
Prior to the 2025 SMM APAC Lead-Acid Battery Industry Conference, organized by Shanghai Metals Market (SMM), SMM led a delegation on a corporate visit to KIJO Battery (Vietnam) Co., Ltd. for exchange and insights.
Dec 5, 2025 10:50On June 17, 2025, the 2025 SMM (2nd) Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain Conference , hosted by SMM, successfully concluded at the Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit in Bangkok, Thailand! The conference brought together experts, scholars, corporate representatives, and government officials from the domestic and overseas automotive industries to discuss new trends and models in the development of the automotive industry, share the latest technologies and innovative achievements, promote collaborative development and cooperation within the automotive industry, facilitate the improvement and enhancement of the industry chain, help Chinese automotive industry chain enterprises better understand overseas investment environments, leverage the complementary advantages of various countries and regions in the automotive industry, and jointly support the healthy and sustainable development of the automotive industry! Yossapong Laoonual, Honorary Chairman of the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVA) and Director of the Mobility and Vehicle Technology Research Center (MOVE) at King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) , stated that Thailand's electric vehicle vision (the 30@30 Policy) sets an ambitious goal of achieving 30% zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) in the country's total production and 50% in newly registered vehicles by 2030. To achieve this goal, the government provides subsidies to original equipment manufacturers producing cars, pickup trucks, and motorcycles. The planned annual capacity for EVs exceeds 500,000 units, while the actual production in 2024 was 9,688 units, representing a 58-fold increase compared to the entire year of 2023. Although internal combustion engine vehicles still dominate the market, the growth rate of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) is very rapid, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 138% for BEVs from 2020 to 2024. By 2024, the market penetration rate of electric four-wheelers had reached 13%. Asst. Prof. Uthane Supatti, Ph.D., Vice Chairman of the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT) , stated, when referring to the development of charging infrastructure in Thailand, that after 2023, the deployment of charging piles in Thailand has reached a significant turning point. Data shows that the number of charging piles increased by an astonishing 306.2% YoY in 2023. By 2023, the number of charging piles had already surpassed the original target set for 2025. However, there is still significant room for improvement to achieve the 2030 goal, and continued efforts in construction are needed. In addition, Yao Xinying, Director of SMM Steel Product Research , released the SMM Thailand Metal Prices and Thailand Steel Prices to help enterprises identify fair prices and reduce transaction costs. She stated that the Thai manufacturing industry still faces numerous obstacles in price referencing and settlement, such as the lack of authoritative price benchmarks, low price transparency, an imperfect settlement system, and susceptibility to market manipulation. SMM, closely connected with the upstream and downstream of the Thai metal industry chain, has launched the SMM Thailand Metal Prices to facilitate market transactions. Additionally, SMM has specially designed a networking session for automakers, bringing together over a dozen well-known domestic and overseas automakers, including BYD and BMW, to provide dedicated time for supply and demand exchanges between attending guests and automakers, facilitating collaboration discussions! 》Click to view the live video of the conference 》Click to view the live photo gallery of the conference 》Click to view the special coverage of the conference Opening Remarks Speaker: Logan Lu, CEO of SMM 》Click to view details of the on-site speech Guest Speaker Session Speech Topic: Latest Policies in Southeast Asia's Automotive Industry Guest Speaker: Yossapong Laoonual, Honorary Chairman of the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVA) and Director of the Mobility and Vehicle Technology Research Center (MOVE), King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) Thailand's EV Vision (30@30 Policy) Thailand's EV Vision (30@30 Policy) sets an ambitious target of achieving 30% zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) in the country's total production and 50% in new vehicle registrations by 2030. To achieve this, the government is providing subsidies to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) producing cars, pickup trucks, and motorcycles. 2024 Capacity and Market Performance The planned annual production capacity for EVs exceeds 500,000 units, with actual production in 2024 reaching 9,688 units, a 58-fold increase compared to the full year of 2023. Despite internal combustion engine vehicles still dominating the market, the growth rates of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) have been very rapid, with BEVs achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 138% from 2020 to 2024. By 2024, the market penetration rate of electric four-wheelers has reached 13%. Infrastructure Development By 2024, the ratio of electric passenger vehicles to charging stations is 28, and the number of DC charging piles has exceeded the 2025 target by 40%. These charging piles are mainly distributed in gas stations, department stores, office buildings, and other locations. Challenges Faced In Thailand's four-wheeled EV market, Chinese OEMs have already taken a dominant position and are benefiting from the 30@30 policy. To enhance the competitiveness of the local automotive industry, local auto parts suppliers should actively integrate into the global supply chain and collaborate with Chinese OEMs to improve price competitiveness and enhance technological capabilities. 》EVA Thailand Shares: Thailand's EV Outlook - Opportunities and Challenges Automotive Brand Building and Differentiation Strategies in the Southeast Asian Market Guan Xin, Deputy General Manager of Changan Automobile's Southeast Asia Division Zhang Cong, General Manager of Geely Radar Thailand Pichayuth Vongpattanasin, Vice President of Omoda&Jaecoo (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Roundtable Discussion: Pathways for Building and Optimizing Localized Supply Chains in Southeast Asia Guests: Martin Knoss, Regional President for Passenger Cars, Commercial Vehicles, and Off-Road Vehicles in the ASEAN Market Segment, Powertrain Solutions Division, Robert Bosch Automotive Technology (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Peter Klöpfer, Senior Manager, Rutronik Yoshinobu Egawa, Head of China Region, SIIX Corporation Ma Ming, General Manager, Joyson Safety Systems (Thailand) Guan Xin, Deputy General Manager of Changan Automobile's Southeast Asia Division Speech Topic: SMM Thailand Metal Price Launch & Thailand Steel Price Release - Discovering Fair Prices and Reducing Transaction Costs Guest Speaker: Yao Xinying, Director of Steel Product Research, SMM Why Launch SMM Thailand Metal Prices? The Thai manufacturing industry still faces numerous obstacles in terms of price reference and settlement. 