Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, September 18, 2025 – Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, is ramping up its commitment to sustainable logistics in Malaysia with the deployment of 41 new Maxus e-Deliver 3 electric vans. Each van offers a 920-kilogram load capacity and an estimated range of up to 228 kilometers on a full charge. Together, the vehicles are estimated to avoid approximately 305 metric tonnes of tailpipe CO2 emissions per year when compared to the diesel-powered vans they replace. [[1]]
The electric vehicles (EVs) will be used for parcel pickup and delivery services across key Malaysian cities, including Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, Ipoh, Penang and the Klang Valley. To support the electric fleet, FedEx installed 41 alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) charging stations at strategic locations nationwide earlier this year.
This deployment is a key moment in the company’s sustainability journey in Malaysia. It supports both the FedEx goals of achieving carbon-neutral operations by 2040 and having an all-electric pickup and delivery fleet by that same year. Additionally, the expanded EV fleet supports Malaysia’s Low Carbon Mobility Blueprint (2021–2030) and aligns with the broader objectives of the Twelfth Malaysia Plan (2021-2025), which priorities green growth as a pathway to economic progress, improved resource efficiency and long-term environmental sustainability.
After introducing its first two EVs in the Klang Valley in May 2023, the company went on to pioneer Malaysia’s first cross-border EV delivery to Singapore in February 2024 — a landmark trial recognised by the Malaysian Book of Records.
“The successful cross-border EV delivery between Malaysia and Singapore last year reinforced our confidence in the role electric vehicles can play in logistics,” said Tien Long Woon, Managing Director of FedEx Malaysia. “This latest EV fleet expansion is a meaningful step forward in embedding sustainability into our day-to-day operations. It reflects our belief that innovation and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand, and we’re proud to be part of the collective effort toward a low-carbon future in Malaysia.”
Beyond vehicle electrification, FedEx empowers customers to reduce their own supply chain emissions through FedEx® Sustainability Insights – a cloud-based carbon emissions reporting tool that provides customers with access to historical emissions data from eligible shipments within the FedEx network. These insights enable customers to make informed, data-driven decisions to optimise their shipping strategies with sustainability objectives in mind.
These efforts complement broader FedEx sustainability initiatives to reduce emissions across the company’s expansive global network, including within its air operations. The recent purchase of over three million gallons of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for use at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) marked the largest SAF procurement to date by a U.S. cargo airline at LAX, furthering the company’s work to connect the world—including the Asia-Pacific region—in increasingly efficient and sustainable ways.
For more information about FedEx sustainability efforts and its commitment to a more environmentally responsible future, please click here.
[1] Estimated reduction is based on replacing 41 diesel-powered Toyota HiAce vehicles with the new e-Deliver 3 vans over typical annual operating distances.
Stress, anxiety, depression, and migraines are more than personal health concerns—they are workplace challenges that directly affect employee engagement, productivity, and overall performance. Recognizing this, AMCHAM’s Healthcare & Lifesciences Committee convened the first instalment of its Healthcare Series, The Wellness Equation: Whole Mind, Whole Workforce, Achieving Wellness Together, on 18 September.
The session began with opening remarks from Lim Tian Yang, Vice President of MOSHPA, who framed the day’s focus on mental health and wellbeing in the workplace.
Dr. Harkirath Singh, ASP Medical Clinic delivered a lively presentation on burnout, its consequences, and recovery and prevention strategies. Prof. Dr. Wan Aliaa Binti Wan Sulaiman, Universiti Putra Malaysia provided an in-depth presentation on migraines, their triggers, impacts, and management solutions.
The event wrapped up with a panel discussion featuring both speakers along with Presana Ragunathan (ASP Medical Clinic) and Dr. Santhanamohan Nagesperam (DOSH), moderated by Azrul Mohd Khalib (Galen Centre). The panel explored integrated strategies to support mental health and manage migraines in the workplace.
Thank you to Dr. Doreen Yeap and Shamie Zainal for being instrumental members of the planning committee, whose efforts were key to organizing this event. We also extend our appreciation to Shamie Zainal, Vice Chair of the AMCHAM HLS Committee for welcoming our guests and attendees and for delivering the closing remarks. Thank you to all the speakers for sharing their expertise and practical insights, which gave attendees a deeper understanding of these critical issues.
On 11 September 2025, AmCham Hong Kong hosted a timely discussion on the Regional Implications of U.S. Trade Policies, examining how recent trade agreements between the U.S. and key Asia Pacific nations are reshaping business landscapes. Ambassador Kurt Tong, Managing Partner of The Asia Group, joined as keynote panellist, sharing his insights on the evolving U.S. political and trade climate.
The session brought together leaders from across the AmCham network to discuss the effects of tariffs, transshipment complexities, and wider shifts in U.S. trade policy.
AmCham representatives included:
- Dato’ Siobhan Das, CEO of AmCham Malaysia
- Travis Mitchell, Executive Director, AmCham Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City)
- Donna Priadi, Managing Director, AmCham Indonesia
- Richard Nuttall, Director of Tax & Corporate Services, KPMG; Co-Chair, AmCham Cambodia International Trade and Logistics Committee
The discussion was moderated by Eden Woon, President of AmCham Hong Kong. Thank you to AmCham Hong Kong for organizing this discussion and inviting our CEO to share her insights.
On 10 September 2025, AMCHAM had the privilege of attending the Simposium Penilaian Strategik ARPA (Agenda Reformasi Perkhidmatan Awam), represented by our Government Relations Officer, Sashvin Raj.
The symposium was a valuable opportunity to gain insights into the government’s ongoing reform efforts and to hear diverse perspectives from industry and stakeholders.
We would like to thank the Unit Penyelarasan Lonjakan Prestasi (PACU), Prime Minister’s Office, and the Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) for organizing such an engaging and informative session.
AMCHAM is grateful to be part of this meaningful conversation that supports Malaysia’s journey toward greater productivity and competitiveness.
On 10 September 2025, AMCHAM CEO Dato’ Siobhan Das joined The Honorable Fabian Bigar, Secretary General of the Ministry of Digital, for a fireside chat at the Amazon Web Services (AWS) ASEAN Cloud Policy Workshop held at Sheraton Kuala Lumpur.
The discussion, “Policies to Supercharge ASEAN’s Economic Growth with Cloud Computing,” highlighted AMCHAM’s perspective on the importance of clear, adaptable policies to support cloud and AI adoption. Dato’ Siobhan emphasized the critical role of data governance, cybersecurity, and resilience as industries increasingly depend on digital infrastructure, and underscored the need for risk mitigation and stronger public-private collaboration in shaping effective digital policies.
Our thanks to AWS for inviting AMCHAM to be part of this timely discussion.
On 8 September 2025, AMCHAM had the privilege of hosting Y. Kevin Kim, Senior Bureau Official (SBO) at the U.S. Department of State, together with his team.
It was a warm and insightful discussion, touching on Malaysia’s economic landscape and the opportunities and challenges faced by American companies here.
We are grateful for the open exchange and look forward to continued collaboration that will further strengthen the U.S.–Malaysia partnership and contribute to a better Malaysia.
