Indonesia's push for e-mobility addresses environmental concerns and sustainable development. The government targets 2.45 million electric two-wheelers and over 600,000 electric vehicles annually by 2030, supported by incentives and infrastructure. German expertise in EV manufacturing, coupled with Indonesia's rich mineral resources for battery production, forms a symbiotic relationship poised to reshape the future of sustainable transportation in Southeast Asia.
It is with that spirit that, on June 17-20, 2024, The German-Indonesian Chamber of Industry and Commerce (AHK Indonesien/EKONID) conducted a fact-finding mission on e-mobility to Stuttgart, Germany. The mission, part of the German Energy Solutions Initiative of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), involved 13 participants from 10 Indonesian companies. Hosted by the Renewables Academy (RENAC) AG, the event aimed to explore synergies in e-mobility and learn from Germany's expertise.
Day 1: Kick-off Event
The mission began with a kick-off event at the Evangelisches Bildungszentrum Hospitalhof in Stuttgart. Mr. Antonius Yudi Triantoro, the General Consul of Indonesia in Frankfurt, welcomed participants, while German experts provided insights into market trends, key players, and the latest technologies in e-mobility.
Beatrice Schulz from the German Storage Association discussed energy storage systems, focusing on applications in electricity, heat, and e-mobility. Stefan Büchele of e-mobil Baden-Württemberg highlighted the political landscape and regulatory frameworks crucial for market entry. Luigi Zullo, CEO of Very Energetic People, emphasized business opportunities in e-mobility. Stefan M. Buettner from the University of Stuttgart addressed systemic challenges and opportunities in implementing e-mobility, while Christian Schneider of SmartGrids Baden-Württemberg provided insights into smart grids and energy storage solutions.
Day 2: Site Visits
The second day featured site visits to prominent e-mobility locations. In the morning, participants visited Stuttgart Airport, known for its commitment to net-zero operational emissions by 2040. The airport has expanded its electric vehicle fleet, including electric buses, baggage tugs, and vans, all powered by battery technology since 2018.
In the afternoon, the delegation visited the ZSW Center for Solar Energy and Hydrogen Research in Baden-Württemberg. They explored battery testing facilities to understand cutting-edge battery technologies and their role in advancing e-mobility and renewable energy solutions.
Day 3: Research Laboratories
The third day included visits to two significant research institutions. The first stop was at the Fraunhofer-Institut für Produktionstechnik und Automatisierung IPA, where participants explored prototype machines for battery cell production and dismantlement. The "DeMoBat" project, focusing on the industrial disassembly of batteries and electric motors, was highlighted.
The second visit was to the Fraunhofer Institute IAO, where participants learned about "Smart Energy and Mobility Solutions". Innovations in electric vehicle fleet transformation, automated driving, and mobility data analysis were showcased. The "LamA - Charging at the Workplace"® project, with 240 operational charging stations, was also presented.
Day 4: The Smarter E Europe 2024 Exhibition
On the final day, the Indonesian delegation visited The Smarter E Europe 2024 exhibition, meeting with leading German companies including TESVOLT AG, BASF Stationary Energy Storage GmbH, VOSS Automotive GmbH, BAE Batterien GmbH, GP JOULE GmbH, Proton Motor Fuel Cell GmbH, and ads-tec Energy GmbH. They also visited the Joint Booth of the German Federal Association of e-Mobility.
The four-day mission provided valuable insights into Germany's advanced practices and innovations, fostering potential collaboration and knowledge exchange between Indonesian and German stakeholders in the energy and e-mobility sectors.
EKONID extends its sincerest gratitude to all the stakeholders and the participants for their support in making the mission a success. We look forward to more future collaborations to come.