UEM Edgenta’s MD and CEO Syahrunizam Samsudin resigns

PETALING JAYA: UEM Edgenta Bhd has announced the resignation of its managing director and chief executive officer Syahrunizam Samsudin, with effect from Aug 31, 2025.

In a filing with Bursa Malaysia, the asset management and infrastructure solutions company said Syahrunizam, 51, had resigned to pursue other opportunities.

"The board has commenced the process of identifying a suitable successor for the role,” said UEM Edgenta.

According to the company’s annual report, Syahrunizam began his career as a returning PETRONAS scholar serving in the corporate planning and development division and later became the founding shareholder and chief operating officer of PETRONAS’ first IT outsourcing company.

Prior to joining UEM Edgenta, Syahrunizam was the chief executive officer of Touch ‘n Go Sdn Bhd.