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Indonesia Ends Diesel Imports This Year on Biodiesel Success
The government is also working to reduce imports of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) by exploring alternative fuels.Business Apr 30, 2026 | 10:47 am
Indonesia’s 50% Biodiesel Program Becomes Global Model, Energy Official Says
Indonesia’s world-first B50 biodiesel program is attracting global attention as trials expand from roads to railways.Business Apr 27, 2026 | 1:44 pm
Toyota to Construct Lampung Bioethanol Plant by Q4
The Toyota-Pertamina plant requires an investment of roughly between $200 million and $300 million.Business Apr 20, 2026 | 3:32 pm
Manufacturing Stays in Expansion as PMI Hits 52.03%, Bank Indonesia Reports
Indonesia’s manufacturing PMI rose to 52.03% in Q1, signaling sustained expansion, with BI expecting further gains in Q2.Business Apr 17, 2026 | 7:52 pm
Industry Backs Indonesia’s Electric Motorcycle Transition Plan
Indonesia’s EV motorcycle push gains industry support, but infrastructure, policy clarity, and consumer readiness remain key challenges.Business Apr 17, 2026 | 5:54 pm
Indonesia Yet to Unlock Nickel Windfall in EV Battery Industry, Analyst Says
Indonesia has vast nickel reserves but remains a minor battery-cell producer, limiting gains from the global EV boom.Business Apr 17, 2026 | 1:29 pm
Gasoline Motorbike Ban Proposal Threatens Indonesia’s Two-Wheeler Duopoly
Indonesia sold 6.58 million new motorcycles in 2025 alone, making it one of the largest motorcycle markets globally.Business Apr 17, 2026 | 8:01 am
Retail Sector Flags Cost Pressures, Urges Import Policy Relaxation
Retailers warn rising input costs are hitting prices and urge faster import permits to secure supply and curb domestic price pressures.Business Apr 16, 2026 | 3:46 pm
BYD, VinFast Hiring Boosts Jobs in West Java
BYD and VinFast ramp up hiring in West Java, with nearly half of workers local as Indonesia accelerates its electric vehicle ambitions.Business Apr 15, 2026 | 3:22 pm
EV Bike Makers Urge Incentives to Boost Indonesia Sales to 100K
A more conservative sales target stands at 70,000 units -- still above the approximately 61,000 units recorded in 2025.Business Apr 14, 2026 | 11:29 pm
Four Chinese Automakers Break Into Indonesia’s Top 10 Car Sales
Despite only officially entering the Indonesian market in November 2025, Jaecoo has already overtaken established players.Business Apr 14, 2026 | 9:07 pm
Not Just Subsidies: EV Incentives Seen as Critical for Energy Sovereignty
EV incentives are now seen as critical policy tools to reduce fuel dependence and shield Indonesia from global oil price volatility.Business Apr 14, 2026 | 10:54 am
Indonesia Eyes Plastic Price Relief as Naphtha Imports Shift to India, US, Africa
Indonesia expects plastic prices to ease this month as imports from India, the US and Africa ramp up to offset Middle East supply disruptionBusiness Apr 13, 2026 | 10:38 pm
Government Readies Electric Vehicle Industry Roadmap as Prabowo Pushes Transition
The government is preparing a roadmap to accelerate electric vehicle adoption and build a stronger domestic EV industry.Business Apr 10, 2026 | 1:57 pm
Vape Ban Needed or Misguided? Industry Responds
Indonesia weighs a vape ban after drug findings, but industry says misuse stems from illegal liquids — not regulated products.Business Apr 10, 2026 | 12:56 pm
Chinese EV Boom Forces Closure of Some Japanese Car Dealerships in Indonesia
Chinese EVs disrupt Indonesia’s auto market, forcing some Japanese dealers to close or switch brands amid rising EV demand.Business Apr 9, 2026 | 10:00 pm
Middle East Tensions Begin to Hit Indonesia’s Petrochemical Industry
Indonesia’s petrochemical industry faces supply risks from Middle East tensions, prompting a shift to alternative feedstocks.Business Apr 6, 2026 | 11:04 pm
Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei Launch ASEAN Fertilizer Alliance to Bolster Food Security
Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei form SEAFA to strengthen fertilizer supply, food security, and regional industry resilience.Business Apr 6, 2026 | 1:48 pm
Pizza Hut Indonesia Returns to Rp 24 Billion Profit After 2024 Loss
Pizza Hut Indonesia returns to profit in 2025 with Rp 24.75b net income, driven by higher sales and improved margins.Business Apr 5, 2026 | 2:49 pm
Indonesia’s Plastic Sector Faces Shortages as Middle East Supply Tightens
Indonesia’s plastic industry faces shortages and rising costs as Iran–Israel tensions disrupt Middle East petrochemical supplies.Business Mar 30, 2026 | 8:53 pm
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