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CAMTxSCEM CMU Drives Laos Toward the EV Era Through "Prospect Supply Chain for Small BEV," Empowering a New Generation of Technicians to Support the Lancang-Mekong EV Industry.

9 May 2026
College of Art, Media and Technology
The Supply Chain and Engineering Management Research Unit (SCEM), Faculty of Engineering, Chiang Mai University, in collaboration with the College of Arts, Media and Technology (CAMT) and the National University of Laos, organized the "Small Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Maintenance and Skill Development" workshop in Vientiane. The initiative aims to prepare Lao technicians and energy sector personnel for the transition from internal combustion engines to digital-age vehicles, aligning with the Lao government's goal of 30% EV integration by 2030.
The project emphasized hands-on learning led by a team of experts, including Professor Dr. Apichat Sopadang and Assistant Professor Dr. Anucha Promwangkwa from the Faculty of Engineering, alongside the research team from the College of Arts, Media and Technology (CAMT):
- Asst. Prof. Jirapat Wanitwattanakosol, Ph.D. (Project Manager)
- Asst. Prof. Boontarika Paphawasit, Ph.D. (Researcher)
- Suttinee Sawadsitang, Ph.D. (Researcher)
- Asst. Prof. Thisinee Surapunt (Researcher)
The workshop also featured Mr. Weerasak Paenphuang from WPEV Co., Ltd., who shared expertise on EV anatomy, live diagnostics, and circular economy solutions for battery recycling. The training attracted over 50 participants and was held from May 5-6, 2026, at Holiday Inn & Suites Vientiane and the Faculty of Engineering, National University of Laos, with support from the Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) Special Fund.
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