On March 8, 2024, Mr. Yasuhiro Hayashida, Executive Officer of Nishitetsu Shizen Energy GK (also serving as General Manager, New Business Domain Development Department of Nishi-Nippon Railroad Co.,Ltd) delivered a speech at a seminar organized by Japan Planning Institute and introduced eMotion Fleet Inc. (eMotion Fleet) as a business partner in their initiatives for EV fleet management and energy management.

The theme of the seminar was "Nishitetsu Shizen Energy GK: Born from the corporate culture of Nishi-Nippon Railroad Co., Ltd., aiming to achieve a decarbonized society: To renewable energy projects, grid battery storage business and mobility × energy sector projects in collaboration with local governments.” Mr. Hayashida spoke about the Nishitetsu Group's efforts to change its corporate culture, how to incubate new businesses, and how Nishitetsu Shizen Energy GK was established.

About the seminar: https://www.jpi.co.jp/seminar/16777

In the context of introducing and operating commercial EVs, including trucks and buses, effective EV fleet management is crucial for enhancing operations, reducing costs, and decreasing CO2 emissions. Mr. Hayashida highlighted eMotion Fleet's track record and services in EV fleet management, which will support the upcoming adoption of EVs and the expansion of business in the Mobility x Energy sector by Nishitetsu Shizen Energy GK.