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- Stamford Tyres Corporation Limited is a Singapore-based investment holding company engaged primarily in the wholesale and retail distribution of international tyre brands, manufacturing, and automotive-related services. The company’s main products include tyres under brands such as Falken, Dunlop, Continental, and Maxam; aluminium alloy wheels manufacturing and sales; tyre retreading services; equipment trading; and motor vehicle servicing. Stamford Tyres operates retail outlets including Mega Mart and Tyre Mart, offering comprehensive automotive products like tyres, wheels, batteries, car audio, and accessories. The company also provides truck and off-the-road tyre management services across its geographic operations, which span South East Asia, North Asia, and Africa.
Founded in 1968 and headquartered in Jurong, Singapore, Stamford Tyres segments its business into four regional units: South East Asia, North Asia, Africa, and Others. It conducts design and contract manufacturing of tyres for proprietary brands and operates regional retail operations alongside wholesale distribution. Recent major changes include strategic asset acquisitions in Indonesia to expand its manufacturing capacity, with property, plant, and equipment assets increased to S$48.1 million by October 2024, reflecting the company's growth initiatives in the region. Leadership changes occurred with the appointment of Dawn Wee Wai Ying as Executive Chairman effective November 2024. Additionally, Stamford Tyres completed the sale of a unit at North Link Building in 2024, part of operational streamlining efforts. Despite challenging market conditions, the company continues to focus on expanding its footprint and enhancing product offerings across its core markets.
The company maintains a diversified portfolio targeting various customer segments from retail consumers to commercial fleet operators. It integrates advanced manufacturing and service capabilities to support its regional distribution network. Stamford Tyres continues to leverage partnerships with leading tyre brands and adapts to evolving market demands through innovation and strategic regional expansions. Its operational focus remains on tyre and wheel products, complemented by automotive accessories and vehicle servicing solutions, positioning Stamford Tyres as a comprehensive tyre and automotive service provider in Asia and beyond. The company is listed on the Singapore Exchange under the ticker S29.SI.