DHL commits to helping Indonesia expand its fast-growing sectors and aid its rise as a global trade hub
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- Offers comprehensive end-to-end solutions tailored for Indonesian businesses' unique needs and multinational enterprises seeking to expand locally
- Sees opportunities in the new energy, life sciences and healthcare, and e-commerce sectors
- Supports Indonesia's net-zero ambitions and businesses on their decarbonization journeys through a series of targeted initiatives
From left to right: Ahmad Mohamad (Senior Technical Advisor, DHL Express Indonesia), Nicholas Bongsosartono (President Director, DHL Global Forwarding Indonesia), Matthias Gehrsitz (Managing Director, DHL Supply Chain Indonesia)
With the presence of three DHL Group divisions – DHL Express, DHL Global Forwarding, and DHL Supply Chain – businesses based in Indonesia can tap into end-to-end logistics offerings across the divisions, access a vast global logistics network, and lean on deep expertise to help navigate fluctuating trade complexities. Additionally, the DHL divisions are especially focused on supporting the expansion of fast-growing sectors in Indonesia such as electric vehicles (EVs), life sciences and healthcare, as well as e-commerce and retail. DHL's presence is well-suited to help the country and its businesses with its growth ambitionsGeographic Tailwinds "Indonesia's neighbors have been getting all the attention recently when it comes to supply chain resiliency, but this country has much to offer. We have a large domestic market and talent pool, and the government has been investing in modernizing its logistics sector through the National Logistics Ecosystem platform. We also see growth opportunities in cities beyond the Greater Jakarta area, such as Surabaya, Semarang, Batam, and Bali, among others, which are viable alternatives for businesses looking to diversify their supply chains. More importantly, we also want to help Indonesian brands expand their horizon beyond the local market through e-commerce," said Ahmad Mohamad, Senior Technical Advisor of DHL Express Indonesia. In addition to international brands expanding into Indonesia, there is also a growing pool of Indonesian brands that are going global. Indonesia's strategic location and proximity to major markets in the region make it an attractive location as a global trade hub. It is actively part of at least 12 major bilateral and multi-lateral trade agreements, including the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), currently the world's largest free trade agreement. DHL Group has been investing in Indonesia to help boost the country's logistics and supply chain capabilities. It has more than 4,000 employees in the country, with approximately 180 facilities across Indonesia, to help cater to the needs of rapidly growing companies in the country. New Energy "Another sector that we see massive growth opportunities in is new energy in Indonesia, particularly EV batteries. Indonesia's goal of becoming one of the world's top three EV battery producers by 2027 is also in line with our Strategy 2030 focus in this area. Since last year, we have seen at least seven EV manufacturers commit to building production facilities in the country. There is also keen interest from many China EV enterprises looking for a logistics partner that can deliver safe and compliant end-to-end logistics. Our existing experience in the automotive industry with customers such as Chery and Wuling Motors, along with regional capabilities and know-how in the EV industry, puts us in a prime position to help EV players navigate the Indonesian landscape," said Matthias Gehrsitz, Managing Director, DHL Supply Chain Indonesia. To support this fast-growing industry, DHL's customers in this sector have access to a comprehensive end-to-end logistics solution tailored specifically for EV supply chains. This includes: - Multimodal transportation management
- Specialized warehousing with critical value-added services such as battery testing and charging
- Comprehensive aftermarket battery handling solutions
- Dedicated team of EV logistics specialists who possess deep knowledge in navigating the sector's complex logistical demands while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.