Honda teams up with KTMB; provides e.N1 EVs for ASEAN Railways CEOs’ conference

KUALA LUMPUR: Honda Malaysia has become the Official Car Transport Partner for the 45th ASEAN Railways CEOs’ Conference (ARCEOs’), hosted by Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB). This five-day event brings together the top leaders of railway operators from across ASEAN, serving as a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.

Honda e: N1 is the official car of 2025 ASEAN Railways CEO conference

As a part of the collaboration, Honda is providing 25 units of the all-new e:N1 electric SUV to facilitate the smooth commute of ASEAN railway industry leaders and delegates between event venues. 

Taking place in Kuala Lumpur from 8 to 12 September, the 2025 ASEAN Railways CEO conference will welcome representatives from eight ASEAN countries, including Malaysia (the host nation), Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, Myanmar, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos. 

Honda Malaysia’s commitment to future mobility

The Honda e:N1 reflects the brand’s push towards electrification in the local market. The all-electric technology also supports ASEAN’s sustainability goals by offering a greener and smarter mode of transportation. 

By becoming the Official Car Transport Partner for the event, Honda reaffirms its dedication to advancing initiatives and shaping the future of mobility at both local and regional levels. It offers a greener and smarter mode of transportation, giving ASEAN delegates a firsthand experience of Honda’s BEV technology.

Honda Malaysia Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Narushi Yazaki, said, “We are proud to support this prestigious event and KTMB by ensuring a seamless commuting experience across the Klang Valley for delegates. This collaboration symbolises the strong synergy between the railway and automotive industries in advancing sustainable mobility. The conference brings together leaders, policymakers and innovators from the ASEAN railway sector to exchange ideas and share expertise, with an aim to elevate transportation efficiency and convenience across the region. This goal resonates with our brand promise, “The Power of Dreams, How We Move You”, as we leverage Honda’s technology to connect people, communities and industries while delivering the joy and freedom of mobility.” 

45th ASEAN Railways CEO conference

As mentioned above, the 5-day conference began on September 8 with “Driving Innovation, Connecting Borders” as this year’s theme. Ir. Ahmad Nizam Mohamed Amin, Covering Group Chief Executive Officer of KTMB & Chairman of the Organizing Committee of the 45th ARCEOs’, said, “As host, KTMB takes immense pride in welcoming distinguished leaders of the ASEAN railway fraternity to Kuala Lumpur for the 45th ARCEOs”. 

This conference aims to unlock opportunities, strengthen collaboration, and advance our shared vision of regional connectivity, economic growth, and sustainable mobility across ASEAN and beyond, he added. 

This partnership between KTMB and Honda Malaysia has set a new standard for green, seamless, and connected journeys across the region.

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