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  Yahaya Bin Ahmad

  Head of Unit of Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS)

  Yahaya Bin Ahmad

  Head of Unit of Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS)

  A seasoned leader in automotive safety and strategic program development, this professional directs the end-to-end management of ASEAN NCAP operations, overseeing vehicle safety assessment workflows, stakeholder engagement, and targeted marketing campaigns. By fostering cross-functional collaboration with government agencies, technical teams, and industry partners, they ensure all initiatives align with national road safety priorities and organizational objectives—driving measurable impact across Malaysia’s evolving automotive landscape.
  
  Central to their role is the leadership of ASEAN NCAP safety protocol design and regional adaptation. They spearhead the development, refinement, and implementation of assessment protocols that integrate local crash data, regional vehicle trends, and emerging safety technologies. Addressing ASEAN-specific challenges—such as mixed traffic environments and high motorcycle density—they benchmark protocols against UN Regulations and Euro NCAP standards to ensure global relevance and contextual accuracy. Through continuous evaluation and framework enhancement, they strengthen the validity and real-world impact of vehicle safety ratings across the region.
  
  Their expertise is further anchored in evidence-based road safety research, directly supporting operational and policy initiatives for MIROS, the Ministry of Transport Malaysia, and affiliated research centres. They lead comprehensive assessments of passive and active safety technologies while managing the full operations of the MIROS crash test laboratory and test track. By bridging advanced research with technical execution, they reinforce ASEAN NCAP’s standing as a pivotal authority in automotive safety—ultimately contributing to safer vehicles, better-informed consumers, and the preservation of lives on ASEAN roads.

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  Tongchai Jinaphunt

  Director, Vice President of Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand

  Tongchai Jinaphunt

  Director, Vice President of Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand

  Dr. Tongchai Jinaphunt is a highly accomplished leader in the automotive and energy sectors, holding a Ph.D. in Research and Statistics in Cognitive Sciences from Burapha University. With over 33 years of experience in large-scale manufacturing and technology development, he has become a cornerstone of Thailand’s transition toward sustainable mobility and smart industrial solutions.
  
  Industrial Leadership & Manufacturing Excellence
  Dr. Tongchai Jinaphunt ’s extensive career spans the end-to-end lifecycle of Electric Motorcycles, including design, manufacturing, and sales. As a seasoned executive, he has managed operational and capital budgets exceeding 1,550 million THB, overseeing a workforce of over 1,500 employees. His leadership is characterized by a dual focus on Research and Development—specifically in IoT, alternative energy, and smart automotive products—and operational excellence. He has been instrumental in implementing rigorous quality control procedures and performance-driven training programs that have set benchmarks for manufacturing efficiency.
  
  Policy & Standard Development
  🔹A recognized authority on Electric Vehicles (EVs), Dr. [Name] has held several influential roles within the Thai government and professional associations:
  🔹Chairman of Regulation and Standardization (2018–2022): Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT).
  🔹Committee Member for Standardization: Thailand Industrial Standards Institute (TISI), Ministry of Industry.
  🔹NEV Expert: Committee member for New Energy Vehicles under the Ministry of Education.
  
  Research & Academic Contribution
  Beyond the factory floor, Dr. [Name] is a dedicated researcher and educator. He served as a researcher for the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), focusing on battery swapping platforms for electric motorcycles. His commitment to the next generation of engineers is evident through his work developing NEV curricula for Thailand’s top academic institutions, including Chulalongkorn, Thammasat, and Kasetsart Universities, as well as the Thailand Automotive Institute (TAI).

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  Genya Abe

  Deputy General Manager of Japan Automobile Research Institute

  Genya Abe

  Deputy General Manager of Japan Automobile Research Institute

  Dr. Genya Abe is the Deputy General Manager of the Autonomous Driving Research Division at the Japan Automobile Research Institute (JARI), Japan. He received his Ph.D. in Human Sciences from Loughborough University, United Kingdom. His academic background focuses on human factors and human–machine interaction in automated systems.
  
  Dr. Abe has contributed to research projects with industry, academia, and governmental organizations in the field of automated driving safety. His research interests include human–machine interaction, driver trust, safety assurance of automated driving systems, and evaluation technologies for automated driving and advanced driver assistance systems (AD/ADAS). He also contributes to international standardization activities in the field of automated driving safety. He serves as an international expert in ISO/TC22/SC33/WG9, which focuses on scenario-based development of driving automation systems. Through his work, he aims to promote the safe deployment and social acceptance of automated driving technologies.

