KUCHING: Sarawak yesterday marked a major milestone in its green mobility journey with the soft launch of “Fast-EV”, the state’s first locally developed electric vehicle (EV) charging application (app).
The launch, led by SDEC Karuna JV Sdn Bhd (SKJV), also saw the official opening of the Fast-EV flagship 120-kilowatt (kW) DC (direct current) charging station at Plaza Merdeka here, alongside a 22 kW AC (alternating current) charger at the nearby The Waterfront Hotel.
Developed entirely in Sarawak, Fast EV represents more than a technological milestone; it symbolises the state’s bold commitment to advancing a sustainable, digital, and low-carbon mobility ecosystem.
“The app enables users to locate, activate, and pay for EV charging sessions conveniently, combining modern functionality with locally driven innovation,” SKJV said in a statement.
It said the company is tasked with accelerating the adoption of electric mobility across the state by ensuring an extensive and reliable network of EV chargers, especially along inter-city routes connecting major population and economic hubs, in line with revving up Sarawak’s Green Mobility Network and the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030.
“This initiative will enable seamless inter-city EV travel and is expected to be fully realised by 2030, with a target of 400 chargers strategically deployed across Sarawak.
“Fast-EV is fully committed to supporting this transformative vision, serving as a catalyst in advancing Sarawak’s ambition to become a regional leader in sustainable mobility and green technology,” it said.
SKJV general manager Muhammad Fai’zzul Zaidi said Fast-EV represents Sarawak’s capability to innovate locally while supporting the state’s clean energy and digital transformation goals.
“This initiative demonstrates how Sarawak-born technology can deliver practical, sustainable solutions that empower both the community and the economy,” he said.
In conjunction with the launch, new Fast-EV users will receive RM100 worth of free charging credits, redeemable via the Fast-EV app, valid from today until Feb 17, 2026.
The Fast-EV initiative is a key enabler under the PCDS 2030, under the digital economy and energy transition pillars.
“It aligns with Sarawak’s vision of becoming a prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable digital economy by 2030, anchored in innovation, local talent, and green technology,” the statement added.
