KUALA LUMPUR: The Electric Vehicle and Battery Management (EVBM) Guidelines aim to ensure public safety, environmental protection, and the sustainability of Malaysia's electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem.
Datuk Hairil Yahri Yaacob, secretary general of the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), noted that focusing on the safe handling, transportation, and disposal of EV batteries can boost business productivity by establishing a more efficient and sustainable framework for all stakeholders while protecting the environment.
He emphasised that the industry-developed guidelines provide significant benefits for both the industry and the nation, with a strong focus on safety and environmental responsibility.
"By outlining best practices for the handling and transportation of EV lithium batteries, we ensure the prevention of fire and explosion hazards.
"This approach also minimises environmental impact, helping us align with global standards in sustainability while protecting both our communities and the environment," he said in his speech at the guideline launch here today.
The EVBM Guideline was released in conjunction with the International Greentech and Eco Products Exhibition and Conference Malaysia (IGEM) 2024 at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC).
The development of these guidelines, led by Northport (Malaysia) Bhd in collaboration with businesses and regulators across the EV ecosystem, was facilitated by Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) with support from the Malaysia Automotive Robotics and IoT Institute (MARii).
Hairil further commented that the guideline is designed to evolve with the industry, and continuous collaboration with the private sector will ensure that Malaysia remains a leader in sustainable mobility.
He stated that MITI fully supports the EVBM Guidelines as they offer businesses a clear framework to manage EVs and their batteries safely and sustainably.
"Premised on the principles of life-cycle management, the guidelines cover handling, transportation, disposal, and recycling of EVs and EV batteries.
"As such, this launch is a key step towards strengthening Malaysia's positioning as a regional manufacturing hub for electric mobility and attracting future green technology investments," he added.