PETALING JAYA, 18 April 2024 – Naza
Automotive Holdings Sdn Bhd (NAZA Auto), a leading player in
Malaysia’s automotive industry, recently formalised its
collaboration with Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd (Gentari), the
wholly-owned subsidiary of Gentari Sdn Bhd, a clean energy
solutions company. This strategic partnership sets the stage for
NAZA Auto’s readiness to become a formidable player in the
Electric Vehicle (EV) space, while simultaneously propelling
Malaysia towards a future deeply rooted in sustainable electric
mobility.
In this momentous move, NAZA Auto and Gentari
joined forces to create an all-encompassing electric mobility
ecosystem, laying the groundwork towards revolutionising the EV
landscape and redefining the trajectory of EV adoption in
Malaysia.
This partnership is set to empower all EV
users with nationwide access to a network of charging stations,
reflecting a pivotal shift towards embracing electric vehicles as
a cornerstone of Malaysia’s transportation landscape. The
comprehensive approach of NAZA Auto and Gentari underscores their
commitment to playing a leading role in steering the nation
towards an electrified future.
NAZA Group’s Executive Chairman SM Nasarudin SM
Nasimuddin
shared, “This partnership with Gentari is not only a
testament to our dedication to sustainability but also a bold step
towards accelerating Malaysia’s EV journey. It aligns
seamlessly with the Government’s vision of transitioning to
a greener economy by 2050. Our collaboration with Gentari
underlines our commitment to ensuring a thriving ecosystem for
EVs, one where accessibility meets environmental responsibility.
The deployment of EV-charging infrastructure bears witness to the
synergy between NAZA and Gentari, reaching not only our tenants
and communities but ultimately, every EV enthusiast
nationwide.”
According to
Shah Yang Razalli, Deputy CEO of Gentari and CEO of Gentari
Green Mobility, “At Gentari, our partnership with NAZA Group goes beyond
installing EV charging points. By leveraging NAZA Group’s
expansive business operations and Gentari’s innovative
solutions, we are committed to creating a safe and reliable
charging infrastructure across Malaysia that will instil
confidence among all electric vehicle users. Through this
collaboration, we empower individuals and businesses to embrace
sustainable transportation and pave the way towards a more
sustainable and connected future.”
Gentari is
poised to initiate the deployment of EV charging infrastructure
across a spectrum of properties owned by NAZA Group, ensuring
nation-spanning accessibility for EV users. The phased rollout of
this robust infrastructure commenced in August last year, with the
first installation at NAZA Tower, Platinum Park KLCC and more
recently at NAZA Automall in Petaling Jaya.
Meanwhile,
at the Group level, NAZA’s commitment to sustainability
extends to its ongoing projects. With strategic deployment plans
in place, NAZA’s property division is exploring the
integration of charging points at key developments like KL
Metropolis in Mont Kiara and TTDI Sentralis in Section 13, Shah
Alam. This forward-thinking approach will further solidify
NAZA’s position as an exemplary partner to the EV brand
that the company will represent in Malaysia. This move will also
showcase NAZA’s role in supporting the Government’s
National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) initiative to make
available 10,000 EV charging stations on highways and at
commercial buildings by 2025.
At the same time, NAZA
Auto’s unwavering commitment to provide top-tier solutions
for electric mobility aligns seamlessly with Gentari’s
vision to build a robust charging infrastructure network towards
supporting the Nation’s transition to electric vehicles.
Together, the parties present an enticing proposition to the EV
principal that NAZA Auto will be representing, showcasing the
Malaysian market’s readiness for electrification.
This
exceptional partnership is rooted in a shared dedication to
sustainability, innovation and seamless user experiences. By
offering comprehensive EV charging solutions, Gentari supports
NAZA Auto’s commitment to embrace electric mobility
throughout its diverse portfolio. From properties to assets, NAZA
Group is opening up its extensive network to accommodate a
seamless charging experience, to ensure its potential EV customers
and all EV users will have unparalleled access to charging
stations across Malaysia.