3.2 million farming families over agriculturally significant rural areas through providing holistic solutions across the agricultural value chain.
Ayeyarwady Bank received its banking license from the Central Bank of Myanmar on 2 July 2010 and began operations on 11 August 2010. The bank is authorized to operate as an investment or development bank for the domestic market and the approved banking activities include:
- Borrowing or Raising of money
- Lending or Advancing of Money either secured or unsecured
- Receiving Securities or Valuables for Safe Custody
- Collecting and Transmitting money and Securities
- Provides International Banking Services including international remittance, payment and trade services
Ayeyarwady Bank subscribes to global standards in governance, risk and compliance in its management and operations. The bank has engaged talents with both domestic and international exposures and has invested significantly in training and technology as a way to ensure long term sustainable growth for the bank and for the community it serves.
KBZ Bank: A new generation of banking
For over two decades, KBZ Bank has been part of Myanmar’s growth story, working tirelessly to strengthen communities and institutions for the long term and to improve the quality of life for all. As Myanmar’s largest privately-owned bank, we represent nearly 40 percent of both retail and commercial banking in the country, driving the success of the nation’s entrepreneurs, businesses and communities. Today, KBZ Bank is helping to fast-track Myanmar’s development in the digital age, embracing next-generation banking.
We have seized the advantages of mobile-first technology in promoting financial inclusion and connecting our customers to the people, opportunities and places that they value most. Through KBZPay, Myanmar’s fastest-growing mobile wallet, we have brought banking beyond our 500 branches and to even more communities. We are also transforming from the inside out, drawing on the latest technologies to work more efficiently and serve our customers better, while developing the bankers and leaders of the future. The future of Myanmar will be built on the strength of its key institutions and KBZ Bank is leading the way.
Memories Group’s Integrated Tourism Platform offers a range of quality hotels, experiences and services under a cohesive brand overseen by a highly qualified management team. It synergistically connects all its businesses to provide a seamless, one-of-a-kind experience aimed at creating lasting memories. The group’s strategy is to leverage on its innovative concept to further establish its position as a leading hospitality and tourism company in Myanmar. The platform comprises of three business segments: The HOTELS segment features Awei Pila tented beach villas in the Mergui Archipelago, Awei Metta urban city resort in Yangon, Keinnara eco-lodges in Hpa An and Loikaw, Hotel Suggati city hotel in Mawlamyaing. The EXPERIENCES segment feature Balloons Over Bagan including Inle & Pindaya, and Burma Boating. The SERVICES segment features Memories Travel, a travel and destination management company providing cutting edge and avant-garde itineraries to international arrivals from North American, Europe, Southeast Asia, East Asia and Oceania.Surrounded by lush green flora and fauna, Awei Metta is the perfect place to escape.
Located on the banks of Pun Hlaing & Hlaing Rivers, this exclusive resort caters to leisure travellers looking for a peaceful atmosphere to recharge and rejuvenate or a venue to celebrate special corporate events or private anniversaries, honeymoons or weddings.
Food aficionados will be delighted to find a renowned healthful cuisine, eclectic and seasonally fresh menus, and a splendid selection of cigars, wines and spirits.
Housing a collection of luxurious amenities and services, Awei Metta is the perfect choice for the business travellers wishing to combine or extend their trips with some relaxation and freshness. Club house facilities include wellness spa treatments, gym, outdoor pool and tennis courts.
“Norstar was founded in 1998 with a mission to deliver the highest level of service and professionalism to our partners. The priority placed on long-term relationships built on a strong foundation of trust sets Norstar apart from its peers. Norstar delivers safe, efficient, and reliable transportation & logistics services to our partners whilst contributing to a positive social and environmental impact is integral to what we do and our approach. Norstar embodies a strategic and collaborative approach with partners to foster mutually beneficial outcomes that also strive to enhance innovations in sustainability solutions. The Norstar Group of Companies is able to deliver a streamlined service to its partners as it provides fully integrated competencies comprising commercial, technical, crewing, and accounting.
* The Norstar Group of Companies is comprised of Norstar Shipping (USA) LLC, Norstar Chartering (USA) LLC, Norstar Shipping & Trading Ltd. BVI, Norstar Shipping (Asia) Pte Ltd., Norstar Ship Management Pte Ltd., Norstar Crew Management Co. Ltd., Norstar Shipping Group Tokyo Office.”
Unilever is one of the world’s leading suppliers of fast-moving consumer goods. Our products are sold in over 190 countries and used by 2 billion consumers every day.We aim to create an environment in which all employees can fulfil their potential.Ourpurpose is to make sustainable living commonplace.
We work to create a better future every day, with brands and services that help people feel good, look good and get more out of life.
Our first priority is to our consumers – then customers, employees, suppliers and communities.
Our vision is to double the size of the business, whilst reducing our environmental footprint and increasing our positive social impact.
