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Proton New Energy Technology (Pro-Net) has formed strategic partnerships with charge point operators DC Handal, JomCharge and ChargeEV to introduce eMas-branded charging stations nationwide, with rollout scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2026. The Proton eMas charging ecosystem currently includes over 4,700 charging points, and eMas owners paying through the Proton eMas app will receive discounted charging rates at participating stations. The partnerships will focus on branding and marketing initiatives at participating facilities and support infrastructure expansion to enhance the charging experience for Proton eMas customers.

Why it matters: The collaboration demonstrates how automotive manufacturers are partnering with multiple CPOs to create branded charging networks that drive customer loyalty and accelerate EV adoption. For procurement teams and CPOs, the model shows how co-branding arrangements can unlock new revenue streams and expand network reach through OEM partnerships.

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has launched MB.Charge Public, a unified charging ecosystem that aggregates more than 3,000 charging points across over 1,000 locations from seven charge point operators, including CarputZap, Charge+, ChargeSini, chargEV, DC Handal, Gentari, and JomCharge. The system allows Mercedes-Benz electric and plug-in hybrid owners to locate, navigate, and pay for charging through the Mercedes-Benz App or the in-car MBUX multimedia system, eliminating the need for multiple operator apps. The platform also enables cross-border charging between Malaysia and Singapore, with access to networks from Charge+, ComfortDelGro Energy, SP Group, and Volt in Singapore.

Why it matters: This OEM-led aggregation model demonstrates how vehicle manufacturers are bypassing fragmented CPO ecosystems to deliver seamless roaming and payment experiences, potentially reshaping competitive dynamics for independent charge point operators. The cross-border functionality between Malaysia and Singapore signals growing regional interoperability, a key procurement consideration for fleets and infrastructure planners operating across Southeast Asian markets.

EV Connection unveiled JomChargeX on Monday, a DC charging brand offering stations from 200 kW to a planned 1,200 kW ceiling, promising 20% to 70% charge in five minutes for 1,000 volt architecture vehicles. The Proton e.MAS 5, Malaysia's bestselling EV with 13,530 units registered in the first half of 2026, accepts only 71 kW DC charging and would take approximately 21 minutes for a 30% to 80% charge at the new stations. The deployment highlights a voltage architecture gap between installed infrastructure and the dominant vehicle fleet.

Why it matters: Procurement teams face a mismatch risk: investing in megawatt class hardware that the current vehicle parc cannot use at rated capacity, raising questions about utilisation forecasts and payback timelines. The case underscores the need to align charger specifications with fleet voltage architecture roadmaps rather than headline power figures alone.

JomCharge has partnered with Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL) to commission EV charging stations at a McDonald's outlet in Sri Petaling, Malaysia. The deployment was reported by SoyaCincau, marking another site addition to JomCharge's network in the Kuala Lumpur area. No specific charger count or power ratings were disclosed in the available excerpt.

Why it matters: The rollout demonstrates continued collaboration between charge point operators and municipal authorities to expand public charging at high footfall retail locations. Fast food chains remain a strategic venue category for CPOs seeking to improve driver convenience and utilisation rates.