Photo: Jakarta’s first electric vehicle “charging center” was inaugurated Monday (3/11) at Cibubur Rest Area, a rest stop managed by Korindo Group subsidiary Bimaruna Marga Jaya
JAKARTA – Cibubur Rest Area has officially launched an electric vehicle “charging center” (SPKLU Center). Touted as the first in Jakarta, this facility marks a major step towards a full-fledged EV ecosystem, while demonstrating public-private collaboration in clean energy provision.
Approximately 98,000 cars with battery packs have hit Indonesian streets this year, with more incoming as the state seeks greater adoption in 2026. Authorities are aiming for 130,000 units, said Adi Priyanto, Director of Retail and Commerce at PLN.
“The goal is to stop importing oil, [because] we’re still doing it and depending on it for half of our supply.”
Switching to EVs offers a myriad of benefits, including cheaper tax rates and lower operating costs, which Priyanto estimated at nearly half that of standard vehicles. “That’s why we should be [proud] and grateful to have this charging center. I [do] hope more people are interested in the [charging station] business.”
The launch Monday (11/3) featured Bimaruna Marga Jaya’s president director Kim Jong Man, East Jakarta’s deputy mayor Kusmanto, Commission XI (of People’s Representative Council) member Annisa Mahesa, and High Volt Technology’s senior advisor Herman Darnel Ibrahim, representing the hub developer.
This project was made possible by a partnership between PLN and High Volt Technology (HVT), a power infrastructure company. It has six ultra-fast chargers installed with varying power outputs (2×60 kW, 2×120 kW, and 2×200 kW) and 24 hours of operation. Users can also expect to enjoy comfy amenities through access to Cibubur Rest Area.
Photo: The charging hub is powered by technology developed in China
“SPKLU Center is a testament to Korindo Group’s support for clean energy provision and sustainable future. We want our customers to be able to dine in and purchase groceries as they charge their cars,” said Budi Mansyah, Bimaruna Marga Jaya’s operations manager.
According to East Jakarta’s deputy mayor, Kusmanto, the establishment is a move by PLN to address increasing demand for EV stations in Jakarta. He praised the company for expanding the local eco-friendly vehicle infrastructure system.
“By having more locations, in addition to a quick, 20-minute charging time, we can boost EV adoption rates in Jakarta and drive EV infrastructure [growth].”
Charging stations, known locally as SPKLU, are places providing electric energy for the “recharging” of battery-powered vehicles (e.g. electric cars and motorbikes). Their availability is central to user comfort and the overall success of EV transition. It’s what makes fast-charging projects a big part of Indonesia’s all-electric network. (*)
