Indonesia to Launch Large EV Battery Plant in Karawang
Indonesia's new electric vehicle battery plant, operated by PT Contemporary Amperex Technology Indonesia Battery (CATIB), is set to commence operations. The facility has a first-phase production capacity of 6.9 GWh and aims to expand to 15 GWh, supporting the country's integrated EV battery ecosystem.
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The electric vehicle battery plant in Karawang, owned by PT CATIB, is ready for operation, pending an official launch by President Prabowo Subianto. This facility represents the second large-scale battery production site in Indonesia, following the earlier establishment of PT Hyundai LG Indonesia's plant.
The initial production capacity of 6.9 GWh is expected to support around 250,000 electric vehicles. Indonesia's integrated battery ecosystem project involves a total investment of $5.9 billion and includes six joint ventures across various stages of nickel production, processing, and battery recycling.
Key targets include production commencement for CATIB in 2026 and the development of other joint ventures by 2028 and beyond. The completion of this plant will strengthen Indonesia's position in the EV battery supply chain.
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