United Plantations Berhad announced the appointment of Mr. Yap Seng Chong Independent and Non Executive Director of the company with effect from April 26, 2022. Mr. Yap Seng Chong's career at one of the big four accounting firms, spanned 35 years, two of which were in the London office of the said accounting firm providing various types of assurance and business advisory services. He previously held positions as Head of Assurance practice, Professional Practice Director, ASEAN Regional and Country Independence Leader before his retirement in 2021.

He is the Chairman of Risk Committee and a Board Member of Malaysia Smelting Corporation Berhad.