1. Lack of an authoritative price benchmark Thailand lacks an independent third-party price publishing platform, resulting in a lack of unified and credible price reference standards for metal trading. This makes it difficult for buyers and sellers to reach fair pricing agreements, exacerbating market price confusion. 2. Low price transparency Due to the absence of professional price information disclosure channels, metal trading price data is scattered and not publicly available. Market participants are unable to obtain timely and accurate market information, increasing the difficulty of price discovery and the risk of trading decisions. 》SMM Thailand Metal Price Launch Event & Thailand Steel Price Release - Discovering Fair Prices and Reducing Trading Costs Roundtable Discussion: Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain - Import and Local Matters (Services, Prices, Landing Support Possibilities) Dong Rujun, Senior Overseas Market Manager, SMM Wu Zhengguo, Operations Director, Taichengfa Co., Ltd. Wu Zhongxian, Deputy General Manager, International Trade Company, CITIC Pacific Special Steel Group Co., Ltd. Bai He, General Manager, RTM International Aluminum Division, Mitsubishi Corporation Yingzhang Liang, Head of Sustainability, Metals & Mining, Asia Pacific, Bloomberg Intelligence Shine Peng, Sales General Manager, FedEx Speech Topic: Accelerating the Development of Thailand's EV Ecosystem Guest Speaker: Asst. Prof. Uthane Supatti Ph.D., Vice Chairman, Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT) Transformation of Transportation Modes in Thailand Traditional transportation modes include speedboats, traditional buses, and traditional trains. After improvements, electric taxis, electric buses, and electric motorbike taxis have emerged. Following electrification development, subways, trams, and electric boats have also come into people's view. Thailand's EV Vision - The "30@30" Policy Thailand has set EV adoption and production targets for 2025 and 2030. By 2030, the following goals will be achieved: zero-emission vehicles will account for 30% of Thailand's total vehicle production; zero-emission vehicles will account for 50% of the country's vehicle usage. Passenger Vehicle Production: As of 2024, Thailand's total sedan production reached 1,468,997 units, a YoY decrease of 20%. Among them, passenger vehicle production was 558,440 units, a YoY decrease of 13.5%. Pure electric passenger vehicle production was 9,688 units, a YoY surge of 5,807.3%. 》Current Status of Thailand's EV Industry - How to Accelerate the Development of Thailand's EV Ecosystem? Roundtable Discussion: Accelerated Electrification and Localization Progress of Core Components in Thailand Xiaolong Xu, Deputy General Manager, Inovance United Power System (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Zhibiao Fu, Plant Manager, Shanghai Edrive (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Tongkarn Kaewchalermtong, Chair of the Transport and Logistics Working Group, ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations (AFEO) Sizhan Chen, Chairman of the Automotive Parts Industry Association, Federation of Thai Industries, and Deputy Secretary General, Thai Auto Parts Manufacturers Association Haofeng, Business Director, Gotion High-tech (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Presentation Topic: Industrialization Breakthrough of Ultra-Thin Soft Magnetic Materials for High-Efficiency Drive Motors Guest Speaker: Lugang Zhan, Executive Deputy General Manager, Hunan Hongwang New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. (At the speaker's request, this presentation will not be publicly available) Roundtable Discussion: Charging Pile Infrastructure: Unlocking the Last Mile of Southeast Asia's New Energy Revolution Liming Zhao, Overseas Sales Director for Southeast Asia, Teld International Soravis Sithicharoen, Charging Pile Business Head, Gentari Green Mobility Thailand Chavarin Chavarangkul, Charging Pile Head and Sales Director, Innopower Company Limited Presentation Topic: Operational Status of Lithium Carbonate Futures Guest Speaker: Bing Leng, Deputy General Manager, GFEX (At the speaker's request, this presentation will not be publicly available) Presentation Topic: Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC): A Hub of Prosperity Opportunities Guest Speaker: Songwut Apirakkhit, Executive Head of Next-Generation Automotive Sector, Eastern Economic Corridor Roundtable Discussion: Investment Models in Southeast Asia: Pros and Cons of Joint Ventures and Wholly Owned Subsidiaries Weien Lin, Director and Deputy General Manager, Thai Long United Automotive Co., Ltd. Kuixian Lin, Founder of Jiahua Group and CEO of NexV, Sdn Bhd Bin Zhao, President, Thai-Chinese Rayong Industrial Zone Development Co., Ltd. June 17 Main Conference Presentation Topic: Rizhao Steel's ESP Automotive Steel Supports Green and Efficient Development in the Automotive Industry Guest Speaker: Xutao Zheng, Deputy Director of Technology and Quality Department, Technical Center Director, Rizhao Steel Holding Group Co., Ltd. (At the speaker's request, this presentation will not be publicly available) Roundtable Discussion: How Southeast Asia's Local Supply Chain Serves European and US Markets Tuan Vi, Vice President of Supply Chain and Logistics for Asia Pacific, Schaeffler Vietnam Sridhar Ramakrishna, Application and Engineering Director, Tenneco Presentation Topic: Smart Logistics Systems and Technologies Facilitating Global Supply Chain Expansion Guest Speaker: Chunlong Jin, Deputy General Manager, Shanghai Boyi International Logistics Co., Ltd. (At the speaker's request, this presentation will not be publicly available) Roundtable Discussion: Potential Synergies in Battery Cell Chemical Materials Across Southeast Asia Logan Lu, CEO, SMM Tony, General Manager, Sunwoda EV Energy (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Rui Liu, Chairman, Innovate (Malaysia) New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. Changxi Jin, Sales Director for Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia, Electrolyte Division, Guangzhou Tinci Materials Technology Co., Ltd. Shuzhan Yang, Deputy General Manager, BTR New Materials Group Co., Ltd., and Chairman, BTR Indonesia Automaker Demand Matching Session At the 2025 SMM (2nd) Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain Conference , SMM has specially designed a networking session for automakers, bringing together over a dozen renowned domestic and overseas automakers to provide attendees with dedicated time for supply and demand discussions and collaboration opportunities! 》Click to view the list of automakers participating in the exchange meeting Sign-in 》Click to view more highlights from the event With this, the 2025 SMM Southeast Asia (Thailand) Automotive Supply Chain Conference has come to a successful conclusion Thank you for the support of all industry colleagues See you next year! 》Click to view the special report on the 2025 SMM Southeast Asia (Thailand) Automotive Supply Chain Conference
