The Straits Times Singaporean of the Year 2026: About the sponsor and partners

The Singaporean of the Year (SOTY) 2026 award recognizes a Singaporean or group of citizens who have made significant contributions to society. This could be through achievements that put Singapore on the global stage or by going above and beyond to improve the lives of others in the community. The awards are organized by The Straits Times and presented by UBS Singapore, with Singapore Airlines and Millennium Hotels and Resorts as official airline and hotel partners, respectively.

UBS, a leading global wealth manager with assets under management totaling US$7.3 trillion, supports the SOTY initiative. Headquartered in Zurich, UBS operates in over 50 markets worldwide and has been present in Singapore since the 1970s. It is one of the top two wealth management centers in the Asia-Pacific region and serves as the South-east Asian headquarters for UBS's investment bank and APAC hub for foreign exchange, rates, and credit.

The SOTY 2026 categories include the main SOTY award, the Singaporean of the Year (International Impact) award, and the Young Singaporean of the Year award. Finalists receive monetary prizes, while the winners are granted travel experiences. The airline partner offers business-class tickets, while Millennium Hotels and Resorts provides accommodation stays.