Speakers

Panel Discussion 1

10:00 am – 11:30 am

Topic: “Beyond Complaints: Innovating Road and Highway Maintenance for a Resilient Malaysia

To discuss on the effective management of complaints on road condition, service level, digitalization of complaints and how can complaints data be used for road improvement programmes.

Ir. Ts. Mohd Zamri bin Mohamud

Jurutera Daerah,
JKR Hulu Langat

YB Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi

Minister of Works

YBhg. Datuk Haji Akbar bin Haji Samon

Director General, Public Complaints Bureau,

Prime Minister’s Department

YBhg. Datuk Nik Airina binti Nik Jaffar

Managing Director

PLUS Malaysia Berhad

Mr. Mohd Noor Asham bin Suradi

Deputy Director

Department of Civil Engineering and Drainage, DBKL

Mr. Zakhir bin Mustafa (Abang Madu)

President

of Rakan KKR Community/ NGO Representative

Panel Discussion 2

02:00 pm – 03:00 pm

Topic: “Optimizing Every Kilometre: Seamless Road Maintenance for Malaysia’s Diverse Infrastructure

To discuss on optimizing resources such as limited budget usage to drive at seamless maintenance of roads, look at the long-lasting road, materials used, to come up with service level standards for Malaysia road maintenance, the deployment of technology for sustainable roads to prevent from recurring problems i.e. “garbage-in-garbage-out’.

Ir. Fam Yew Hin

Board Member & Chairman

Corporate Communications Committee, Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM)

Sr. Abdul Latif bin Hitam

CEO

Selia Selenggara Selatan Sdn. Bhd. (Federal Roads)

YBhg. Datuk Ir. Mohd Shafawi bin Ishak

Chief Technical Officer

Pintas Utama

Ms. Helena Remeo

Undersecretary

Facility Management Division, KKR

Panel Discussion 3

03:00 pm – 04:00 pm

Topic: “The Smart Edge: Optimizing Maintenance Outsourcing for Performance

As mostly infrastructure maintenance works are outsourced to third-party maintenance companies, there are needs to strengthen on the contract, monitoring and reports. To discuss on various aspects of outsource managements and installing trigger points for better management of maintenance works and maintenance companies.

Adjunct Prof. Haji Mohammad Shahrizal bin Mohammad Idris

Deputy President

MAFM

YBhg. Dato’ Sri Zohari bin Akob

President

of Malaysian Association of Facilities Management (MAFM)

Ir. Hj. Shukri bin Ishak

Director

JKR Selangor

Mr. Muhammad Nizam bin Alias

CEO

Amanat Lebuhraya Rakyat Berhad

Panel Discussion 4

04:00 pm – 05:00 pm

Topic: “The Future Ready Malaysian Roads: Technology Driven Predictive Maintenance

To explore the new technology in road maintenance to ensure Malaysian Roads are sustainable and future ready and what it takes for road owners and authority to acquire ability to carry out predictive maintenance programme and other measures.

Mr. Syed Mohammed Idid Bin Syed Ahmed Idid

General Manager

 of Strategic Communication & Stakeholder Engagement, WCE Holdings Bhd. (West Coast Expressway)

Prof. Ts. Dr. Rosli bin Hainin

Dean

Faculty of Civil Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

Mr. Mohd Fariz bin Ghazali

CEO

Infrasel Sdn. Bhd.

YBhg. Dato’ Ir. Hj. Zulakmal bin Hj. Sufian

Chairman

Selia Senggara Engineering Sdn. Bhd

Planery 1

09:00 am – 09:30 am

Topic: “Future-Proofing ASEAN’s Arteries: Climate-Resilient Infrastructure

To discuss how ASEAN’s highway and infrastructure systems can adapt to climate change challenges. The session highlights strategies for building resilient road networks through innovative design, sustainable materials, and proactive maintenance to withstand extreme weather and environmental impacts, ensuring long-term connectivity and safety.

Ir. Mohd Hadzmir Mohd Yusoff

Deputy Director General (Operation),

Lembaga Lebuhraya Malaysia (LLM)

Planery 2

09:30 am – 10:00 am

Topic: “Smart, Sustainable & Beyond

To share how PLUS Malaysia Berhad is driving the transformation of highway operations through smart technologies and sustainable practices. The session focuses on integrating digital innovation, data intelligence, and green initiatives to enhance safety, efficiency, and environmental stewardship across Malaysia’s expressway network.

Mr. Satpal Singh Dhillon

Chief Corporate

Strategy & Sustainability Officer (CSSO), PLUS Malaysia Berhad

Planery 3

10:00 am – 10:30 am

Topic: “Reimaging Mobility – Transforming the Payment Mobility Space

To explore how digital payment innovations are reshaping mobility and commuter experiences in Malaysia. The session highlights Touch ‘n Go’s role in creating seamless, cashless ecosystems through smart technologies that enhance convenience, efficiency, and connectivity in everyday travel.

Kunil Ramanajam

Head of Product

Touch ‘n Go Sdn. Bhd

Fireside Chat

11:00 am – 11:30 am

Topic: “Financing the Future: Sustainable Model for Road Infrastructure

To discuss innovative and sustainable financing models for Malaysia’s road and highway infrastructure. The session explores how financial institutions, investors, and government bodies can collaborate to fund resilient, long-term infrastructure projects while balancing cost efficiency, sustainability, and public value.

Dato' Ir Zaini bin Haji Ismail

CEO

Lingkaran Luar Butterworth Penang Sdn. Bhd

Davinder Kaur Gill

Senior Vice President

, Infrastructure & Facilities, RAM Rating Services Berhad

Roundtable Discussion

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Topic: “The Future of Seamless Mobility Payments

To explore the evolution of digital and contactless payment systems in enhancing mobility experiences. The session highlights advancements in AI, IoT, and cross-border interoperability that are shaping the next generation of tolling, transit, and smart city ecosystems across Asia.