Jun 17, 2025 19:21In recent years, Southeast Asia has gradually become an important period in the global automotive industry, leveraging its unique geographical advantages, abundant resources, and vast consumer market, which contain rich supply and demand opportunities. As a regional leader, Thailand has attracted the attention of many Chinese NEV manufacturers. From June 16-17, 2025, the 2025 SMM (2nd) Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain Conference , hosted by SMM, will be grandly held at the Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit in Bangkok, Thailand! At this conference, SMM has invited experts, scholars, enterprise representatives, and government officials from the domestic and overseas automotive industries to gather together, jointly explore new trends and models in the development of the automotive industry, and share the latest technologies and innovative achievements. This grand event aims to promote the coordinated development and cooperation of the automotive industry, facilitate the improvement and enhancement of the industry chain, help Chinese automotive industry chain enterprises better understand the overseas investment environment, fully leverage the complementary advantages of various countries and regions in the automotive industry, and jointly drive the healthy and sustainable development of the automotive industry! SMM will provide live video, photo, and text coverage of this summit throughout the event. Stay tuned! 》Click to view the live video of the conference 》Click to view the live photos of the conference 》Click to view the special report on the conference Opening Remarks Guest Speaker: Logan Lu, CEO of SMM 08:50-09:00 Latest Policies on the Southeast Asia Automotive Industry 09:00-09:20 Automotive Brand Building and Differentiation Strategies in the Southeast Asia Market Guan Xin, Deputy General Manager of Changan Automobile Southeast Asia Business Unit Zhang Cong, General Manager of Geely Radar Thailand Pichayuth Vongpattanasin, Vice President of Omoda&Jaecoo (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 09:20-09:50 Construction and Optimization Paths for Localized Supply Chains in Southeast Asia Guests: Martin Knoss, Regional President for Passenger Cars, Commercial Vehicles, and Off-Road Vehicles in the ASEAN Market Segment, Powertrain Solutions Division, Robert Bosch Automotive Technology (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Peter Klöpfer, Senior Manager of Rutronik Yoshinobu Egawa, Head of SIIX Corporation in China Ma Ming, General Manager of Joyson Safety Systems (Thailand) Guan Xin, Deputy General Manager of Changan Automobile Southeast Asia Business Unit 10:15-11:00 Speech Topic: SMM Thailand Metal Price Release Conference & Thailand Steel Prices Release - Discovering Fair Prices and Reducing Transaction Costs Guest Speaker: Yao Xinying, Director of Steel Research at SMM 11:00-11:10 Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain - Import and Local Matters (Services, Prices, and Landing Support Possibilities) Dong Rujun, Senior Overseas Market Manager of SMM Wu Zhengguo, Operations Director of Thai Chengfa Co., Ltd. Wu Zhongxian, Deputy General Manager of the International Trade Company of CITIC Pacific Special Steel Group Co., Ltd. Bai He, General Manager of the RTM International Aluminum Business Unit under Mitsubishi Corporation Leung Wing Cheung, Head of Asia Pacific Metals & Mining, Sustainability, Bloomberg Intelligence Shine Peng, Sales General Manager of FedEx 11:10-11:45 Speech Topic: Dedicated to EVAT Guest Speaker: Asst. Prof. Uthane Supatti Ph.D., Vice Chairman of the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT) 13:30-13:50 Research on the Acceleration of Electrification and Localization Progress of Core Components in Thailand Xu Xiaolong, Deputy General Manager, Inovance United Power System (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Fu Zhibiao, Factory Director, Shanghai E-Drive (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Tongkarn Kaewchalermtong, Chair of the Transport and Logistics Working Group, ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations (AFEO) Chen Sizhan, Chair of the Auto Parts Industry Association, Federation of Thai Industries, and Deputy Secretary General, Thai Auto Parts Manufacturers Association Hao Feng, Business Director, Gotion New Energy (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 13:50-14:35 Speech Topic: Industrialisation Breakthrough of Ultra-thin Soft Magnetic Materials for High-efficiency Drive Motors Guest Speaker: Zhan Lugang, Executive Deputy General Manager, Hunan Hongwang New Material Technology Co., Ltd. 14:35-14:55 Charging Pile Infrastructure: Unlocking the Last Mile of the New Energy Revolution in Southeast Asia Zhao Liming, Overseas Sales Director, Southeast Asia Region, TELD International Soravis Sithicharoen, Head of Charging Pile Business, Gentari Green Mobility Thailand Chavarin Chavarangkul, Head of Charging Pile Business and Sales Director, Innopower Company Limited 15:20-16:05 Speech Topic: Operational Status of Lithium Carbonate Futures Guest Speaker: Leng Bing, Deputy General Manager, Guangzhou Futures Exchange (GFEX) 16:05-16:25 Speech Topic: Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC): Where Prosperity Begins Guest Speaker: Songwut Apirakkhit, Executive Head of the Next-Generation Automotive Sector, Eastern Economic Corridor 16:25-16:45 Selection of Investment and Factory Construction Models in Southeast Asia: Analysis of the Pros and Cons of Joint Ventures and Wholly-owned Enterprises Lin Weien, Deputy General Manager and Director, Tailong United Automobile Co., Ltd. Lin Kuixian, Founder of Jiahu Group and CEO of Sdn Bhd NexV Zhao Bin, President, Thai-Chinese Rayong Industrial Zone Development Co., Ltd. 16:45-17:30 June 17 Main Conference Speech Topic: Rizhao Steel's ESP Automotive Steel Supports Green and Efficient Development of the Automotive Industry Guest Speaker: Zheng Xutao, Deputy Director of the Technical Quality Department and Director of the Technology Center, Rizhao Steel Holding Group Co., Ltd. 09:00-09:20 How Can the Local Supply Chain in Southeast Asia Serve the European and US Markets? Tuan Vi, Vice President of Supply Chain and Logistics, Asia-Pacific Region, Schaeffler Vietnam Xu Xinyang, Assistant General Manager, IKD Co., Ltd. Sridhar Ramakrishna, Director of Applications and Engineering, Tenneco 09:20-10:05 Possibility of Linkage of Battery Cell Chemical Materials in Southeast Asia Logan Lu, CEO, SMM Tony, General Manager, Sunwoda Automotive Energy Technology (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Liu Rui, Chairman, Innoway (Malaysia) New Material Technology Co., Ltd. Kim Chang-seok, Sales Director for Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia Region, Electrolyte Business Division, Guangzhou Tinci Materials Technology Co., Ltd. Yang Shuzhan, Deputy General Manager of BTR New Material Group Co., Ltd., Chairman of BTR Indonesia 10:30-11:15 Automaker Demand Matchmaking Meeting 14:00-17:30 》Click to View the Special Report on the 2025 SMM Southeast Asia (Thailand) Automotive Supply Chain Conference
Jun 16, 2025 10:01On May 29, Dongfeng Motor Group held a major event in Warsaw to officially introduce its three self-owned brands—DONGFENG, VOYAH, and MHero—to the Polish market.
