ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations: Research on the Acceleration of Electrification and Digitalization in Thailand and the Progress of Localization of Core Components

Apr 24, 2025 16:49

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·Conference Name: 2025 SMM 2nd Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain Conference

·Date: 2025.6.16-17

·Venue: Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, Thailand

Thailand has been accelerating its transition towards electrification and digitalization in the automotive industry in recent years, with significant progress made in the localization of core components. This trend is driven by the Thai government's proactive incentive policies, strategies for upgrading local supply chains, and deep involvement from international automakers.

As a key automotive manufacturing hub in Southeast Asia, Thailand has actively introduced various incentives in recent years to attract automakers from around the world to invest and set up factories, supporting the development of NEVs and related industries, and promoting the rapid transformation of the local automotive market towards electrification.

Against this backdrop, the 2025 SMM 2nd Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain Conference will be held in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 16-17, 2025. A special roundtable discussion will focus on ——Accelerated Electrification and Digitalization in Thailand and Progress in Localization of Core Components. Colonel Dr. Tongkarn Kaewchalermtong, Chairman of the Transport and Logistics Working Group of the ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations (AFEO), will participate. We sincerely invite industry elites to discuss these challenges and opportunities, working together to promote the prosperity and development of the automotive industry in Southeast Asia and globally.Speaker IntroductionDiscussion Topic – Roundtable:

Accelerated Electrification and Digitalization in Thailand and Progress in Localization of Core Components

Colonel Dr. Tongkarn Kaewchalermtong is a leading expert in transportation systems and logistics in ASEAN. He is the Chairman of the Transport and Logistics Working Group of ASEAN and the President of the Intelligent Transportation Systems Association of Thailand. Internationally, he is a member of the International Program Committee of the ITS World Congress and a board member of the ITS Asia-Pacific Forum.He also contributes to the King-sponsored Academy of Engineers of Thailand and serves as a member of the FEIAP Sustainable Development Committee. Dr. Kaewchalermtong teaches civil engineering at the Chulachomklao Royal Military Academy and serves as the Vice President of the Intelligent CCTV Association (iCA). He is also the Chairman of the International Cooperation Committee of the Thai Railway Engineering Association (TREA).

His leadership bridges policy, innovation, and infrastructure, driving progress in mobility, smart cities, and cross-border cooperation.

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Confirmed Speakers

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Agenda

DAY 1

08:00-08:50

Registration and Morning Tea

08:50-09:00

Opening Ceremony, Welcome Speech by SMM Leadership

09:00-09:20

Latest Policies in the Southeast Asian Automotive Industry

09:20-09:50

Brand Building and Differentiation Strategies in the Southeast Asian Market

09:50-10:15

Tea Break

10:15-11:15

Roundtable: Construction and Optimization Pathways for Localized Supply Chains in Southeast Asia

Speakers:

·Martin Knoss, Regional President for Passenger Cars, Commercial Vehicles, and Off-Road Vehicles, Powertrain Solutions, Robert Bosch Automotive Technology (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

·Harendra Saksena, Chief Procurement Officer, Ather Energy

·Peter Klöpfer, Senior Manager, Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH

·Ma Ming, General Manager, Joyson Safety Systems (Thailand)

·Jiang Chuan Shanxin, China Region Head, SIIX

·Guan Xin, Deputy General Manager, Changan Automobile Southeast Asia Division

11:15-12:00

Roundtable: Southeast Asian Automotive Supply Chain – Import Matters (Services, Pricing, and Feasibility of Local Support)

Moderator:

Yi Yanting, VP, SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd.

Invited Companies:

Baosteel Singapore Trading Pte. Ltd., Thai Steel, Xintai Wheel Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Zhaoqing Delta Aluminum Co., Ltd., Anhui Xinbo Aluminum Co., Ltd.

12:00-13:30Lunch and Networking

13:30-14:15

Roundtable: Accelerated Electrification and Digitalization in Thailand and Progress in Localization of Core Components

Speakers:

·Xu Xiaolong, Deputy General Manager, Hiconics Electric (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

·Ross, OEM Chip Leader

·Fu Zhibiao, Plant Manager, Shanghai Electric Drive (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

·Tongkarn Kaewchalermtong, Chairman, Transport and Logistics Working Group, ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations (AFEO)

Invited Companies:

SVOLT Energy Technology (Thailand) Co., Ltd., NV Gotion Co., Ltd.

14:15-14:35Silicon Steel for New Energy Motors

Speaker:

Hunan Hongwang New Material Technology Co., Ltd.

14:45-15:00

Tea Break

15:10-15:55

Roundtable: Charging Infrastructure: Unlocking the Last Mile of the New Energy Revolution in Southeast Asia

Speakers:

·Zhao Liming, Overseas Sales Director, Teld Southeast Asia Region

·Soravis Sithicharoe Gentry, Venture Capital Lead (Charging Pile Business)

Invited Companies:

Banpu NEXT Co., Ltd., PTT Public Company Limited

15:55-16:15To Be Confirmed

Speaker:

Guangzhou Futures Exchange

16:15-16:35

To Be Confirmed

16:35-17:05

Roundtable: Investment and Factory Setup Models in Southeast Asia: Analysis of the Pros and Cons of Joint Ventures and Wholly-Owned Enterprises

Invited Companies:

Thai Rung Union Car Public Company Limited, Charoen Pokphand Group, Toyota Motor Thailand Co., Ltd., Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd., SAIC Motor-CP Co., Ltd., Foton Motor (Thailand) Co., Ltd., Chinese Wholly-Owned Factories

19:00-21:00Cocktail Dinner

DAY 2

09:00-09:20

To Be Confirmed

09:20-10:05

Roundtable: Global Market Order Logic for Local Supply Chains in Southeast Asia

Speaker:

Tuan Vi, Vice President, Supply Chain and Logistics, Schaeffler Vietnam

Invited Companies:

ZF (Thailand) Co., Ltd., BMW Group Thailand, Faurecia (Thailand) Seating and Interior Systems Co., Ltd., Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

10:05-10:30Tea Break

10:30-11:15

Roundtable: Battery Materials Supply Chain - Possibilities for Synergy in Cell Chemical Materials in Southeast Asia

Speakers:

·Tony, General Manager, SEVB (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

·Liu Rui, Chairman, Inovatec (Malaysia) New Material Technology Co., Ltd.

·Kim Changseok, Sales Director for Japan and South Korea, Electrolyte Division, Tinci

·Yang Shuzhan, Deputy General Manager, BTR, and Chairman, BTR Indonesia

Invited Companies:

Cathode Material Manufacturers, Battery Factories

11:15-11:35To Be Confirmed

11:35-13:00

Lunch and Networking

13:30-17:30

Automaker Parts Demand Matching Session

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