We have long been working and reporting on our impact on society and the environment. Our Sustainable Living Plan brings together all this work and sets many new targets.
Our Sustainable Living Plan will result in three significant outcomes by 2020.
- We will help more than 1 billion people take action to improve their health and well-being.
- We will halve the environmental impact of the making and use of our products.
- We will source 100% of agricultural raw materials sustainably.
Unilever is one of the world’s most culturally diverse companies.
Listed on the Main Board of the Singapore Securities Exchange Trading Limited (SGX-ST), Yoma Strategic Holdings Ltd. is a leading business corporation with real estate, consumer, automotive, agriculture & logistic and tourism businesses in Myanmar. Together with its partner, the SPA Group, the Group is taking a conglomerate approach to build a diversified portfolio of businesses in Myanmar.
Mandalay Founding Partners
London Business Academy is founded in 2017. In partnership with University of Chichester, CIM University, ICM (Institute of Commercial Management), ABE UK, ABE Endorsed. LBA already have been over 1500 students.
Myanmar traditional snacks enterprise was established in 1912 by U Thant and Daw Chit Chit using the name “Shwe Nan Daw”.
The brand was launched and then rejuvenation to “Myint Myint Khin Myanmar Traditional Snacks Enterprise” in 1985. Myint Myint Khin enterprise registered a trademark in Myanmar in 1991. In 2016, the enterprise transformed to MMK Myanmar Traditional Snacks Company in accordance with Myanmar Company Acts.
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Gold Partners
ABE is a not-for-profit internationally recognised awarding organisation and skills development specialist providing learning, credentials and quality assurance. Its mission is to empower people to transform their lives and communities through gaining high-quality business, management and entrepreneurial skills.
Through an international network of accredited TVET centres, ABE enables people to become professionally qualified in business management, frequently providing a pathway to university education for people to whom it would have been inaccessible.
With a network of international partners across four continents, ABE develops skills that empowers individuals, reduces gender inequality, and tackles extreme poverty. Since we started in 1973, around 1.5-million people globally have gained an ABE professional business qualification.
Carlsberg was established in 1847 by J.C.Jacobsen. Today, the Carlsberg Group has become one of the leading brewery groups in the world, with a large portfolio of beer and other beverage brands. Its flagship brand – Carlsberg – is one of the best-known beer brands in the world. Around 41,000 people work for the Carlsberg Group, and its products are sold in more than 150 markets.
The Carlsberg Group entered into Myanmar market in 2013 by forming a joint venture with Myanmar Golden Star Breweries (MGS). Carlsberg Myanmar built a state-of-the-art brewery in Bago, the country’s first international brewery, and filled its first bottle in April 2015. Carlsberg Myanmar brews two international brands – Carlsberg and Tuborg, as well as two local favourites - Yoma and Black Eagle, that are all distributed and sold nationwide. The company has employed more than 400 employees across the country and 99% of which are Myanmar nationals. Thanks to various efforts to create Carlsberg Myanmar as the best employer, the company has been awarded several accolades including the “People’s Choice Award” in 2019 by the prestigious Myanmar Employer Awards.
FocusCore Corporate Services incorporated in January 2014 to provide Myanmar company registration and ongoing corporate secretarial services to global, regional and domestic corporations. FocusCore have become experts on doing business in Myanmar. It is a land of exceptional potential. It is also a market that presents many challenges without the right planning and ongoing support.
From Myanmar company registration to day to day operations, there are innumerable rules and regulations to be followed. Moreover, the requirements often change. One small error in the paperwork can be expensive in terms of time and money.
We exist to solve the problems and enable your success. We allow you to focus on your core business by aiding you with: company incorporation services, ongoing corporate secretarial services, payroll & bookkeeping services and business support services. Leave all the headaches like incorporation, finding office space and staff, bookkeeping, taxation and more to us. FocusCore also helps companies to prosper in Tokyo, Singapore and Hong Kong.
We know Myanmar in-depth and are able to minimize risks while maximizing opportunities. Our international management team has over 60 years of combined experience in the region. In short, we will be there to assist you throughout the development of your business in Myanmar, from when you arrive and while you thrive.
Get in contact with our team today to understand more how we can assist your entry and setup in Myanmar.