Jun 5, 2025 18:1512 Days Until the Conference 2025 SMM 2nd Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain Conference Opening Soon June 16-17, 2025. You Are Cordially Invited Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Thailand Scan the QR code for conference details List of Key Attending Companies Scan the QR code for conference details Scan the QR code for conference details Scan the QR code for conference details Confirmed Guest Speakers Guest speakers to be updated continuously... Scan the QR code for conference details Conference Agenda Overview Photos from Previous Conferences DAY 1 (June 16) 08:00-08:50 Registration & Morning Tea 08:50-09:00 Opening Ceremony, Welcome Address by SMM Leadership 09:00-09:20 Latest Policies for the Southeast Asia Automotive Industry 09:20-09:50 Automotive Brand Building and Differentiation Strategies in the Southeast Asia Market 09:50-10:15 Tea Break 10:15-11:00 Roundtable Discussion: Pathways for Building and Optimizing Localized Supply Chains in Southeast Asia Guest Speakers: ·Martin Knoss, Regional President for Passenger Cars, Commercial Vehicles, and Off-Road Vehicles, ASEAN Market Segment, Power Solutions Division, Robert Bosch Automotive Technology (Thailand) Co., Ltd. ·Peter Klöpfer, Senior Manager, Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH ·Ma Ming, General Manager, Joyson Safety Systems (Thailand) ·Yoshinobu Egawa, Head of China Region, SIIX ·Guan Xin, Deputy General Manager, Southeast Asia Business Unit, Changan Automobile 11:00-11:45 Roundtable Discussion: Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain – Import Considerations (Services, Pricing, and Local Implementation Possibilities) Moderator: Yi Yanting, VP, SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. Guest Speakers: · Bai He, RTM International, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Corporation ·Liang Yingzhang, Head of Asia Metals & Mining Sustainability, Bloomberg Intelligence ·Shine Peng, Managing Director, Southeast Asia Sales, FedEx ·Wu Zhengguo, Operations Director, Taichengfa Co., Ltd. ·To be confirmed, Taifoo Resources (China) Trading Co., Ltd. 12:00-13:30 Lunch + Networking Session 13:30-13:50 Keynote Speech by EVAT (Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand) Guest Speaker: ·Uthane Supatti, Assistant Professor, Academic and Human Development Vice President, Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT) 13:50-14:35 Roundtable Discussion: Research on Accelerating Electrification and Localization Progress of Core Components in Thailand Guest Speakers: ·Xu Xiaolong, Deputy General Manager, Inovance United Power Systems (Thailand) Co., Ltd. ·Ross, Head of OEM Chip Division (Name of company withheld) ·Fu Zhibiao, Factory Director, Shanghai Edrive (Thailand) Co., Ltd. ·Tongkarn Kaewchalermtong, Chairman, Transport and Logistics Working Group, ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations (AFEO) · Suphot Sukphisarn, Chairman, Automotive Parts Industry Association, Federation of Thai Industries; Deputy Secretary General, Thai Automotive Parts Manufacturers Association 14:35-14:55 Industrialization Breakthrough of Ultra-Thin Soft Magnetic Materials for High-Efficiency Drive Motors Guest Speaker: ·Zhan Lugang, Executive Deputy General Manager, Hunan Hongwang New Material Technology Co., Ltd. 14:55-15:20 Tea Break 15:20-16:05 Roundtable Discussion: Charging Pile Infrastructure: Unlocking the Last Mile of the New Energy Revolution in Southeast Asia Guest Speakers: ·Zhao Liming, Overseas Sales Director, Southeast Asia Region, TELD ·Soravis Sithicharoe Gentry, Head of Venture Capital (Charging Pile Business) ·Mr. Chavarin Chavarangkul, Head of Charging Piles, Sales Director, Innopower Proposed Invited Enterprises: Banpu Next Co., Ltd., PTT Public Company Limited 16:05-16:25 Speech to be confirmed Guest Speaker: Leng Bing, Deputy General Manager, Guangzhou Futures Exchange (GFEX) 16:25-16:45 Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC): Where Prosperity Begins Guest Speaker: ·Songwut Apirakkhit, Executive Director, Next-Generation Automotive Department, Eastern Economic Corridor 16:45-17:30 Roundtable Discussion: Selection of Investment and Factory Construction Models in Southeast Asia: Analysis of Advantages and Disadvantages of Joint Ventures and Wholly Owned Enterprises Guest Speakers: ·Lim Wee En, Assistant Managing Director, Talon United Automotive Co., Ltd. ·Zhao Bin, President, Thai-Chinese Rayong Industrial Zone Proposed Invited Enterprises: Toyota Motor Thailand Co., Ltd., Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd., SAIC-CP Motor Co., Ltd., Foton Motor (Thailand) Co., Ltd., and Chinese-funded wholly-owned factory construction enterprises 19:00-21:00 Cocktail Reception DAY 2 (June 17) 09:00-09:20 Speech to be confirmed 09:20-10:05 Roundtable Discussion: Local Supply in Southeast Asia How to Serve the European and US Markets Guest Speakers: · Tuan Vi, Vice President of Supply Chain and Logistics, Asia Pacific, Schaeffler Vietnam Co., Ltd. · Dr. Mustafa Saed, Executive Director of Cybersecurity, Aptiv US ·Xu Xinyang, Assistant General Manager, IKD Co., Ltd. Proposed Invited Enterprises: ZF (Thailand) Co., Ltd., BMW Group Thailand Co., Ltd., Faurecia (Thailand) Automotive Seating and Interior Systems Co., Ltd., Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 10:05-10:30 Tea Break 10:30-11:15 Roundtable Discussion: Battery Materials Supply Chain -Battery Cell Chemistry Materials Potential for Linkage in Southeast Asia Guest Speakers: ·Tony, General Manager, SEVB (Thailand) Co., Ltd. ·Liu Rui, Chairman, Innovatech (Malaysia) New Material Technology Co., Ltd. ·Kim Chang-seok, Sales Director for Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia, Electrolyte Division, Tinci Materials ·Yang Shuzhan, Deputy General Manager of BTR Group, Chairman of BTR Indonesia Proposed Invited Enterprises: Cathode Material Manufacturers, Battery Manufacturers 11:15-11:35 Speech to be confirmed 11:35-13:00 Lunch + Networking Session 13:30-17:30 Automaker Parts Demand Matchmaking Meeting (Highlight!) Scan the QR code to view meeting details
Jun 4, 2025 17:05Recently, the groundbreaking ceremony for the Xinan Technology Intelligent Manufacturing Project of Power Control and Energy Storage Core Components was held in Binhu District, Wuxi City. The project, invested and constructed by Wuxi Xinan Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Xinan Technology"), has a total investment exceeding 500 million yuan. The commencement of the project marks a significant achievement in Xinan Technology's in-depth layout within the new energy industry chain. Since its establishment in 1994, Xinan Technology has been deeply engaged in the automotive parts business for over three decades , with automotive turbocharger parts as its core product. It has also actively participated in the R&D and manufacturing of precision parts for NEV motors, gearbox casings, and more. The new project, which has just commenced, will focus on producing core components for fuel cell stacks and medium-voltage power supply systems, with products widely applied in NEVs, rail transit, urban infrastructure construction, and big data centers , among other fields. Xinan Technology holds significant technological advantages in the field of lightweight aluminum alloy automotive parts , possessing various advanced aluminum alloy forming processes such as gravity casting, low-pressure casting, and die casting. In the domestic market, the company actively expands new businesses