Gapuma Group Strengthens Asian Presence with Singapore Branch; Makes Senior Appointment

6th Janaury 2026

We are delighted to announce that Gapuma Switzerland officially opened its Singapore branch on 2nd January 2026, marking a significant milestone in our strategic expansion across the Asian markets.

The new office will serve as our regional hub for bulk chemicals and biofuels trading throughout Asia-Pacific, positioning us to better serve our clients and partners in this dynamic and growing region.

Welcoming Paul Kim as Trading Director, Asia Region

To lead this exciting venture, we are privileged to welcome Paul (Hyoung Jin) Kim as Trading Director, Asia Region. Paul brings over 25 years of distinguished experience in petrochemical trading, with deep expertise in aromatics, naphtha, base oils, and renewable energy commodities.

A Singaporean of Korean origin, Paul’s career includes leadership roles at Trammochem Asia, where he served as Asia Regional Business Leader and PX Global Product Manager, successfully growing the regional team and expanding operations across multiple markets. Prior to this, he honed his trading acumen at Samsung Corporation and founded Questum Trading Pte Ltd, demonstrating both entrepreneurial vision and operational excellence.

Paul’s extensive industry networks across Singapore, Korea, and China, combined with his strategic insight into Asian petrochemical markets, make him ideally positioned to drive Gapuma’s growth ambitions in the region. His appointment represents a significant strengthening of our trading capabilities and market intelligence in Asia.

Looking Ahead

This expansion reflects our commitment to serving the evolving needs of the bulk chemicals and biofuels sectors in Asia. With Paul’s leadership and our established global network, we are well-positioned to deliver value to our partners throughout the region.

We look forward to introducing Paul to our wider network and to the opportunities that lie ahead as we deepen our presence in Asian markets.