Great Eastern Takaful Berhad

Type of Investor:
Takaful
AuM Assets Held US$:
20630242575
City:
Kuala Lumpur
Country:
Malaysia
Region:
-
+603 4259 8338
About

Great Eastern Takaful Berhad (GETB) is a joint venture company between i Great Capital Holdings Sdn Bhd (i-Great), a subsidiary of Great Eastern Holdings Limited and Koperasi Angkatan Tentera (M) Berhad. Launched in 2010, Great Eastern Takaful is committed in providing comprehensive family takaful solutions which provide health and financial protection in its effort to narrow the protection gap amongst Malaysians, including the lower income segments (B40). Adopted the Takaful for all approach, its business operations are well supported by various distribution channels, corporate and bank partners in its quest to remain its position in the industry and to fulfil customers protection needs.

Beyond its business operations, Great Eastern Takaful has actively carried out various corporate social responsibility initiatives, focusing on education (GET-Pintar), community development (GETCare) and environmental Protection (GET-Green) to help the community enhance their quality of life.

The aspiration of Great Eastern Takaful to reach for great with fellow Malaysians was proven through various local and international awards and recognitions. Among the latest recognition is the Best Takaful Provider Malaysia 2022 by Global Business Outlook Awards and in 2023, Great Eastern Takaful was awarded the Most Valuable Brand Takaful Solutions by The BrandLaureate BestBrands Awards, the Best Takaful Solutions Provider by Global Islamic Finance Awards (GIFA) and few Takaful Star Awards by the Malaysian Takaful Association. 2024 observed Great Eastern Takaful being named The Best Employer by the Kincentric Best Employers Award, awarded the Best Takaful Solution Provider by Global Islamic Finance Awards (GIFA), honoured with the Initiative Award Upcycling by the ESGBusiness Awards and received several other awards from the HR Excellence Awards 2024.

The Government of Malaysia had also appointed Great Eastern Takaful as the administrator of mySalam, the national health protection scheme, under the supervision of Bank Negara Malaysia.

Asset Allocation/Holding Type
  • Financial Services
Known Investment Strategies

GETB adheres to Shariah principles in its investment approach, focusing on:
-Diversified Portfolio:
Investments are made across various sectors, including equities, fixed income, and cash, to navigate market uncertainties and ensure long-term financial stability.
– Shariah-Compliant Instruments:
All investments are screened to exclude elements prohibited in Islam, such as riba (interest), gharar (excessive uncertainty), and maysir (gambling).
– Investment-Linked Takaful Plans:
Participants’ contributions are partially allocated to investment funds of their choice, allowing for potential returns while providing protection coverage.

Key Executives & Board of Directors
Shahrul Azlan Shahriman Chief Executive Officer
Email: shahriman@greateasternlife.com
Mobile: 03-4259 8338
Country: Malaysia
Region: Asia Pacific
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Zafri Ab Halim Chief Executive Officer
Email: zafrihalim@greateasternlife.com
Country: Malaysia
Region: Asia Pacific
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Greg Hingston Group Chief Executive Officer
Email: greghingston@greateasternlife.com
Country: Singapore
Region: Asia Pacific
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Branch Offices
Great Eastern Takaful Berhad Address: Level 3, Menara Great Eastern, No. 303, Jalan Ampang, Wilayah Persekutuan, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
City: Kuala Lumpur
Country: Malaysia
Region: Asia Pacific
PT Great Eastern Life Indonesia Address: Menara Karya, 5th Floor, Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said Blok X-5 Kav. 1-2, South Jakarta 12950, Indonesia
City: Jakarta
Country: Indonesia
Region: Asia Pacific
HQ Address
Menara Great Eastern, 303 Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Year Founded
2010
Countries of Interest
Malaysia

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