and increases market share; in overseas markets, it accelerates the construction of overseas production capacity, with Thailand as a key battleground for overseas capacity layout . It has established a subsidiary in Thailand to implement the construction of a Thai factory, using Thailand as a hub to deeply cultivate the Southeast Asian market and further enhance the company's international competitiveness among clients. Meanwhile, on June 16-17, 2025, Xinan Technology will participate in the 2025 SMM 2nd Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain Conference organized by SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. (SMM) in Bangkok, Thailand. We look forward to seeing you at Booth A07 ! Scan the QR code to view conference details 2025 SMM Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain Conference Conference Agenda June 16 08:00-08:50 Registration & Morning Tea 08:50-09:00 Opening Ceremony & Welcome Address by SMM Leadership 09:00-09:20 Latest Policies for the Southeast Asia Automotive Industry 09:20-09:50 Automotive Brand Building and Differentiation Strategies in the Southeast Asia Market 09:50-10:15 Tea Break 10:15-11:00 Roundtable Discussion: Construction and Optimization Paths for Localized Supply Chains in Southeast Asia Guest Speakers: ·Martin Knoss, Regional President, ASEAN Market Segment for Passenger Cars, Commercial Vehicles, and Off-Road Vehicles, Power Solutions Division, 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) ·Yoshinobu Egawa, Head of China Region, SIIX ·Guan Xin, Deputy General Manager, Southeast Asia Business Unit, Changan Automobile 11:00-11:45 Roundtable Discussion: Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain - Import Matters (Services, Pricing, and Localization Possibilities) Moderator: Yi Yanting, VP, SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. Guest Speakers: · Bai He, RTM International, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Corporation ·Liang Yingzhang, Head of Asia Metals & Mining Sustainability, Bloomberg Intelligence ·Shine Peng, Managing Director, Southeast Asia Sales, FedEx Express ·Wu Zhengguo, Operations Director, Taichengfa Co., Ltd. ·To be confirmed, Taifoo Resources (China) Trading Co., Ltd. 12:00-13:30 Lunch & Networking Session 13:30-13:50 Keynote Speech by EVAT, Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand Guest Speaker: ·Uthane Supatti, Assistant Professor, Vice President for Academic and Human Development, Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT) 13:50-14:35 Roundtable Discussion: Research on the Acceleration of Electrification and Localization Progress of Core Components in Thailand Guest Speakers: ·Xu Xiaolong, Deputy General Manager, Inovance United Power Systems (Thailand) Co., Ltd. ·Ross, Head of OEM Chip Division (Name withheld) ·Fu Zhibiao, Factory Director, Shanghai Edrive (Thailand) Co., Ltd. ·Tongkarn Kaewchalermtong, Chairman, Transport and Logistics Working Group, ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations (AFEO) · Suphot Sukphisarn, Chairman, Automotive Parts Industry Association, Federation of Thai Industries; Deputy Secretary General, Automotive Parts Manufacturers Association of Thailand 14:35-14:55 Industrialization Breakthrough of Ultra-Thin Soft Magnetic Materials for High-Efficiency Drive Motors Guest Speaker: ·Zhan Lugang, Executive Deputy General Manager, Hunan Hongwang New Material Technology Co., Ltd. 14:55-15:20 Tea Break 15:20-16:05 Roundtable Discussion: Charging Pile Infrastructure: Unlocking the Last Mile of the New Energy Revolution in Southeast Asia Guest Speakers: ·Zhao Liming, Overseas Sales Director, Southeast Asia Region, Teld ·Soravis Sithicharoe, Head of Venture Capital (Charging Pile Business), Gentry ·Mr. Chavarin Chavarangkul, Head of Charging Piles, Sales Director, Innopower Proposed Invitees: Banpu Next Co., Ltd., PTT Public Company Limited 16:05-16:25 TBD Speech Guest Speaker: Leng Bing, Deputy General Manager, Guangzhou Futures Exchange (GFEX) 16:25-16:45 Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC): Where Prosperity Begins Guest Speaker: ·Songwut Apirakkhit, Executive Head of Next-Generation Automotive Sector, Eastern Economic Corridor 16:45-17:30 Roundtable Forum: Choosing the Right Model for Investment and Factory Construction in Southeast Asia: Analyzing the Pros and Cons of Joint Ventures and Wholly-Owned Subsidiaries 19:00-21:00 Cocktail Reception June 17 09:00-09:20 TBD Speech 09:20-10:05 Roundtable Forum: How Can Southeast Asia's Local Supply Chain Serve the European and US Markets? Guest Speakers: · Tuan Vi, Vice President of Supply Chain and Logistics, Asia-Pacific, Schaeffler Vietnam Co., Ltd. · Dr. Mustafa Saed, Executive Director of Cybersecurity, Aptiv US Proposed Invitees: ZF (Thailand) Co., Ltd., BMW Group Thailand Co., Ltd., Faurecia (Thailand) Automotive Seating and Interior Systems Co., Ltd., Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 10:05-10:30 Coffee Break 10:30-11:15 Roundtable Forum: Battery Materials Supply Chain - Potential for Linkage in Southeast Asia for Battery Cell Chemical Materials Guest Speakers: ·Tony, General Manager, SEVB Technology (Thailand) Co., Ltd. ·Liu Rui, Chairman, Innovatech (Malaysia) New Material Technology Co., Ltd. ·Kim Chang-seok, Sales Director for Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia, Electrolyte Business Unit, Tinci Materials ·Yang Shuzhan, Deputy General Manager of BTR Group, Chairman of BTR Indonesia Proposed Invitees: Cathode Material Manufacturers, Battery Manufacturers 11:15-11:35 TBD Speech 11:35-13:00 Lunch + Networking Session 13:30-17:30 Automaker Parts Demand Matchmaking Meeting (Highlight Event!) 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May 22, 2025 16:20SMM Southeast Asia (Thailand) 2nd Automotive Supply Chain Conference • Conference Time: June 16-17, 2025 • Conference Venue: Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, Thailand Confirmed List of Key Participating Enterprises Scan the QR code for conference details Scan the QR code for conference details Key Event: Matchmaking for Automakers' Parts Demand Participating Enterprises: 1. Aion Automobile Manufacturing (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 2. Changan Automobile Southeast Asia Business Unit 3. BYD Auto Thailand Co., Ltd. 4. To be determined 5. Omoda & Jetour (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 6. Joyson Safety Systems (Thailand) Demand Information: Battery cells, carpets, bumpers, roofs, tires/wheel hubs, automotive glass, battery cases, HVAC systems (including condensers, radiators, etc.), stamped battery cases (steel plate roll forming and aluminum alloy profiles), safety systems, auto body structures and covering parts, stamped/roll-formed parts, chassis and suspension systems, electrical and electronic systems, HVAC and thermal management systems, interior and functional parts, other auxiliary systems, braking systems, stamped parts, injection-molded parts, die-cast parts, and wire harnesses Scan the QR code for conference details Confirmed Guest Speakers Scan the QR code for conference details Conference Agenda Day 1: June 16 8:00-8:50 Registration and Morning Tea 8:50-9:00 Opening Ceremony, Welcome Address by SMM Leadership 9:00-9:20 Latest Policies in Southeast Asia's Automotive Industry 9:20-9:50 Automotive Brand Building and Differentiation Strategies in Southeast Asia's Market 9:50-10:15 Tea Break 10:15-11:00 Roundtable Discussion: Pathways to Building and Optimizing Localized Supply Chains in Southeast Asia