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John Keells Group President – Retail Charitha Subasinghe (second from left) presenting the title sponsor cheque to State Transport Minister Lasantha Alagiyawanna (centre) in the presence of (from left): JKCG Auto General Manager Charith Panditharatne, Transport and Highways Ministry Secretary Ranjith Rubasinghe, and Asia Exhibition and Convention Centre Chief Executive Officer Tyronne Chandrasekara
John Keells CG Auto Ltd. (JKCG Auto), the joint venture between John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH), Sri Lanka’s largest conglomerate listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange and CG Global headquartered in Dubai, partnered with the Asia Exhibition and Convention Ltd., to announce BYD as the title sponsor for the highly anticipated EV Motor Show 2024.
The event scheduled to be held at the BMICH from 28 to 30 June is expected to significantly influence the local EV market by raising awareness while highlighting the advancements of EV technology that can be leveraged to redefine Sri Lanka’s long-term vision for sustainable transportation.
John Keells Group President – Retail Charitha Subasinghe said: “Considering the significant economic and environmental benefits, it’s crucial that we integrate EVs more seriously into our transport ecosystem. Our partnership with BYD is designed to integrate the global eco-conscious trends in Sri Lanka. We are committed to setting new benchmarks in the transportation industry by developing essential infrastructure, leveraging our properties across the country. Additionally, our collaboration with our principal in China ensures a continuous flow of cutting-edge technology and expertise.”
Playing a pivotal role in the adoption of electric vehicles in Sri Lanka, JKCG Auto will support early adopters in transitioning to the NEV ecosystem. The subsidiary will leverage its ties with JKH to develop the necessary charging infrastructure across the island.
CG Corp Global Managing Director Nirvana K Chaudhary said: “Our collaboration with JKH underscores our unwavering support and trust in the Sri Lankan economy. By introducing cutting-edge NEV solutions and fostering sustainable transportation, we aim to contribute to a long-term vision for environmental sustainability and economic resilience. This partnership with BYD and the EV Motor Show 2024 is a testament to our commitment to innovation and our belief in the potential of the Sri Lankan market to lead in the adoption of eco-friendly technologies.”
JKCG Auto General Manager Charith Panditharatne said: “Our collaboration with the EV Motor Show 2024 underscores our commitment to developing Sri Lanka’s EV ecosystem. We are excited to showcase advanced new energy vehicles that reflect our long-term vision for a sustainable future. This event marks a significant milestone in our efforts to build a supportive infrastructure for electric vehicles in Sri Lanka.”
JKCG has commissioned a state-of-the-art service centre dedicated to BYD NEVs. The facility will provide essential services and support to customers, ensuring their vehicles remain in optimal condition.
