KUALA LUMPUR, October 12, 2023 – Leading automotive player Sime Darby Motors (SDM) has signed a
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gentari Sdn Bhd through its
subsidiary, Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd, to accelerate the
building of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations and
infrastructure across Sime Darby Motors’ network as well as
in other publicly accessible locations alongside other
supplementary initiatives.
The MoU will entail SDM and
Gentari exploring opportunities to establish EV charging stations
and related EV charging infrastructure at SDM’s automotive
facilities across Malaysia, as well as in SDM’s other
regional markets. To further enhance accessibility and convenience
for customers, the MoU will also explore establishing EV charging
facilities beyond SDM showrooms, such as at golf clubs, hotels,
and healthcare centres, amongst other potential locations. In
addition, to encourage EV adoption amongst Malaysians, the
collaboration will also look at value-added services for SDM
customers. These services may include EV charging subscription
plans, personalised home charging packages, portable charging
services, and flexible mobile charging solutions, amongst
others.
The MoU will also explore a potential
partnership for EV fleet solutions, catering to the evolving needs
of businesses and governments looking to transition to cleaner and
more sustainable transportation alternatives. Other joint projects
and initiatives aimed at enhancing EV adoption, improving
infrastructure, or developing new EV-related products or services
will also be considered.
Alongside this, recognising
the pivotal role of renewable energy, the MoU will also explore
solar energy projects, such as solar energy system installations
and solar energy storage solutions.
The MoU was
formalised at a signing ceremony between Jeffrey Gan, Managing
Director of Retail and Distribution of Sime Darby Motors Southeast
Asia, Hong Kong, and Macau, and Shah Yang Razalli,
Gentari’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer and CEO of Gentari
Green Mobility. Syed Ahmad Muzri, the Managing Director of Jaguar
Land Rover Malaysia and Haikal Zubir, the Chief Operating Officer
of Gentari Green Mobility, witnessed the signing.
“This
MoU underscores our commitment to shaping a sustainable future
through low carbon mobility. We look forward to working with
Gentari to accelerate environmental friendly technologies and
solutions for the automotive sector, particularly to support the
EV eco-system which continues to grow in Malaysia,” Jeffrey
Gan said.
Shah Yang Razalli added; “As we aim to
lead the way in sustainable transportation and clean energy
solutions, this collaboration marks an important stride towards a
larger initiative covering the Asia Pacific region. Leveraging
Sime Darby Motors’ established track record and extensive
regional footprint and our expertise, we are set to pave the way
for a broader alliance that will unite various OEMs within the SDM
portfolio. Together, we are strongly positioned to lead the charge
in low-carbon mobility and the transition to sustainable energy,
in creating a better future for the coming generations.”