Guest Speakers: Martin Knoss Regional President, Power Solutions Division, ASEAN Market Segment (Passenger Cars, Commercial Vehicles, and Off-Road Vehicles), Robert Bosch Automotive Technology (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Harendra Saksena Chief Procurement Officer, Ather Energy Peter Klöpfer Senior Manager, Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH Ma Mingjun General Manager, Joyson Safety Systems (Thailand) Yoshinobu Egawa Head of China Region, SIIX Guan Xin Deputy General Manager, Changan Automobile Southeast Asia Business Unit 11:00-11:45 Roundtable Discussion: Importing into Southeast Asia's Automotive Supply Chain (Services, Pricing, and Local Implementation Possibilities) Moderator: Yi Yanting VP, SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. Guest Speakers: Bai He RTM International, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Corporation Liang Yingzhang Head of Asia Metals & Mining Sustainability, Bloomberg Intelligence Shine Peng Managing Director, Southeast Asia Sales, FedEx Enterprises to be Invited: Thai steel and aluminum enterprises 12:00-13:30 Lunch + Networking Session 13:30-13:50 Keynote Speech by EVAT (Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand) Guest Speaker: Uthane Supatti Assistant Professor, Academic and Human Development Vice President, Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT) 13:50-14:35 Roundtable Discussion: Research on Accelerating Electrification and Localization of Core Components in Thailand Guest Speakers: Xu Xiaolong Deputy General Manager, Inovance United Power Systems (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Ross Head of OEM Chip Division Fu Zhibiao Plant Manager, Shanghai Edrive (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Tongkarn Kaewchalermtong Chair, Transport and Logistics Working Group, ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations (AFEO) Suphot Sukphisarn Chair, Automotive Parts Industry Association, Federation of Thai Industries; Deputy Secretary General, Thai Automotive Parts Manufacturers Association 14:35-14:55 Silicon Steel for New Energy Motors Guest Speaker: Zhan Lugang Executive Deputy General Manager, Hunan Hongwang New Material Technology Co., Ltd. 14:55-15:20 Tea Break 15:20-16:05 Roundtable Discussion: Charging Pile Infrastructure: Unlocking the Last Mile of Southeast Asia's New Energy Revolution Guest Speakers: Zhao Liming Overseas Sales Director, TELD International Soravis Sithicharoe Head of Venture Capital (Charging Pile Business), Gentrai Enterprises to be Invited: Banpu Next Co., Ltd. PTT Public Company Limited 16:05-16:25 To be determined Guest Speaker: Guangzhou Futures Exchange 16:25-16:45 To be determined 16:45-17:30 Roundtable Discussion: Choosing the Right Model for Investment and Plant Construction in Southeast Asia: Analyzing the Pros and Cons of Joint Ventures and Wholly Owned Subsidiaries Enterprises to be Invited: Tailong United Automobile Co., Ltd. Charoen Pokphand Group Toyota Motor Thailand Co., Ltd. Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd. SAIC-CP Automobile Co., Ltd. Foton Motor (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Chinese-funded wholly owned plant construction enterprises 19:00-21:00 Cocktail Reception Day 2: June 17 9:00-9:20 To be determined 9:20-10:05 Roundtable Discussion: How Southeast Asia's Local Supply Chains Can Serve the European and US Markets Guest Speakers: Tuan Vi Vice President, Supply Chain and Logistics, Asia Pacific, Schaeffler Vietnam Co., Ltd. Dr. Mustafa Saed Executive Director of Cybersecurity, Aptiv US Companies to be invited: ZF (Thailand) Co., Ltd. BMW Group Thailand Co., Ltd. Faurecia (Thailand) Automotive Seating and Interior Systems Co., Ltd. Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 10:05-10:30 Tea Break 10:30-11:15 Roundtable Forum: Battery Materials Supply Chain - Possibility of Southeast Asia Linkage in Battery Cell Chemical Materials Guest Speakers: Tony General Manager, SEVB (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Liu Rui Chairman, Innoway (Malaysia) New Material Technology Co., Ltd. Kim Chang-seok Sales Director for Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia, Electrolyte Business Unit, Tinci Materials Yang Shuzhan Deputy General Manager of BTR Group, Chairman of BTR Indonesia, BTR New Material Group Co., Ltd. Companies to be invited: Cathode Material Manufacturers Battery Manufacturers 11:15-11:35 Speech to be confirmed 11:35-13:00 Lunch + Networking Session 13:30-17:30 Automakers' Parts Demand Matchmaking Meeting Participating Companies: 1. Aion Automobile Manufacturing (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 2. Changan Automobile Southeast Asia Business Unit 3. BYD Auto Thailand Co., Ltd. 4. To be confirmed 5. Omoda & Jetour (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 6. Joyson Safety Systems (Thailand) Demand Information: Battery cells, carpets, bumpers, roofs, tires/wheel hubs, automotive glass, battery cases, air conditioning systems (HVAC, condensers, radiators, etc.), stamped battery cases (steel plate rolling and aluminum alloy profiles), safety systems, auto body structures and covering parts, stamped/rolled parts, chassis and suspension systems, electrical and electronic systems, air conditioning and thermal management systems, interior and functional parts, other auxiliary systems, braking systems, stamped parts, injection-molded parts, die-cast parts, and wire harnesses. Scan the QR code to view meeting details
May 13, 2025 16:54·Conference Information· Conference Name: 2025 SMM 2nd Southeast Asia (Thailand) Automotive Supply Chain Conference Venue: Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, Bangkok, Thailand Date: June 16-17, 2025 In recent years, the automotive industry chain in Southeast Asia has demonstrated remarkable resilience. From 2020 to 2022, regional automotive production grew by 24.1% amid a younger demographic structure. Despite a cyclical downturn in 2024 due to the global economic slowdown, the production and sales decline in Thailand and Southeast Asian markets has narrowed in 2025, highlighting the self-healing capabilities of the regional supply chain. Meanwhile, the localization of the automotive supply chain in Southeast Asia is at a crossroads between traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and electric vehicles. Policy pressures, technological competition, geopolitical risks, and supply chain restructuring have entered a critical phase. Moreover, the unpredictable changes in tariff policies have posed numerous challenges for enterprises' investment decisions to go global. Against this backdrop, the globalization of automotive enterprises has become urgent to diversify risks, integrate resources, and enhance competitiveness. In this context, the 2025 SMM 2nd Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain Conference will be held in Bangkok, Thailand, from June 16 to 17, 2025. A roundtable forum will be specially organized to discuss: The Construction and Optimization Path of Localized Supply Chains in Southeast Asia . Scan the QR code for conference details 2025 SMM Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain Conference Roundtable Forum Guest Lineup Scan the QR code for conference details 2025 SMM Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain Conference Conference Agenda DAY 1 June 16 08:00-08:50 Registration & Morning Tea 08:50-09:00 Opening Ceremony & Welcome Address by SMM Leadership 09:00-09:20 Latest Policies on the Automotive Industry