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  Kim Hyoung Gu

  Team Leader of Korea Automobile Testing & Research Institute (KATRI)

  Kim Hyoung Gu

  Team Leader of Korea Automobile Testing & Research Institute (KATRI)

  Dr. Hyoung-Gu, Kim is the chief researcher of international regulations team of Korea Internationalization Center for Automobile Standards (KICAS) in Korea Automobile Testing & Research Institute (KATRI).
  
  He received a doctor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Han-Yang University in Korea and came to KATRI in 2005 as a test engineer. He worked in laboratory of lighting and lighting devices for compliance test and also conducted test of indirect vision of driver.
  
  In 2010, He moved to vehicle policy division in KATRI to work for harmonization of UN ECE WP.29, making and amending Korean Vehicle Safety standards, supporting government in Korean-US and Korean-EU FTA and other international activities including APEC/TPT/VSHG and JASIC PP Forum. Since 2020, he has been taking a role of Vice-Chair of GRSP under the UNECE WP.29.
  
  Now, His main responsibility is managing all international works including making annual plan to harmonization research related to UNECE WP.29 by government budget and all international cooperation with other countries in KATRI including Korea-US and Korea-EU FTA vehicle working groups

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  Takuya Maeda

  Managing Director of IAV Co., Ltd.

  Takuya Maeda

  Managing Director of IAV Co., Ltd.

  I am Takuya Maeda, Managing Director of IAV Japan, a role I have held since June 2021. With an MBA, a Master's degree in Systems Engineering, and over 25 years of global automotive experience, I specialize in technology strategy, development methodology and process, and organizational management. Currently, I am leading IAV Japan in driving Digital Transformation (DX) and guiding the industry's shift toward SDV. I focus on supporting international players navigate the complex integration of powertrains and ADAS to meet the rigorous quality standards of the Japanese market.
  My career began at Toyota Motor Corporation in 1998. In 2000, I joined Ford Motor Company as an engine control engineer, later expanding my responsibilities into product planning and global project management. I oversaw Ford-Mazda joint ventures and managed major vehicle launches at a facility in Thailand, gaining profound insights into the development processes of global OEMs. From 2011, I continued my international career at AVL, working across Japan, Austria, and Germany in key leadership roles, achieving notable sales records and project awards.
  Today at IAV Japan, I am committed to both technological excellence and a human-centric management philosophy. I firmly believe the profound challenges of the mobility revolution cannot be solved by a single company. True DX requires us to look beyond traditional boundaries, forging strong cross-industry partnerships and building a collaborative ecosystem. By fostering leadership within my organization and promoting open collaboration, I strive to bridge the gap between global technology innovation and the complex system integration needed for a safer, connected mobility society.

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  曾怡舜

  oToBrite (歐特明) 產品策略暨行銷協理

  曾怡舜

  oToBrite (歐特明) 產品策略暨行銷協理

  畢業於國立臺灣大學電機工程學系，擁有超過十年的產品管理與業務拓展經驗，曾怡舜 協理是一位資深專家。憑藉在 3D 機器視覺與視覺式人工智慧的深厚技術基礎，他一直是推動尖端研發與大規模商業化之間橋樑的核心力量，特別是在自動駕駛產業。
  目前擔任 oToBrite 產品策略與行銷協理，他成功地從技術專案經理一路歷練到業務開發經理，擔任過多個關鍵領導職位。曾怡舜 協理職涯中的一項里程碑是帶領團隊完成小鵬汽車視覺 AI 自動泊車感知系統的量產與部署。在他的領導下，這套自動泊車解決方案連續多年在多項自動駕駛評測中取得頂尖成績。
  除了汽車 ADAS 市場之外，曾怡舜 協理也展現了卓越的戰略眼光，善用 NVIDIA 生態系統來擴展成熟技術的應用。藉此，成功將公司的版圖從競爭激烈的車用領域拓展至高速成長的無人載具與機器人市場。

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  林根源

  和碩聯合科技 車電事業處 特助

  林根源

  和碩聯合科技 車電事業處 特助

  林根源博士是汽車技術領域的傑出專家，擁有超過 30 年的研發、測試及產業領導經驗。他的職業生涯致力於推動汽車電子、智慧車輛及電動車 (EV) 系統的前瞻發展。
  
  核心經歷與產業貢獻
  林博士曾於財團法人車輛研究測試中心 (ARTC) 深耕 23 年（1997–2020）。在此期間，他對建立關鍵測試實驗室及制定國家級汽車電子標準發揮了舉足輕重的作用。此外，他領導經濟部(MOEA) 與交通部 (MOTC) 多項政府資助計畫，對於強化台灣汽車基礎設施與智慧座艙的開發具有關鍵貢獻。
  
