SynVista Champions Grid-Scale Battery Storage at ASEAN Conference

SynVista Energy, a leading integrated energy storage system provider and the first Southeast Asian company on the BloombergNEF (BNEF) Tier 1 list, today reflected on its successful participation at the 3rd ASEAN Battery Technology Conference, held from August 27-29. The company’s leadership delivered critical insights on grid-scale storage innovation, safety, and the path forward for the region’s clean energy goals.

Driving the Conversation on Innovation and Safety

Company CEO, Mr. Forest Tu, was a featured panelist on the session “Beyond the Battery: Innovation in ASEAN for grid-scale storage systems.” In a powerful address, he emphasized SynVista’s “system thinking” philosophy, positioning energy storage as a strategic enabler for resilient power grids. He shared recent milestones, including the launch of a manufacturing facility in Malaysia and the company’s BNEF Tier 1 recognition, which cement its role as a key local partner in the region.

Representing the company’s deep technical expertise, Dr. Zhang Bo, Managing Director of Concord New Energy Research Center, contributed to the vital panel on “Balancing Power and Protection: What’s Next in Battery Safety,” underscoring SynVista’s commitment to safe, sustainable, and high-performance energy solutions.

Storage as a Core Pillar for ASEAN’s Energy Future

“During the conference, it became clearer than ever that storage is no longer a supporting technology in ASEAN—it is a core pillar for enabling dispatchability, stability, and energy security,” said Forest Tu, CEO of SynVista Energy. “Our discussions reinforced our belief that this is not just a business opportunity, but a technological responsibility. SynVista is fully committed to investing in the local innovation and talent needed to build the flexible, green, and smart power systems of Southeast Asia’s future.”

With a cumulative deployment of more than 3.8 gigawatt-hours, SynVista’s insights were grounded in extensive, real-world project experience.

Key Conference Takeaways: Why Lithium-Ion Leads in ASEAN

Lithium-Ion as the Anchor Technology: For ASEAN’s cost-sensitive and rapidly growing markets, lithium-ion remains the most competitive, scalable, and bankable energy storage solution for the foreseeable future, backed by a proven track record and global cost reductions.

A Realistic View on Alternatives: While niche roles exist for technologies like flow batteries and hydrogen, they remain largely in pilot stages within ASEAN. For grid-scale applications, lithium-ion delivers the best current balance of cost, performance, and investor confidence.

The Importance of Local Presence: By establishing manufacturing in Malaysia, SynVista is shortening delivery timelines, improving service responsiveness, and strengthening the regional supply chain—critical factors for accelerating renewable energy deployment.

Compact Footprint is Key: Forest Tu highlighted the significant advantage of lithium-ion’s compact, scalable footprint, which is ideal for the land-constrained substations and industrial parks common in Southeast Asia, compared to more land-intensive alternatives.

AI as an Operational Force-Multiplier: The company emphasized that AI and machine learning are now central to optimizing large energy storage fleets, enabling predictive maintenance and advanced dispatch strategies that improve availability, reduce costs, and extend asset lifespan.

About SynVista Energy
SynVista is an international company specializing in next-generation energy storage system solutions. Headquartered in Singapore, it is committed to providing advanced new energy and storage solutions to government bodies, utilities, and corporate clients across Asia, Europe, and the Americas—driving the global energy transition.

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