- Hyundai Motor Group signs agreement with Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy to provide official vehicles for upcoming 2025 APEC Ministerial meetings
- Hyundai Motor, Kia, and Genesis will supply 63 electrified vehicles, including the all-new Hyundai NEXO FCEV, Kia EV9 SUV, Genesis Electrified G80 sedan, and Hyundai Universe FCEV bus
- Group vehicles will support energy conference, to be held in Busan this August, with participation from Korean ministers and key global figures
Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) will provide electrified official vehicles for the 15th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Energy Ministerial Meeting, the 16th Clean Energy Ministerial Meeting, and the 10th Mission Innovation Ministerial Meeting, scheduled to take place in Busan this August.
The Group will supply a total of 63 vehicles, consisting of hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) and electric vehicles (EVs), for the summit. This fleet includes 34 all-new Hyundai NEXO hydrogen fuel cell SUVs, 12 Genesis Electrified G80 sedans, 14 Kia EV9 SUVs, and three Hyundai UNIVERSE hydrogen buses, which will be used for transporting key figures and supporting various activities during the meetings.
“Hyundai Motor Group is honored to support these major international energy forums with our hydrogen and electric vehicles,” said Dongwook Kim, Executive Vice President and Head of Strategic Policy Division at Hyundai Motor Group. “By showcasing our eco-friendly vehicles at a venue that discusses the future of global energy, we hope to share our vision for sustainability and innovation with the world.”
The APEC Energy Ministerial Meeting is set to take place from August 27-28 in Busan, bringing together representatives from 21 economies to discuss critical topics such as power grid infrastructure, energy security, electricity supply stability, and energy innovation through AI.
The Clean Energy and Mission Innovation Ministerial Meetings will be held jointly from August 25-27 at BEXCO in Busan. Approximately 31 member countries are expected to participate, with discussions centered on clean power transition, hydrogen and future fuels, AI-driven energy solutions, and carbon reduction technologies.
In total, these events are anticipated to draw energy ministers and government delegations from more than 40 countries, alongside key stakeholders from international organizations.
By providing a full fleet of FCEVs and EVs, the Group aims to showcase the capability of its electrified models and reinforce its commitment to a sustainable future.
The all-new Hyundai NEXO SUV, serving as the main official vehicle, exemplifies the Group’s hydrogen leadership and green mobility vision. The next-generation Nexo features advanced, refined design, a class-leading range of up to 720 kilometers per charge, a 150 kW high-efficiency motor, and best-in-class safety and convenience features.
By supplying the all-new NEXO, the Group aims to further strengthen its position and raise awareness of hydrogen-powered vehicles.
The Group has a track record of providing eco-friendly vehicles for key international events, including the 43rd ASEAN Summit and the G20 Bali Summit, underscoring its ongoing commitment to sustainable mobility on the global stage.
