KUALA LUMPUR, December 11 – NanoMalaysia Berhad orchestrated a transformative event with the Malaysia EV Tech 2023 conference held at Sunway Putra Hotel. Graced by the official launch from YB Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup, Deputy Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, the conference illuminates Malaysia’s commitment to propelling its electric vehicle (EV) sector into a position of regional prominence. With the theme “Technology Sovereignty in EV Tech Development,” the conference served as a dynamic platform, drawing together key stakeholders to explore the trajectory of EV technology and sustainable mobility in Malaysia and the broader region.
Deputy Minister YB Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup, in his keynote address, highlighted Malaysia’s pioneering efforts in the electric vehicle frontier. Initiatives such as the Rapid Electric Vehicles Innovation Validation Ecosystem (REVIVE) underscore the country’s commitment to cutting-edge technologies and reducing carbon intensity. Malaysia’s vision includes advancements in energy storage, the Internet of Nano-Things, off-grid green charging stations, and the creation of EV prototypes. The focus on technological self-sufficiency aligns with national goals to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, making Malaysia a key player in EV tech development.
NanoMalaysia CEO Dr Rezal Khairi Ahmad outlined Malaysia’s strategic shift in focusing on the manufacturing of essential EV components rather than assembling foreign models. The Enabling Mobility Electrification for Green Economy (EMERGE) program, with its emphasis on battery cell technology and energy management, positions Malaysia to emerge as a leading exporter of EV components in the region. Dr Ahmad emphasized NanoMalaysia Berhad’s commitment to fortifying the local EV landscape, setting an ambitious goal to unveil 10,000 EV charging stations by 2025 under the Low Carbon Mobility Development Plan.
Malaysia EV Tech 2023 encapsulated the nation’s progress in the electric vehicle sector, bringing attention to regional collaborations, regulatory frameworks, and technological advancements. The conference, aligned with the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation’s (MOSTI) PRECISE initiative, embodies Malaysia’s dedication to becoming a hub for homegrown technology. As the world pivots toward sustainable mobility, Malaysia’s initiatives in the EV space position it as a key contributor to the global electric revolution.
