TAGUIG CITY, Philippines, Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Yadea Philippines and J&T Express have announced a strategic partnership to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in the local logistics sector. Manila will serve as the pilot with 1,000 units rolling out initially, followed by nationwide expansion.
As the global No.1 electric two-wheeler brand for nine consecutive years, Yadea operates over 70 branded sales and service centers, with flagship models like EPOC and CL8. Partnering with J&T Express, a leading Philippine courier, will accelerate Yadea's entry into the local logistics market. Together, they aim to optimize logistics and drive a greener, low-carbon future for express delivery, reflecting the companies' shared commitment to sustainable urban mobility and environmental stewardship.
YADEA ST13 is an electric delivery tricycle designed for high-frequency, short-distance commercial delivery scenarios. It integrates energy-efficient transport systems purpose-built for high-frequency urban dispatch. The unit features a weight-reducing mesh cargo box that directly optimizes battery range, paired with premium A+ grade puncture-resistant steel-wire tires designed for continuous delivery operational capability.
Yadea General Manager of the Philippines Wang Chun stated, "This cooperation reflects a deep synergy between product capability and logistics networks, representing a practical response to the country's demand for green transportation. We hope our locally tailored electric vehicles allow delivery personnel to ride with greater peace of mind and operate more efficiently, injecting tangible momentum into low-carbon urban logistics."
J&T Express Philippines National Capital Region Key Account Manager Mary Andaya stated, "Through this collaboration, we are actively integrating electric vehicle solutions into our last-mile operations. This initiative optimizes our daily workflow while aligning with our shared direction of collaborating on the large-scale adoption of electric tricycles for deliveries to enhance delivery efficiency within the local logistics sector."
About YADEA
YADEA is a leading electric mobility brand and has ranked No.1 globally in electric two-wheeler sales for nine consecutive years. Driven by innovation, YADEA provides electric two-wheelers, electric tricycles and other mobility solutions to users around the world through its integrated capabilities in R&D, manufacturing, products channels and services.
About J&T Express Philippines
J&T Express Philippines, a nationwide logistics provider established in 2019, offers express delivery services via land, air, and sea. The company operates automated distribution centers and maintains extensive trucks and delivery services that run 24/7, ensuring that packages are safely delivered across the Philippines.
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YADEA and J&T Express Philippines Sign Strategic Agreement to Advance Electric Last-Mile Delivery
BANGKOK, Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Thailand's elite business leaders and outstanding enterprises have been recognized for forging lasting legacies of excellence, innovation, and resilience at the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2026 Thailand. Organized by Enterprise Asia, the prestigious awards ceremony was held on 21 August 2026 at Conrad Bangkok, Thailand, celebrating visionary leaders and organizations whose achievements continue to inspire progress and shape the future of business in Thailand and beyond.
Held under the theme "Forging Legacy: Celebrating Excellence, Inspiring Tomorrow", the Awards highlighted the importance of building enterprises that deliver meaningful and enduring impact. This year's honorees demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic foresight, and a commitment to innovation and responsible business practices, setting new benchmarks for excellence while contributing to Asia's continued economic advancement.
Over 100 nominations from across the country underwent a rigorous judging process conducted by a distinguished panel of experts. Nominees were assessed based on leadership excellence, business performance, innovation, sustainability, governance, and overall impact. Following extensive deliberations, exceptional winners were selected across five award categories: Master Entrepreneur, Inspirational Brand, Fast Enterprise, Corporate Excellence, and the newly introduced Corporate Integrity and Governance Excellence Award, which recognizes organizations demonstrating exemplary governance, ethical leadership, transparency, and effective risk management.
Since 2007, the Awards has been organized throughout the region, recognizing exceptional business leaders and enterprises that have made significant contributions to entrepreneurship and economic development. Past recipients include Kwek Leng Beng of Hong Leong Group Singapore, Vietnam's Dang Van Thanh of TTC Group, Thailand's Tan Passakornnatee of Ichitan Group, Indonesia's Hary Tanoesoedibjo of MNC Group, India's Adi Godrej of Godrej Group, the Philippines' Manuel Villar of Vista Land, and Hoe Kian Choon of Cuckoo Malaysia.
In his welcome address, Enterprise Asia Chairman Dr. Fong Chan Onn underscored the importance of proactive leadership in navigating an increasingly dynamic business landscape. He shared that enterprises must not only respond to change but take a forward-looking approach by harnessing innovation, strengthening collaboration, and embracing new opportunities. By leading with purpose and vision, businesses can unlock sustainable growth and build meaningful, long-term impact.
This year's distinguished awardees comprise visionary business leaders under the Master Entrepreneur category, including Bangkok Commercial Asset Management Public Company Limited's Chief Executive Officer Dr. Rak Vorrakitpokatorn, and Muang Thai Life Assurance PCL's Chief Executive Officer Sara Lamsam, who have demonstrated exceptional foresight, resilience, and entrepreneurial excellence in driving their organizations forward.
