Established in 1935 in Singapore, RE Morris & Co was founded by two distinguished Englishmen, namely Mr. Edwin Morris(1880 - 1945) and Mr. E.G. Walker(1880 - 1948). Serving as trailblazers in the field of electrical engineering, they positioned the company as one of the pioneering electrical contracting firm in Singapore during the tumultuos period of World War 2.

Emerging from its modest origins as a small electrical contracting firm in Singapore, the company embarked on a diverse range of electrical projects in both Singapore and Malaya during its formative years. Following the conclusion of World War 2 in 1946, the enterprise underwent a transformation, becoming a private limited company offically known as R.E. Morris & Co Ltd. The reins of the business were confidently taken by Mr. Milton Tan, assuming leadership responsibilities as the two original founders returned to the UK for retirement..

Under the astute guidance of Mr. Milton Tan, a co-founder with a vision, the company swiftly gained prominence as a leading electrical engineering contractor. Throughout the early 1970s, the company solidified its standing by delivering exceptional services to both governmental bodies and commercial entities in Singapore and Malaysia. This period marked a pivotal chapter in the company's history, as it established a sterling reputation for excellence in the filed of electrical engineering under Mr. Milton Tan.

A visionary leader and the co-founder of RE Morris, Mr. Milton Tan was more than an engineer, he was a pioneer who helped shape the electrical engineering landscape of Southeast Asia. His career was defined by a commitment to technical excellence, regional cooperation, and the safety of the workforce. Mr. Milton tan's influence extended far beyond the wall of RE Morris. He was a champion for high standards across the sector, serving in several prestigious leadership capacities. " To lead is to serve, Mr. Milton Tan's legacy is built on the foundation of safety and good engineering practice that continue to guide our company in the 21st century." The modern DNA of Syarikat RE Morris was truly forged under the stewardship of Mr. Milton Tan.