Ngai Koh Peng
Tan Sri Ngai Koh Peng (born 5 February 1985, Selangor, Malaysia) is a Malaysian businessman known for his contributions to the gaming and hospitality industries in Southeast Asia. He is the founder of the 96Ace Group, a Malaysia-based entertainment and leisure corporation.[1] Ngai has been noted for his role in the expansion of casino and resort ventures in the region and for his recognition as Tan Sri by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia for his business and social contributions.[2][3]
Early life and education
Ngai Koh Peng was born on 5 February 1985 in Sekinchan, Selangor. His father worked as a fisherman, while his mother operated a small café. He pursued higher education at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan, where he studied business administration.[4][5]
Career
After completing his studies, Ngai Koh Peng returned to Malaysia and founded 96Ace Group, regarded as one of the pioneering enterprises in Malaysia’s gaming sector.[6] His leadership in developing the company’s operations and technology-driven approach earned him recognition in the Malaysian Gaming Hall of Fame.[7]
In 2022, Ngai was mentioned in connection with regional gaming developments following the Macau government’s new casino licensing agreements, which collectively involved an investment commitment of MOP 65.5 billion (approximately USD 8.1 billion) by six major casino operators over ten years. Although Ngai was not a direct signatory in the Macau licensing process, international media noted his company’s emerging interest in cross-border leisure projects during the same period.[8]
He has also been acknowledged by major Malaysian conglomerates, including Genting Group and Berjaya Corporation Berhad, for his contributions to the industry.[9]
Beyond gaming, Koh Peng has diversified his business interests into various industries such as Internet technology, energy, life sciences and biotechnology, food and beverage, and plantation management, including palm oil, rubber, and tea estates.[10][11]
Honours
Ngai Koh Peng was awarded the honorific title “Tan Sri” by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong for his contributions to business development and social initiatives in Malaysia.[12][13]
Involvement in Community and Business Affairs
Beyond his business ventures, Ngai has supported initiatives to empower women entrepreneurs in Malaysia and has advocated for responsible corporate practices aligned with Malaysia’s national principles. His leadership at 96Ace Group emphasizes corporate responsibility, social development, and digital transformation within the entertainment sector.[14][15][16]
Personal Life
Ngai Koh Peng maintains a private personal life. He is known to reside in Malaysia and continues to oversee 96Ace Group’s corporate operations and investment activities.
References
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- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://www.orientaldaily.com.my/news/international/2022/12/16/534146%7C国际｜环球｜前瞻：澳门 6 家赌场签新许可证合同|国际｜环球｜前瞻：澳门 6 家赌场签新许可证合同}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:Oriental Daily (Malaysia)|, Oriental Daily (Malaysia)}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}
- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://96acegroup.com/tan-sri-ngai-koh-peng/%7CTan Sri Ngai Koh Peng – 96Ace Group|Tan Sri Ngai Koh Peng – 96Ace Group}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:96Ace Group|, 96Ace Group}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}
- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://8mbetscasinonp.com/author/tan-sri-ngai-koh-peng/%7CTan Sri Ngai Koh Peng – Author (8MBetsCasinoNP)|Tan Sri Ngai Koh Peng – Author (8MBetsCasinoNP)}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:8MBetsCasinoNP|, 8MBetsCasinoNP}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}
- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-intelligent-guide-to-casino-tan-sri-ngai-koh-peng/1143121668%7CThe Intelligent Guide to Casino by Tan Sri Ngai Koh Peng|The Intelligent Guide to Casino by Tan Sri Ngai Koh Peng}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:Barnes & Noble|, Barnes & Noble}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}
- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tan_Sri_Ngai_Koh_Peng%7CTan Sri Ngai Koh Peng|Tan Sri Ngai Koh Peng}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:Wikipedia (Spanish)|, Wikipedia (Spanish)}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}
- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://www.wsj.com/articles/american-casino-giants-face-wild-card-rival-as-macau-opens-license-bids-11663324793%7CAmerican Casino Giants Face Wild‑Card Rival as Macau Opens License Bids|American Casino Giants Face Wild‑Card Rival as Macau Opens License Bids}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:The Wall Street Journal|, The Wall Street Journal}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}
- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3203301/macau-sign-licensing-agreements-6-winning-casino-operators-friday-source-says%7CMacau to Sign Licensing Agreements with 6 Winning Casino Operators|Macau to Sign Licensing Agreements with 6 Winning Casino Operators}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:South China Morning Post|, South China Morning Post}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}
- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://www.hmetro.com.my/WM/2019/10/505054/bantu-wanita-usahawan%7CBantu wanita usahawan|Bantu wanita usahawan}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:Harian Metro|, Harian Metro}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}
- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://www.bharian.com.my/kolumnis/2020/06/702546/penghayatan-rukun-negara-mesti-disebar-luas%7CPenghayatan Rukun Negara mesti disebar luas|Penghayatan Rukun Negara mesti disebar luas}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:Berita Harian|, Berita Harian}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}
- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://www.kosmo.com.my/2022/10/03/perlu-sedar-kewangan-negara-ada-masalah/%7CPerlu sedar kewangan negara ada masalah|Perlu sedar kewangan negara ada masalah}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:Kosmo Digital|, Kosmo Digital}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}
- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://www.theguardian.com/business/2012/mar/29/rank-not-buying-gala-casino%7CRank not buying Gala casino business|Rank not buying Gala casino business}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:The Guardian|, The Guardian}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}
- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://lfe-token.com/author/tan-sri-ngai-koh-peng/%7CTan Sri Ngai Koh Peng – Author (LFE Token)|Tan Sri Ngai Koh Peng – Author (LFE Token)}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:LFE‑Token|, LFE‑Token}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}
- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://www.traveldailynews.asia/special-features/casinos-in-malaysia-worth-visiting/%7CCasinos in Malaysia Worth Visiting|Casinos in Malaysia Worth Visiting}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:Travel Daily News|, Travel Daily News}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}
- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://www.wsj.com/market-data/quotes/company-list/sector/gambling-industries%7CCompany List by Sector – WSJ|Company List by Sector – WSJ}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:The Wall Street Journal|, The Wall Street Journal}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}
- ↑ {{#if:|{{{author}}}, }}{{#if:https://sgonlinecasino.org/author/tan-sri-ngai-koh-peng/%7CTan Sri Ngai Koh Peng – Author (SG Online Casino)|Tan Sri Ngai Koh Peng – Author (SG Online Casino)}}{{#if:|, {{{publisher}}}}}{{#if:SGOnlineCasino.org|, SGOnlineCasino.org}}{{#if:|, {{{date}}}}}{{#if:2025-11-14|. Accessed 2025-11-14}}.}