Riyad, July 11: The Global EV & Mobility Technology Forum wrapped up today to rave reviews from speakers, exhibitors, delegates, and visitors alike, setting a thrilling stage for the next edition. Attendees were delighted by the outstanding content and impressive showcases, making this year's event an unforgettable success.
The energy on the floor was palpable throughout the event. The Day 2 sessions began with insightful presentations from renowned speakers. Noor Essam Fadel, Co-Founder & CEO of CleanTech SA, discussed "The Role of Renewables in Decarbonising the Logistics Sector in KSA." Hashim Alfatayerji, Operations & Commercial Director of SIXT KSA, provided valuable insights on "Sustainability with Fleet Management." Ibrahim Abudayeh, Senior General Manager at GCC Olayan, illuminated "Powering the Future: Navigating the Electric Mobility Landscape for Residential and Commercial Charging Solutions." Mohammed Fayez, eMobility & Residential Sales Manager at Schneider Electric, highlighted the "Benefits of Using AI for Efficient Infrastructure Deployment, Enhancement for Battery Systems, and Smart Grids." Additionally, Baerte De Brey, Vice President of AVERE, shared his expertise on "Researching & Testing Smart & Sustainable Charging (Bi-Directional Charging: V2G)."
Important panel discussions covered key topics such as "Government Incentives for Charging Infrastructure: Policy Framework in Saudi Arabia," "Autonomous & Electric Transportation: A Vision 2030 Perspective," and "Clean Hydrogen: A Catalyst for Sustainable Mobility."
In the meanwhile, visitors from across the globe remained captivated by the groundbreaking technologies on display, engaging directly with industry leaders. Prominent exhibitors like Lucid Group, Aljabr KIA, Omoda Jaecoo, FlyNow Aviation, TASARU Mobility Investments, BSKL Solutions, ASX E-Mobility, Elaadnl, Charging Interface Initiative (Charin), Avee, and the Clean Energy Business Council kept their booths bustling, attracting a constant stream of interested attendees.
Over the course of two consecutive days, attendees experienced an engaging and deeply satisfying event. One of the speakers, Fathi Tlatli, President of Global Sector Auto-Mobility at DHL, shared on LinkedIn that he had the "incredible opportunity" to speak at the Forum and was "honored to contribute to such a dynamic and forward-thinking conference inspired by Saudi Vision 2030."
Zeeshan Shahid, Marketing Manager at Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., posted on LinkedIn about the "exhilarating" first day at the Global EV & Mobility Technology Forum. He highlighted that #OMODA and #JAECOO made a significant impact, receiving positive feedback from attendees. He also expressed gratitude for the visit from H.E. Mohammad Alsahib, Deputy Minister of Investment at the Ministry of Investment KSA (MISA), whose positive remarks were greatly appreciated by the team.
Similarly, Muhammad Khalid, Warranty Officer at Juffali Commercial Vehicles, wrote about his privilege of meeting key industry players. He noted their discussions on innovative ideas for embracing new energy mobility solutions and achieving CO2 neutrality. He described the experience as incredibly enriching and filled with the latest industry innovations.
The Global EV & Mobility Technology Forum concluded on a high note, with attendees leaving inspired and eager for future editions. The event successfully fostered collaboration and innovation, underscoring the critical role of sustainable mobility in shaping a greener future.
Looking forward, the stage is set for an even more impactful event next year, as the Global EV & Mobility Technology Forum continues to drive progress and innovation in the industry.