in Southeast Asia 09:20-09:50 Automotive Brand Building and Differentiation Strategies in the Southeast Asian Market 09:50-10:15 Tea Break 10:15-11:00 Roundtable Forum: The Construction and Optimization Path of Localized Supply Chains in Southeast Asia Guest Speakers: ·Martin Knoss, Regional President, Power Solutions Division, ASEAN Market Segment (Passenger Cars, Commercial Vehicles, and Off-Road Vehicles), 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) ·Yoshinobu Egawa, Head of China Region, SIIX ·Guan Xin, Deputy General Manager, Southeast Asia Business Unit, Changan Automobile 11:00-11:45 Roundtable Forum: Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain – Import Matters (Services, Pricing, and Local Implementation Possibilities) Moderator: Yi Yanting, VP, SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. Proposed Invitees: Baosteel Singapore Trading Co., Ltd., Thai Steel, Xintai Wheel Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Zhaoqing Delta Aluminum Co., Ltd., Anhui Xinbo Aluminum Co., Ltd. 12:00-13:30 Lunch & Networking Session 13:30-14:15 Roundtable Forum: Accelerating Electrification and Electronics in Thailand and Research on the Progress of Core Components Localization Guest Speakers: ·Xu Xiaolong, Deputy General Manager, Inovance United Power Systems (Thailand) Co., Ltd. ·Ross, Head of OEM Chip Division (Name withheld) ·Fu Zhibiao, Factory Director, Shanghai Edrive (Thailand) Co., Ltd. ·Tongkarn Kaewchalermtong, Chairman, Transport and Logistics Working Group, ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations (AFEO) Suphot Sukphisarn, Chairman, Auto Parts Industry Association, Federation of Thai Industries; Deputy Secretary General, Thai Auto Parts Manufacturers Association 14:15-14:35 Silicon Steel for New Energy Motors Guest Speaker: Hunan Hongwang New Material Technology Co., Ltd. 14:35-15:00 Tea Break 15:10-15:55 Roundtable Forum: Charging Pile Infrastructure: Unlocking the Last Mile of the New Energy Revolution in Southeast Asia Guest Speakers: ·Zhao Liming, Overseas Sales Director, Southeast Asia Region, TELD ·Soravis Sithicharoe Gentry, Head of Venture Capital (Charging Pile Business) Proposed Invitees: Banpu Next Co., Ltd., PTT Public Company Limited 15:55-16:15 TBD Speech Guest Speaker: Guangzhou Futures Exchange 16:15-16:35 TBD Speech 16:35-17:05 Roundtable Forum: Selection of Investment and Factory Construction Models in Southeast Asia: Analysis of the Pros and Cons of Joint Ventures and Wholly Owned Enterprises Proposed Invitees: Tailong United Automobile Co., Ltd., Charoen Pokphand Group, Toyota Motor Thailand Co., Ltd., Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd., SAIC-CP Automobile Co., Ltd., Foton Motor (Thailand) Co., Ltd., Chinese-funded wholly owned factory construction enterprises 19:00-21:00 Cocktail Reception DAY 2 June 17 09:00-09:20 TBD Speech 09:20-10:05 Roundtable Forum: How Can Local Suppliers in Southeast Asia Serve the European and US Markets? Guest Speakers: · Tuan Vi, Vice President, Supply Chain & Logistics, ASEAN Region, Schaeffler Vietnam Co., Ltd. · Dr. Mustafa Saed, Executive Director, Cybersecurity, Aptiv US Proposed Invitees: ZF Friedrichshafen (Thailand) Co., Ltd., BMW Group Thailand Co., Ltd., Faurecia (Thailand) Automotive Seating & Interior Systems Co., Ltd., Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 10:05-10:30 Tea Break 10:30-11:15 Roundtable Forum: Battery Materials Supply Chain - Battery Cell Chemistry Materials Potential for Linkages in Southeast Asia Guest Speakers: ·Tony, General Manager, SEVB Technology (Thailand) Co., Ltd. ·Liu Rui, Chairman, Innovatech (Malaysia) New Material Technology Co., Ltd. ·Kim Chang-seok, Sales Director, Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia Region, Electrolyte Division, Tinci Materials ·Yang Shuzhan, Deputy General Manager, BTR Group; Chairman, BTR Indonesia Proposed Invitees: Cathode Material Producers, Battery Manufacturers 11:15-11:35 TBD Speech 11:35-13:00 Lunch & Networking Session 13:30-17:30 Automakers' Parts Demand Matchmaking Meeting (Highlight Event!) 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Apr 30, 2025 17:43·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 Introduction Discussion 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. Scan to learn more about the conference details! Confirmed Speakers Scan to learn more about the conference details! 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. 12:00-13:30 Lunch 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. 14:15-14:35 Silicon 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 15:55-16:15 To 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 19:00-21:00 Cocktail 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. 10:05-10:30 Tea 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 11:15-11:35 To Be Confirmed 11:35-13:00 Lunch and Networking 13:30-17:30 Automaker Parts Demand Matching Session Scan to learn more about the conference details! 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Apr 24, 2025 16:49Dual Conferences, Unparalleled Value! Unlock a New Era for the Industry with Exclusive Benefits Amid the global wave of carbon neutrality and the accelerated electrification of the automotive industry, the recycling of secondary metal resources and innovation in automotive supply chains have become core drivers of sustainable development. To help enterprises seize strategic opportunities, the SMM Global Secondary Metal Industry Summit and the SMM Southeast Asia (Thailand) Automotive Supply Chain Conference join forces to create an industry feast integrating policy interpretation, technological innovation, market insights, and resource networking! Highlights of the Dual Conferences ✅ Policy + Technology Dual Drive ·In-depth analysis of global secondary metal industry policy trends and investment opportunities in Thailand's automotive industry ·Revealing breakthroughs in lightweight automotive materials, power battery recycling, and other cutting-edge technologies ✅ Precision Networking in Southeast Asia ·Direct engagement with Thailand and ASEAN secondary metal and automotive industry clusters, expanding Southeast Asia's supply chain network ·Building a zero-distance cooperation platform for international buyers and suppliers ✅ Peak Dialogue Among Industry Leaders ·Gathering global secondary metal leading enterprises, multinational automotive manufacturers, and supply chain service providers ·Sharing industry transformation experiences and exploring new paths for green development Limited-time exclusive offer, don’t miss out! 