MEASAT Appoints Dr. Edmund Kong as CTO

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, February 25, 2016–MEASAT Global Berhad announced today the appointment of Dr. Edmund Kong as the company’s Chief Technology Officer. 

Dr. Kong will focus on developing MEASAT’s long term technology strategy. He will be responsible for understanding technology trends in the satellite and communication sectors, and in developing opportunities for MEASAT. Dr. Kong will also be working with Dr. Ali on new satellite procurements. 

“We are delighted to welcome Dr. Kong to our senior leadership team,” said Paul Brown-Kenyon, MEASAT’s Chief Executive Officer. “His technical knowledge, industry expertise, and years of aerospace experience will be invaluable in ensuring MEASAT continues to innovate and remain at the forefront of the communications industry across the region.” 

Dr. Kong holds a PhD in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) while spending four years at MIT Space Systems Laboratory as Research Scientist; and most recently, working at a leading aerospace manufacturer as Product Line Chief Engineer. He has 20 years of experience in the satellite industry.

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