Anwar Ishak

CEO

TERAS Teknologi Sdn. Bhd

Choe, Joong-Keun

Senior Manager

of Overseas Project, Korea Expressway Corporation

Richard Wu

Vice President

of FETC International

Desmond Chin Yee Foong

Chief Technology Officer

Touch ‘n Go Sdn. Bhd.

Planery 4

02:00 pm – 02:30 pm

Topic: “Modernizing Public Infrastructure with Grab Technology

To share how Grab is leveraging AI and geospatial technologies to modernize public infrastructure management. The session focuses on how data intelligence and digital platforms can help governments enhance service delivery, urban mobility, and smart city development.

Jennifer Choi

Head

Govenrment AI Product Externalisation, Grab

Panel Discussion 1

02:30 pm – 03:15 pm

Topic: “Green Pavements: Innovation in Materials for a Sustainable Urban Infrastructure

To discuss innovative pavement materials and technologies that support sustainable and long-lasting urban infrastructure. The session highlights green engineering approaches, recycled materials, and new construction techniques that reduce environmental impact while improving road performance and durability.

Dr. Yunus Wahab

Pavement Specialist

PLUS Malaysia Berhad

Hj. Abdul Hamid Othman

Chief Executive Officer

AHN Vertex Sdn Bhd

Samsul Jaharudin

General Manager

Kemakmuran 2000 Sdn. Bhd.

Panel Discussion 2

03:15 pm – 04:00 pm

Topic: “Sustainable Expressways: Powering the Next Era of Mobility, Retail, and Community Connectivity

To explore how expressways can evolve into sustainable ecosystems that integrate mobility, retail, and community experiences. The session discusses the intersection of green mobility, renewable materials, and digital retail innovation in shaping connected and future-ready expressway environments.

Carlos ARDON

International Sales Engineer,

REBLOC Concrete Barriers

Mr. Sreedhar Sivasambu

Managing Director

DigitalEV, Yinson GreenTech

Ts. Dr Nurul Muiz Murad

Chief Executive Officer

Malaysian Steel Institute (MSI)

Jaime Lim

Chief Administrative Officer,

myNEWS Retails Sdn. Bhd.

Panel Discussion 3

04:15 pm – 05:00 pm

Topic: “Ai Powered Asset Management: Shaping the Future of Highway Facilities

To explore how Artificial Intelligence is transforming highway maintenance and facility management. The session discusses data-driven asset monitoring, predictive maintenance, and digital systems that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability across Malaysia’s highway network.

Datin Radzimah Mohd Radzi

Advisor & Non-Executive Director

AFA PRIME Berhad

Ts. Ng Yi Teng

Senior Solution Manager

Huawei Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.

Mahput Bin Sairan

Director

Strategy & Innovation, GFM Services Berhad

Ir. Ts. Azizul Faiz Abd Aziz

Lead

Maintenance & Asset Management (MAM), PLUS Malaysia Berhad

Planery 5

09:00 am – 09:30 am

Topic: “Driving the Future of Electronic Toll Collection with RFID Technology

To explore how RFID technology is advancing the next generation of electronic toll collection systems. The session focuses on improving speed, accuracy, and interoperability in toll operations while enhancing user convenience and supporting the development of smarter, more connected highway networks.

Carl Brown

President

SIDRA Systems / SimplyRFID

Robert W. Karr (Bob)

Chief Executive Officer

STAR Systems

Panel Discussion 4

09:30am – 10:15 am

Topic: “Towards Zero Fatalities: Strengthening ASEAN’s Road Safety Framework

To discuss regional strategies and policies aimed at achieving zero road fatalities across ASEAN. The session focuses on harmonizing road safety frameworks, enhancing data-driven enforcement, and integrating research-based approaches to improve driver behavior, infrastructure safety, and cross-border collaboration.

Professor Madya Ts. Dr. Siti Zaharah binti Ishak

Director General

Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS)

Dato' Prof. Ir. Dr. Ahmad Farhan Mohd Sadullah

Vice-Chancellor

Universiti Putra Malaysia

Professor Madya Dr. Law Teik Hua

Professor Madya

Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Putra Malaysia

Panel Discussion 5

10:45 am – 11:30 am

Topic: “AI, IoT & Sustainable Highway Maintenance

To explore how Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT) are transforming highway maintenance and management. The session highlights the integration of smart sensors, predictive analytics, and connected technologies that enable sustainable, efficient, and data-driven infrastructure maintenance.

Prof Ir Dr Norhisham Bakhary

Faculty of Civil Engineering, University Teknologi Malaysia

Ir Sufiyan Zakaria

Senior Civil Superintendent Engineer

Road Facility Maintenance Branch, Public Works Department of Malaysia, Jabatan Kerja Raya (JKR)

Mr. Leslie Goh

Regional Director

Head of Enterprise Business, Samsung Electronics Southeast Asia & Oceania

Prof Madya Dr. Rozeha A. Rashid

Senior Lecturer

Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Department of Communication Engineering, UTM

Planery 6

11:30 am – 12:00 pm

Topic: “Slim Highway Concept-Rethinking Cross-Sections

To introduce the “Slim Highway” concept as a new approach to road design focused on space optimization, safety, and cost efficiency. The session highlights innovative cross-section solutions and modern engineering practices that enhance road functionality while promoting sustainability and safer mobility.

Mr. Carlos ARDON

International Sales Engineer,

REBLOC Concrete Barriers