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SMM 2nd Global Secondary Metal Industry Summit ·Conference Date: June 12-13, 2025 ·Venue: Hyatt Regency Suvarnabhumi, Bangkok, Thailand Preview of Participating Enterprises Confirmed Guest Speakers Conference Agenda Main Agenda June 12 09:00-12:00 Company Visits 10:00-12:00 Registration 10:00-12:00 Free Networking 12:00-13:00 Buffet Lunch 13:30-13:45 Opening Remarks 13:45-14:00 Thailand's Secondary Metal Industry Green Transformation and Sustainable Development Prospects Guest Speaker: Dr. Somthai Wongcharoen, Secretary General, ASEAN Institution of Recycling (AIR) 14:00-14:20 From Policy to Market: The Impact of EU Scrap Transport Regulations on the Global Secondary Metal Industry Guest Speaker (Pending): Susie Burrage OBE, President, European Recycling Association 14:20-15:10 Panel Discussion: Interviews with Top-Tier Secondary Metal Entrepreneurs 1. Future Trends in Secondary Raw Material Supply Based on Thailand's Industry Chain Development 2. Investment Risks in Southeast Asia's Secondary Metal Industry 3. International Trade Flows and Consumption Trends in the Secondary Metal Industry Amid Geopolitical Changes Moderator: Shilong Li, President, China Innovation Alliance of Renewable Resources Industry Guest Speakers: Xiangchun Zhou, General Manager, Dazheng Daji Metal (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Kittipot Thanalertlap, Vice President, Metalcom Ltd. Junbing Zhang, Global Procurement Director, Hailiang Group Qingcheng Liu, Deputy General Manager, Thai-China Nonferrous Metals International Co., Ltd. 15:10-15:25 Tea Break 15:25-15:40 The Path of Global Secondary Metal Industry Development Driven by ESG Background Guest Speaker (Pending): Lionel Lai, Sales and Procurement Manager, Majestic Corporation PLC (AUS) 15:40-16:00 Changes in the Global Secondary Metal Industry Supply-Demand Pattern Guest Speaker: Changyun Fei, Senior Consulting Manager, SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. 16:00-16:20 Global Secondary Metal Industry Trends and Challenges from a Middle Eastern Perspective Guest Speaker: Sanjeev Phadke, Financial Director and Executive Committee Member, Middle East Recycling Bureau 16:20-17:10 Panel Discussion: Exploring the Global Secondary Metal Market: In-depth Analysis of the Advantages and Challenges in India, the Middle East, Europe, and Southeast Asia Moderator: Logan Lu, CEO, SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. Guest Speakers: Xinghong Qin, Chairman, GSC Metal Co., Ltd Thailand Guest Speaker (Pending): Anurag Sharma, Director, Aluminum Division, Hindalco Xavier Comercial, Chairman, Riba Farre S.A. C 18:30-20:00 Awards Dinner Copper, Aluminum—Overseas High-Quality Scrap Yards and Trusted Traders, Battery—Recommended High-Quality Equipment Enterprises Sub-Forum June 13 ·Battery Forum· 09:00-09:20 Strategic Layout of Thailand's Battery Recycling Industry: A Blueprint for the Next Five Years of EV Industry Development Guest Speaker: Sidi Du, Advisor to the Chairman, Thailand Ministry of Industry 09:20-10:20 Panel Discussion: Southeast Asia Battery Resource Market: Supply Chain Dynamics Guest Speakers: Wenkai Chen, President, Malaysia Non-Ferrous Metals Association Sujin Kim, Global Business Development Manager, BatX Energies 10:20-10:40 Tea Break 10:40-11:00 The Rapid Growth of Southeast Asia's Two-Wheeler EV Market and the Improvement of Battery Recycling Systems Guest Speaker: Yadea Technology Group Co., Ltd. 11:00-12:00 Panel Discussion: Current Status and Future Trends of NEV Battery Recycling Guest Speaker: Nicholas Assef, President, Australian Battery Recycling Association 12:00-13:30 Buffet Lunch ·Copper and Aluminum Forum· 14:00-14:20 Global Secondary Copper and Aluminum Supply and Demand from a North American Perspective Guest Speaker: Robin Wiener, President, Recycled Materials Association 14:20-14:40 SMM's Services in the Global Secondary Copper and Aluminum Market Guest Speaker: Xiaoyao Zhang, Project Manager, SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. 14:40-15:00 Global Secondary Metal Supply-Demand Pattern from an Indian Perspective Guest Speaker: Amar Singh, Secretary General, Indian Recycling Bureau 15:00-15:20 Panel Discussion: Secondary Copper and Aluminum Yards: Innovative Recycling and Sorting Technologies Paving the Way for Green Decarbonization Guest Speakers: Jiali Liang, Deputy General Manager, Foshan Lvtian Environmental Protection Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd. Ross Gunther, Cimco Resources, Inc.President 16:20-16:40 Exploring Africa: Sustainable Expansion and Raw Material Investment Opportunities Guest Speaker: Yousef Al Sharif, Manager, Sharif Metals Group SMM Southeast Asia (Thailand) Automotive Supply Chain Conference · Conference Date: June 16-17, 2025 · Venue: Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit, Bangkok, Thailand Preview of Participating Companies Confirmed Guest Speakers Conference Agenda June 16 08:00-08:50 Registration and Morning Tea 08:50-09:00 Opening Ceremony, Welcome Address by SMM Leaders 09:00-09:20 Latest Policies in the Southeast Asian Automotive Industry 09:20-09:50 Brand Building and Differentiation Strategies for Cars in the Southeast Asian Market 09:50-10:15 Coffee Break 10:15-11:00 Roundtable Discussion: Construction and Optimization Pathways for Localized Supply Chains in Southeast Asia Guest Speakers: · Martin Knoss, Regional President for Passenger Cars, Commercial Vehicles, and Off-Road Vehicles, ASEAN Market Segment, 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, Head of Greater China, SIIX · Guan Xin, Deputy General Manager, Southeast Asia Division, Changan Automobile 11:00-11:45 Roundtable Discussion: Southeast Asian Automotive Supply Chain - Import Matters (Services, Prices, Possibilities for 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. 12:00-13:30 Lunch + Networking 13:30-14:15 Roundtable Discussion: Acceleration of Electrification and Electronics in Thailand and Research on Progress in Localization of Core Components Guest Speakers: · Xu Xiaolong, Deputy General Manager, Inovance Joint Power System (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) · Suphot Sukphisarn, Chairman, Auto Parts Industry Association, Federation of Thai Industries, Deputy Secretary-General, Thai Auto Parts Manufacturers Association 14:15-14:35 Silicon Steel for New Energy Motors Guest Speaker: Hunan Hongwang New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. 14:35-15:00 Coffee Break 15:10-15:55 Roundtable Discussion: Charging Pile Infrastructure: Unlocking the Last Mile of the New Energy Revolution in Southeast Asia Guest 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 15:55-16:15 To Be Confirmed Guest Speaker: Guangzhou Futures Exchange 16:15-16:35 To Be Confirmed 16:35-17:05 Roundtable Discussion: Choices for Factory Establishment in Southeast Asia: Analysis of the Pros and Cons of Joint Ventures and Wholly-Owned Enterprises Invited Companies: Talon United Motor Co., Ltd., Charoen Pokphand Group, Toyota Motor Thailand Co., Ltd., Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd., SAIC Zhengda Motor Co., Ltd., Foton Motor (Thailand) Co., Ltd., Chinese Wholly-Owned Factories 19:00-21:00 Cocktail Dinner June 17 09:00-09:20 To Be Confirmed 09:20-10:05 Roundtable Discussion: How Can Local Supply in Southeast Asia Serve European and US Markets Guest Speakers: · Tuan Vi, Vice President, Supply Chain and Logistics, Asia Pacific, Schaeffler Vietnam · Dr. Mustafa Saed, Executive Director, Cybersecurity, Aptiv USA Invited Companies: ZF (Thailand) Co., Ltd., BMW Group Thailand, Faurecia (Thailand) Automotive Seating and Interior Systems Co., Ltd., Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 10:05-10:30 Coffee Break 10:30-11:15 Roundtable Discussion: Battery Material Supply Chain - Cell Chemical Materials Possibilities for Synergy in Southeast Asia Guest Speakers: · Tony, General Manager, SEVB (Thailand) Co., Ltd. · Liu Rui, Chairman, Innova (Malaysia) New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. · Jin Changxi, Sales Director for Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia, Electrolyte Division, Tinci · Yang Shuzhan, Deputy General Manager, BTR, Chairman, Indonesia BTR Invited Companies: Cathode Material Manufacturers, Battery Factories 11:15-11:35 To Be Confirmed 11:35-13:00 Lunch + Networking 13:30-17:30 Auto Parts Demand Matching Session (Highlight!)
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