The Inspirational Brand category recognized brands such as Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited and Generali Life Assurance (Thailand) PLC. for their ability to build strong market presence and create meaningful connections with their stakeholders. Meanwhile, emerging enterprises including MR. D.I.Y. Holding (Thailand) Public Company Limited were honored under the Fast Enterprise category for their remarkable growth and agility, while established industry leaders such as Biovalys Co., LTD., Dhanarak Asset Development Company Limited, and the Property Management of Chulalongkorn University received recognition under the Corporate Excellence category. The Corporate Integrity and Governance Excellence Award further celebrated exemplary organizations such as Export-Import Bank of Thailand and Krungthai Bank PCL for their commitment to ethical leadership, transparency, and responsible business practices.
The APEA 2026 Thailand is supported by the India-Thai Chamber of Commerce and Singapore-Thai Chamber of Commerce, with PR Newswire serving as the Official News Release Distribution Partner and Dailywire.asia as the Media Partner.
AWARD RECIPIENT LIST OF THE ASIA PACIFIC ENTERPRISE AWARDS (APEA) 2026 THAILAND
| MASTER ENTREPRENEUR CATEGORY |
| NAME | COMPANY | INDUSTRY |
| SOMCHAI AKKARAWITTAYAPOOM PRESIDENT | ARKITEKTURA PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED | CONSUMER GOODS |
| DR. RAK VORRAKITPOKATORN CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | BANGKOK COMMERCIAL ASSET MANAGEMENT PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED | ASSET MANAGEMENT |
| VEERACHAI TARNMANEEWONGSE MANAGING DIRECTOR | BIOVALYS CO., LTD. | HEALTHCARE, PHARMACEUTICAL & BIOTECHNOLOGY |
| SOMCHAI PRAJAKSOOT CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | DIGITAL FOCUS COMPANY LIMITED | TELECOMMUNICATIONS & ICT |
| SARA LAMSAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | MUANG THAI LIFE ASSURANCE PCL | FINANCIAL SERVICES |
MASTER ENTREPRENEUR CATEGORY
NAME
COMPANY
INDUSTRY
SOMCHAI AKKARAWITTAYAPOOM
PRESIDENT
ARKITEKTURA PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED
CONSUMER GOODS
DR. RAK VORRAKITPOKATORN
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
BANGKOK COMMERCIAL ASSET MANAGEMENT PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED
ASSET MANAGEMENT
VEERACHAI TARNMANEEWONGSE
MANAGING DIRECTOR
BIOVALYS CO., LTD.
HEALTHCARE, PHARMACEUTICAL & BIOTECHNOLOGY
SOMCHAI PRAJAKSOOT
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
DIGITAL FOCUS COMPANY LIMITED
TELECOMMUNICATIONS & ICT
SARA LAMSAM
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
MUANG THAI LIFE ASSURANCE PCL
FINANCIAL SERVICES
| FAST ENTERPRISE CATEGORY |
| COMPANY | INDUSTRY |
| AUSTAM GOODS CORP., LTD. | CONSUMER GOODS |
| MR. D.I.Y. HOLDING (THAILAND) PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED | RETAIL |
| MT FOOD SYSTEMS | FOOD & BEVERAGE AUTOMATION |
FAST ENTERPRISE CATEGORY
COMPANY
INDUSTRY
AUSTAM GOODS CORP., LTD.
CONSUMER GOODS
MR. D.I.Y. HOLDING (THAILAND) PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED
RETAIL
MT FOOD SYSTEMS
FOOD & BEVERAGE AUTOMATION
| INSPIRATIONAL BRAND CATEGORY |
| COMPANY | INDUSTRY |
| BANGCHAK CORPORATION PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED | ENERGY |
| BANGKOK COMMERCIAL ASSET MANAGEMENT PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED | ASSET MANAGEMENT |
| CLEAR NOSE | BEAUTY & PERSONAL CARE |
| COSDENT COMPANY LIMITED | HEALTHCARE, PHARMACEUTICAL & BIOTECHNOLOGY |
| EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THAILAND | FINANCIAL SERVICES |
| GENERALI LIFE ASSURANCE (THAILAND) PLC. | FINANCIAL SERVICES |
| KRUNGTHAI BANK PCL | FINANCIAL SERVICES |
| MINOR HOTELS | HOSPITALITY, FOOD SERVICE & TOURISM |
| PROVINCIAL ELECTRICITY AUTHORITY (PEA) | ENERGY |
| SALUS BIOCEUTICAL (THAILAND) CO., LTD. | HEALTHCARE, PHARMACEUTICAL & BIOTECHNOLOGY |
| STEP FORWARD GROUP COMPANY LIMITED | ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS |
| VETSYNOVA CO., LTD. | CONSUMER GOODS |
INSPIRATIONAL BRAND CATEGORY
COMPANY
INDUSTRY
BANGCHAK CORPORATION PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED
ENERGY
BANGKOK COMMERCIAL ASSET MANAGEMENT PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED
ASSET MANAGEMENT
CLEAR NOSE
BEAUTY & PERSONAL CARE
COSDENT COMPANY LIMITED
HEALTHCARE, PHARMACEUTICAL & BIOTECHNOLOGY
EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THAILAND
FINANCIAL SERVICES
GENERALI LIFE ASSURANCE (THAILAND) PLC.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
KRUNGTHAI BANK PCL
FINANCIAL SERVICES
MINOR HOTELS
HOSPITALITY, FOOD SERVICE & TOURISM
PROVINCIAL ELECTRICITY AUTHORITY (PEA)
ENERGY
SALUS BIOCEUTICAL (THAILAND) CO., LTD.
