Dr ZENG Xianting is Programme Director of the Advanced Manufacturing Training Academy (AMTA). He is responsible for leading and managing the Programme Office under the directive of AMTA Training Council. He oversees development of business strategic plan for AMTA in consultation with relevant stakeholders, and project execution to achieve AMTA strategic outcomes and objectives and key deliverables (KPIs).
Prior to his role leading AMTA, Xianting established the Knowledge Transfer Office (KTO) in Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech) of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) as the founding director to transfer knowledge and capability to the industry through case studies and hands-on practical training to meet technology and skills gaps. Under his leadership, SIMTech launched a broad portfolio of industrial training programmes to support the industry using a Learn-Practise-Implement model, which benefited about 1800 local companies with more than 8000 PMETs trained.
Besides his role in leading industrial training development, Xianting has been an active research scientist in the field of nanocomposite coating materials and plasma-enhanced PVD thin film processes. He published extensively, with his research outcomes and scientific achievements recognised internationally.
Xianting obtained his PhD degree in Physics from the Chinese University of Hong Kong in 1995, and his MSc and BSc degrees from the Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China in 1987 and 1982, respectively.
DR ZENG XIANTING
Programme Director,
AMTA Programme Office
MR CHUA YONG QUAN
Assistant Director, Skills and Training Development
Mr CHUA Yong Quan focuses on skills and training development for companies by identifying skills gaps for training needs. With a strong emphasis on fostering collaboration with strategic partners to bridge the gap between industry and training requirements. Thus, driving innovation and empowering companies on their learning journey and fostering growth through advanced manufacturing technologies.
Prior to his role with AMTA, Yong Quan was a Senior Research Engineer with Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology, where he specialized on sensorization and connectivity of machines on the shop floor. His research interests are in digitalisation and industrialisation technologies. With over 9 years of industry experience, he successfully led his team in implementing sensorization and connectivity solutions, enabling real-time monitoring and analysis for enhanced operational efficiency.
Yong Quan received his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering in 2013 from Nanyang Technological University. Reflecting to his commitment to continuous learning and professional development, he has obtained his Workforce Skills Qualifications Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance in 2021.
MR CHUA YONG QUAN
Assistant Director,
Skills and Training Development
MS PENNY LOH Assistant Manager, Publicity and Office Affairs
Penny oversees marketing and office operations at the Advanced Manufacturing Training Academy (AMTA), where she drives the execution of marketing strategies, digital campaigns, and industry outreach initiatives. She also manages internal operations and coordinates events and stakeholder engagements to support organisational effectiveness.
Prior to joining AMTA, Penny gained experience in digital marketing and account management across B2B and B2C sectors. She has managed client accounts, executed data-driven campaigns, and contributed to business growth through strategic marketing and client engagement.
Penny holds a Bachelor of Public Relations from Tunku Abdul Rahman University College. With a strong foundation in communication and marketing, she continues to focus on leveraging digital strategies to support industry transformation and outreach within the advanced manufacturing sector.
MS PENNY LOH Assistant Manager, Publicity and Office Affairs