K K Myanmar is a registered Company Limited (Limited Liability Company), in Yangon, Myanmar which has many years of experience. The Company steadily expanded and diversified into the fields of Construction & Developer, Industrial Machinery Saw Timber, General Trading, Ship Owner, Shipping Agency, Aviation Services, Aircraft Charter and Broker, Hotel Management, Real Estate and Freight Forwarding, Travels and Tours, Financial Services and Humanitarian Aid Supply and etc. in Asia, Africa region, Middle East and United State. K K Myanmar Business Group was formed,comprising eight independent entities, which are:
1. Gulf Agency Company
2. Asia Win Aviation
3. Global Sea Trader
4. Noble Yangon Construction
5. Gulf Travel and Tour
6. Win Money Changer
7. Real Estate and Law Firm
ShweTaung Group is one of the leading corporations in Myanmar. Founded in 1990, its mission is to inspire lives through responsible investment and sustainable development. STG conceives and executes business strategies that align investors' interest with broader environmental, social and economic objectives for the society. The company continues to shape the future of the living and working environments in Myanmar by developing real estate projects and infrastructure developments aiming to transform the lives of the Myanmar people. STG is one of the country's largest employers with a workforce of more than 6,000 people. As a good corporate citizen, it pursues pro-active social and environmental programs dedicated to enhancing its human capital, protecting the environment, profiting the community and insuring transparent governance and accountability practices. The company's varied business portfolio that includes Real Estates, Shopping Centers, Constructions, Engineering, Energy, Infrastructure, Cement and Construction Materials, Hotels, Entertainment, Trading & Investment have continuously been supportive of National development for more than two decades.
Airline Partners
Mingalar commences flights, spreading our wings into a dynamic & hopeful future, while taking cue from the rich history of Myanmar aviation tradition.
Mingalar reflects our dedication to providing you with an elevated, memorable travel experience and our unwavering commitment to your journey!
MAI flies between Yangon and Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Gaya, Guangzhou, Kolkata and between Mandalay and Bangkok. MAI started its charter flight to Korea and Japan in March 2013.
MAI is a member of the IATA Clearing House (ICH) and the IATA and a partner of MITA system. MAI is the only recipient in Myanmar of the IATA Operational Safety Audit Program (IOSA) Operator. MAI has been awarded "2014 ASEAN BUSINESS AWARDS" as the National Winner (Myanmar) for Most Admired ASEAN Enterprise, ASEAN Centricity by ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC).
The aircrafts are operated by an internationally experienced team of skilled aviation personnel. Safety and Comfort of passengers have always been first priority.To this date MAI able to keep 100% safety and accident free in aviation history and record book.
Singapore Airlines is a global company dedicated to providing air transportation services of the highest quality. First formed in 1972, Singapore’s flag carrier is best known for its multiple travel accolades—in 2022 alone, SQ has won over 44 awards, including Best Airline, Best Cabin Staff, and Best First Class from UK-based publication Business Travellers.
Singapore Airlines is also world renowned for its impeccable service standards, embodied in its kebaya (traditional nonya dress)-clad flight attendants, famously known as the Singapore Girl. The airline is also famous for offering luxurious flight experiences across all cabin classes, with state-of-the-art entertainment options, spacious cabins, and a commitment to making flying a personal experience. SQ’s international culinary panel—which comprises eight chefs from all around the globe—are constantly whipping up new dishes to delight the taste buds of passengers onboard. Passengers flying on its premium cabins can also curate their own culinary experience through the “Book the Cook” service. Together with its budget carrier arm, Scoot, Singapore Airlines operates a fleet of more than 180 aircraft, with a combined passenger network that spans more than 130 destinations through Changi Airport, the world’s best airport.
Social Impact Partners
Business Coalition for Gender Equality (BCGE). BCGE is a non-profit association and a coalition of companies committed to promoting gender equality in the workplace in Myanmar. BCGE encourages all companies and organisations in the private sector to initiate workplace gender equality, diversity & inclusion practices and serves as trusted advisor and a centre of excellence to support their journey.
Step-In Step-Up are a charitable organisation working in the Hlaing Thar Yar township villages, with a mission to empower and educate underprivileged young adults. They have numerous programs and activities including -
Step-in Step-up Vocational Training Academy an initiative focusing on preparing local youth for entry level jobs.
Training includes spoken English, soft skills, vocational skills and practical internships for roles in general and specialised housekeeping, landscaping, F&B kitchen and waiter, as well as front of house in both hotel and other restaurants. The programme also educates these youth about dangers of trafficking and exploitation.
Step-in Step-up GAP Kids a programme run in conjunction with volunteer teachers from Dulwich College Yangon aimed at school students aged between 10 and 17 years old.
The primary goal is to teach English through a variety of educational activities including mathematics, science, photography, art, choral and sports; with a secondary aim to develop awareness and learn strategies to deal with pertinent social and environmental issues such as trafficking.
Agriculture 101 led by a resident Agronomist teaches Step-in Step-up interns how to cultivate soil and grow vegetables.
Step-in Step-up also has ongoing initiatives to find sustainable ways of cleaning and maintaining the Hlaing Thar Yar township villages, reducing problems with mosquitoes, disease and trash, also supports humanitarian initiatives.
The Chamber hope to support Step In Step Up throughout the year, in their many activities through a number of channels, be that donations, man power for clean up’s or circulating information to our member companies. One area we are particularly keen to explore is internship opportunities within Member Companies for the young people in the various programs.