Workplace Safety Across Borders Dialogue: Regional Perspectives for Multi-Market Operations
Located at OS+H Asia Conference Hall
As businesses continue to expand across Southeast Asia, navigating different workplace safety regulations, workforce practices and operating environments has become increasingly important. Workplace Safety Across Borders brings together regulators, industry associations, employers and workplace safety professionals from Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia to exchange perspectives, share practical experiences and discuss the common challenges of managing safety across multiple markets. Gain valuable regional insights, strengthen cross-border collaboration and discover practical approaches to building safer, more consistent operations throughout the region.
9 September: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Key Highlights
Regional Perspectives
Hear from representatives across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia on the latest workplace safety developments.
Cross-Border Challenges
Explore the practical realities of managing workplace safety across different regulatory and operating environments.
Shared Best Practices
Learn how organisations are building consistent safety standards and strengthening workforce capabilities across multiple markets.
Regional Collaboration
Exchange ideas and connect with policymakers, industry associations, employers and workplace safety professionals from across Southeast Asia.
Who should attend?
- Government and regulatory representatives
- Industry associations and professional bodies
- Workplace Safety and Health professionals
- HSE managers and directors
- Occupational health professionals
- Corporate safety leaders overseeing regional operations
- Manufacturing, engineering and industrial operations leaders
- Employers with operations across multiple Southeast Asian markets
- Workplace safety consultants and advisors
- Human resources and workforce development leaders
- Business leaders responsible for regional operations, compliance and workforce safety
Agenda on 9 September 2026, Wednesday
Marina Bay Sands, Hall C
*This is a preliminary agenda and subject to changes
10:00 am
Guests Arrival
10:10 am
Welcome Address
By Mr Lars Wismer, Managing Director, Messe Düsseldorf Asia
10:15 am
Singapore Presentation by:
Ms Jaime Lim, Director, Major Hazards Department and OSH Specialist Department, Occupational Safety and Health Division, Ministry of Manpower
Topic: Singapore’s Workplace Safety & Health: A Vision Zero Mindset
10:30 am
Indonesia Presentation by:
Dr Nyanyang Haris Pratamura, S.E., M.Si Vice Governor of Riau Islands Province
Topic: OSH Framework for Foreign Companies Operating in the KEPRI Free Trade Zones (tbc)
10:45 am
Malaysia Presentation by: (TBC)
Dato’ Haji Ayop Salleh – Executive Director NIOSH
Topic: OSH Best Practices Across Malaysia’s Industrial Hubs (tbc)
11:00 am
Thailand Presentation by: (TBC)
President of Thailand Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (Public Organization) T-OSH
Topic: Thailand’s Vision to Promote Safety Culture for Healthy Worker Society within Year 2036 (tbc)
11:15 am
Guest Country Presentation – South Korea
Mr Dong-Young Shin – Head, ESG Management & Performance Office Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency (KOSHA)
Topic: From Regulatory Reform to AI-Driven Prevention: Korea’s Evolving Occupational Safety and Health System
11:30 – 11:50 am
(Audience questions and comments will be incorporated throughout the discussion.)
A moderated discussion with all country representatives exploring:
How do companies maintain safe, compliant and consistent operations as supply chains, investments and workforces become increasingly integrated across Southeast Asia?
• Common workplace safety challenges across Southeast Asia
• Workplace safety across borders: lessons, challenges and practical considerations
• Workforce competency and capability development across multiple jurisdictions
• Supporting safe and consistent operations within regional economic corridors and industrial clusters
• Opportunities for regional knowledge-sharing and collaboration
11:50 – 12:00 pm
Token of Appreciation Presentation & Photo-Taking
Programme ends
Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Priority will be given to WSH professionals, industry representatives and invited guests. Please contact OS+H Asia Marketing & Experiences team: calvin@mda.com.sg to register your interest and attendance confirmation.
