Bangkok, – As the transition to electric mobility continues to accelerate globally, the 4th International Conference Charging & Battery ASEAN will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and technology innovators in Thailand’s capital. With a strong regional focus, the event will address the pressing questions that will shape Southeast Asia’s role in the evolving battery and EV landscape.
The opening day will begin with a focus on the electrification of commercial vehicles and buses in ASEAN. Virat Patel, Managing Director of Pioneer Consulting Asia-Pacific, will outline the structural and strategic differences between Western and ASEAN markets, emphasizing infrastructure gaps and consumer perception as major challenges for EV adoption. Ralf Kraemer, CEO of Daimler Truck Thailand, will follow with a keynote on Thailand’s electric truck market, highlighting infrastructure needs as central to scalable fleet integration. The discussion will then broaden to charging logistics, with contributions from The Mobility House and Plugit, offering insights into optimized solutions for commercial fleets across the region.
A central topic on the first day will be the evolving EU Battery Regulation (2023/1542) and its implications for ASEAN stakeholders. Presentations by TÜV SÜD and AVL Technologies will explore compliance strategies, new testing standards, and the potential of digital battery passports to not only ensure traceability but also unlock new business models. TÜV Rheinland will shed light on the carbon footprint criteria under the regulation, framing sustainability as both a regulatory and strategic priority.
The first day will conclude with a closer look at battery recycling and second-life applications, as Umicore Thailand will present Thailand’s role in closing the battery loop. This topic, highlighting circular economy approaches, will bridge regulation and innovation in sustainable battery management.
On the second day, attention will turn to premium EV market dynamics and charging efficiency. Krisda Utamote of BMW Group Thailand will present an overview of Thailand’s premium EV segment, pointing out opportunities amidst global volatility. Chantakorn David Gridwitchayayarkarn of EVAT will expand on infrastructure progress and ecosystem readiness, positioning Thailand as an emerging EV hub in the region. These discussions will be followed by sessions on modular battery design, intelligent in-vehicle charging ecosystems powered by generative AI, and the role of microgrid applications for decentralized power solutions Peter Willemsen, Webasto President & EVP Region APAC, Pascal Bergougnou, Amazon Web Services and Jochen Siebert, Managing Partner of JPW Asia Consulting.
A key discussion in the afternoon will address geopolitical influences on EV battery supply chains. John H. Kwon from global battery leader CATL will analyze how U.S. policy shifts and resource nationalism are expected to reshape global sourcing strategies, especially for mineral-rich Asian economies.
The final segment will explore hydrogen as a future technology for Thailand. Suwanchotchoung Narun from the Hydrogen Thailand Association will present upcoming infrastructure initiatives and pilot projects. Christian Biedermann from Bosch will round off the session with an overview of hydrogen systems in mobility, contrasting fuel cell and H₂ engine technologies and emphasizing the company’s commitment to scalable hydrogen solutions in Southeast Asia.
With delegates expected from across the ASEAN region and international experts, the conference will provide a vital platform for knowledge exchange and strategic dialogue.
From battery innovation to charging technologies and solutions to regulatory alignment and digital integration, the event will demonstrate that Southeast Asia, and Thailand in particular, is preparing to play a central role in the global mobility transformation.
For full details about the 4th International Conference Charging & Battery ASEAN in Bangkok, Thailand, please visit the official event website at https://www.ev-conference-asia.com/bangkok/?utm_source=Media+Cooperation&utm_medium=Online+Content&utm_campaign=Khaosod+English.
Conference tickets start at 15,000 THB and can be purchased until June 16, 2025 via the following link: https://www.ev-conference-asia.com/tickets/bangkok/?utm_source=Media+Cooperation&utm_medium=Online+Content&utm_campaign=Khaosod+English