HEALTHCARE, PHARMACEUTICAL & BIOTECHNOLOGY
STEP FORWARD GROUP COMPANY LIMITED
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS
VETSYNOVA CO., LTD.
CONSUMER GOODS
| CORPORATE EXCELLENCE CATEGORY |
| COMPANY | INDUSTRY |
| BIOVALYS CO., LTD. | HEALTHCARE, PHARMACEUTICAL & BIOTECHNOLOGY |
| DHANARAK ASSET DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LIMITED | REAL ESTATE |
| KCG CORPORATION PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED | FOOD & BEVERAGE |
| KRUNGTHAI BANK PCL | FINANCIAL SERVICES |
| MAGNECOMP PRECISION TECHNOLOGY PUBLIC CO., LTD. | MANUFACTURING |
| MR. D.I.Y. HOLDING (THAILAND) PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED | RETAIL |
| MUANG THAI LIFE ASSURANCE PCL | FINANCIAL SERVICES |
| PROPERTY MANAGEMENT OF CHULALONGKORN UNIVERSITY | REAL ESTATE |
CORPORATE EXCELLENCE CATEGORY
COMPANY
INDUSTRY
BIOVALYS CO., LTD.
HEALTHCARE, PHARMACEUTICAL & BIOTECHNOLOGY
DHANARAK ASSET DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LIMITED
REAL ESTATE
KCG CORPORATION PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED
FOOD & BEVERAGE
KRUNGTHAI BANK PCL
FINANCIAL SERVICES
MAGNECOMP PRECISION TECHNOLOGY PUBLIC CO., LTD.
MANUFACTURING
MR. D.I.Y. HOLDING (THAILAND) PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED
RETAIL
MUANG THAI LIFE ASSURANCE PCL
FINANCIAL SERVICES
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT OF CHULALONGKORN UNIVERSITY
REAL ESTATE
| CORPORATE INTEGRITY AND GOVERNANCE EXCELLENCE CATEGORY |
| COMPANY | INDUSTRY |
| BANGKOK COMMERCIAL ASSET MANAGEMENT PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED | ASSET MANAGEMENT |
| BIOVALYS CO., LTD. | HEALTHCARE, PHARMACEUTICAL & BIOTECHNOLOGY |
| EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THAILAND | FINANCIAL SERVICES |
| GOVERNMENT HOUSING BANK | FINANCIAL SERVICES |
| KCG CORPORATION PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED | FOOD & BEVERAGE |
| KRUNGTHAI BANK PCL | FINANCIAL SERVICES |
| PRACTIKA CO., LTD. | FURNITURE |
| SHERWOOD CORPORATION (THAILAND) PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED | MANUFACTURING |
CORPORATE INTEGRITY AND GOVERNANCE EXCELLENCE CATEGORY
COMPANY
INDUSTRY
BANGKOK COMMERCIAL ASSET MANAGEMENT PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED
ASSET MANAGEMENT
BIOVALYS CO., LTD.
HEALTHCARE, PHARMACEUTICAL & BIOTECHNOLOGY
EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THAILAND
FINANCIAL SERVICES
GOVERNMENT HOUSING BANK
FINANCIAL SERVICES
KCG CORPORATION PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED
FOOD & BEVERAGE
KRUNGTHAI BANK PCL
FINANCIAL SERVICES
PRACTIKA CO., LTD.
FURNITURE
SHERWOOD CORPORATION (THAILAND) PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED
MANUFACTURING
About Enterprise Asia
Enterprise Asia is a non-governmental organization in pursuit of creating an Asia that is rich in entrepreneurship as an engine towards sustainable and progressive economic and social development within a world of economic equality. Its two pillars of existence are an investment in people and responsible entrepreneurship. Enterprise Asia works with governments, NGOs, and other organizations to promote competitiveness and entrepreneurial development, uplift the economic status of people across Asia, and ensure a legacy of hope, innovation, and courage for future generations. Please visit www.enterpriseasia.org for more information.
About Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards
Launched in 2007, the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards is the region's most prestigious award for outstanding entrepreneurship, continuous innovation, and sustainable leadership. The Award provides a platform for companies and governments to recognize entrepreneurial excellence, hence spurring greater innovation, fair business practices, and growth in entrepreneurship. As a regional award, it groups together leading entrepreneurs as a powerful voice for entrepreneurship and serves as a by-invitation-only networking powerhouse. The program has grown to encompass 16 countries/ regions and markets all over Asia. For further information, please visit www.apea.asia.
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Thailand's Elite Business Leaders Forge Lasting Legacies at Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards 2026