  自 2020 年起，林博士擔任和碩聯合科技 (PEGATRON) 汽車事業群特助，負責銜接前瞻研究與產業應用。他同時擔任台灣先進車用技術發展協會 (TADA) 動力/能源/控制委員會副主任委員，負責主導能源管理與智慧控制的戰略方向。
  
  專業領域與研究成就
  林博士具備跨領域的專業知識，涵蓋以下範疇：
  🔹系統開發：電動車系統、智慧車輛整合及智慧座艙。
  🔹驗證與可靠度：路載模擬、結構耐久性及零件可靠度分析。
  
  學術貢獻：曾發表 2 篇 SCI 國際期刊論文及 4 篇 SAE（國際自動機工程學會）論文，並於多場國際研討會發表學術成果。

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  陳瑩芳

  VicOne 銷售部高級業務經理

  陳瑩芳

  VicOne 銷售部高級業務經理

  陳瑩芳是汽車網路安全領域的商務發展領袖，目前擔任 VicOne 的商務發展經理。VicOne 為趨勢科技 (Trend Micro) 旗下子公司，專注於守護軟體定義汽車 (SDV) 的安全。
  
  核心職責與專業貢獻
  在 VicOne 任職期間，Chelsea 在推動 亞太及中東市場 的 OEM 車廠、一級供應商 (Tier 1) 及監管機構的策略合作中扮演關鍵角色。她深耕於推廣 ISO/SAE 21434 以及 UNECE R155/R156 合規標準，協助汽車產業利害關係人建構其網路安全藍圖。
  
  專業貢獻涵蓋多個面向，包括：
  🔹前期產品規劃與需求分析
  🔹主導客戶工作坊，凝聚技術共識
  🔹執行入侵檢測系統 (IDS) 與漏洞管理解決方案的專案落地
  
  職涯背景
  在加入 VicOne 之前，Chelsea 曾於趨勢科技擔任要職，負責管理全球技術供應商的合作夥伴關係，並在多個產業領域推動網路安全計畫。憑藉在企業網路安全與移動通訊 (Mobility) 領域超過十年的豐富經驗，Chelsea 展現了卓越的跨領域能力，能在快速演進的聯網車生態系中，完美銜接技術需求與商業策略兩大視角。

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  戴志言

  中華經濟研究院國際經濟所副研究員

  戴志言

  中華經濟研究院國際經濟所副研究員

  戴志言博士（Dr. Chih-Yen Tai）現任中華經濟研究院（CIER）副研究員，並兼任科技政策評估研究中心副主任。他的研究領域主要集中於數位經濟、新興技術以及產業策略。戴博士畢業於國立中山大學，取得企業管理博士學位。在 2016 年加入中經院之前，他曾任職於財團法人商業發展研究院（CDRI），擔任研究員及商業模式創新研究所副所長。在其職業生涯早期，他也曾於工業技術研究院（ITRI）擔任專案經理。

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  Ethel Luciana Salas Castillo

  Director of Innovation and Smart City Initiatives

  Ethel Luciana Salas Castillo

  Director of Innovation and Smart City Initiatives

  Ethel Luciana Salas Castillo is an Industrial Engineer specializing in digital transformation, smart city governance, and data-driven public management. Director of Innovation and Smart City Initiatives at the Municipality of San Miguel, Lima, Peru, she directs the strategic development of technology-driven public policies integrating artificial intelligence, advanced data analytics, and digital governance frameworks to strengthen urban management and enhance the efficiency, transparency, and responsiveness of public service delivery.
  
  Her academic background includes a Master’s Degree in Digital Transformation from the University of Barcelona (Spain). Her professional profile is complemented by international immersion and cooperation programs focused on urban innovation and smart city ecosystems in Spain, Brazil, and the People’s Republic of China, providing exposure to global practices in intelligent mobility systems, smart infrastructure, and emerging urban technologies.
  
  Within this role, she drives the implementation of the Smart City San Miguel strategy, an integrated urban innovation and digital transformation framework designed to build a technologically enabled, resilient, and citizen-centered urban ecosystem. The strategy promotes the deployment of artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, and intelligent digital infrastructure to support data-driven decision-making, strengthen urban security systems, and improve operational efficiency.
  
  Her work advances AI-enabled mobility systems, intelligent transportation infrastructure, and emerging intelligent vehicle technologies, contributing to safer and more efficient urban environments and fostering innovation and technological cooperation across APEC economies.

 

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