Mediation News & Speeches

Justice Belinda Ang Appointed Senior Mediator

01 May 2026

The Singapore Mediation Centre (“SMC”) is honoured to welcome Justice Belinda Ang to its Senior Mediator Panel, with effect from 1 May 2026.

Since taking the helm of the SMC Board in September 2011, Justice Ang has led SMC through a remarkable period of growth and transformation. Under her leadership, SMC strengthened its presence locally and internationally, forged meaningful partnerships, expanded training opportunities, and introduced innovative ADR initiatives. Mediation and adjudication saw strong growth during her leadership, with SMC’s mission to facilitate access to justice expanding into online dispute resolution, dispute boards, and adjudication beyond construction-related claims. She also enhanced the Neutral Evaluation scheme by bringing retired judges onto the panels, further strengthening the depth and credibility of SMC’s offerings.

We are delighted that Justice Ang has chosen to continue her journey with SMC beyond her retirement from the Bench, where she last served at the apex court of the Supreme Court of Singapore. Her distinguished judicial experience will significantly strengthen our Senior Panel, enhance the credibility of our mediation services, and enrich the practice of fellow mediators and the experience of parties alike.

Justice Ang’s leadership and commitment have made a lasting impact on SMC. We are privileged to continue benefiting from her experience and guidance in this new capacity.

We warmly welcome Justice Ang to the panel and look forward to her continued contributions.

Leadership Transition at the Singapore Mediation Centre

12 Jan 2026

The Singapore Mediation Centre (SMC) marks a leadership transition as Justice Belinda Ang steps down as Chairperson of the SMC Board of Directors, following more than 14 years of dedicated service from September 2011 to 31 December 2025. Under her stewardship, SMC strengthened its role as Singapore’s primary mediation institution, expanded its capabilities, and deepened its impact locally and internationally.

SMC is pleased to welcome Justice Andre Maniam as Chairperson. A member of the SMC Board since October 2022, Justice Maniam brings continuity, deep institutional knowledge, and a strong commitment to advancing SMC’s mission. SMC looks forward to the next chapter under his leadership.

Justice Vincent Hoong Appointed Senior Mediator

08 Jan 2026

The Singapore Mediation Centre (“SMC”) is honoured to welcome Justice Vincent Hoong to its Senior Mediator Panel, with effect from 1 January 2026.

Justice Hoong brings to SMC a wealth of judicial and professional experience. He served as a Judge of the Supreme Court of Singapore, and as Presiding Judge of the State Courts, where he presided over a wide range of complex civil and commercial disputes, as well as criminal matters. Prior to his appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court, Justice Hoong served as Registrar of the Supreme Court. Earlier in his career, he also held key leadership roles at the Singapore Land Authority, including Chief Executive and Chief Legal Officer.

Justice Hoong’s extensive experience, sound judgment, and deep understanding of dispute resolution will be a valuable addition to SMC’s Senior Mediator Panel.

SMC warmly welcomes Justice Hoong to its community.