Subang Smartpolitan, a leading industrial estate developer in Indonesia, successfully hosted a strategic seminar today titled “FDI into Indonesia New Trend and Opportunity” in Changzhou, China. The event was a robust collaboration between Subang Smartpolitan, UOB Group, Patimban Global Gateway Terminal (PGT), and Ciawenindo.
The seminar was attended by dozens of representatives from prominent corporations and manufacturing businesses in Changzhou and the surrounding areas, highlighting the growing interest of Chinese investors in Indonesia’s infrastructural transformation and increasingly conducive investment climate.
China’s Strategic Position and Indonesia’s Appeal
China consistently ranks among the top five largest investor countries in Indonesia. This trend underscores the strong confidence of global partners in the future potential of the Indonesian industry, particularly in the manufacturing and downstream sectors. This sharp focus on the manufacturing sector is highly strategic, given its fundamental role in the economy. This performance reinforces the sector’s position as the backbone and primary engine of Indonesia’s economic expansion.
Infrastructure Synergy and Construction Insights
The core of the seminar provided Chinese investors with comprehensive, integrated insights into Indonesia’s modernizing logistics, infrastructure landscape, and the practicalities of physical establishment. The discussion highlighted the synergy between strategic national projects, particularly Patimban Port, and its seamless integration with Subang Smartpolitan. This collaborative approach ensures an optimal supply chain that accelerates industrial growth.
The seminar then transitioned into crucial ground-level factors for successful manufacturing setup, presented by the respective domain experts. Richard Tanggara, Sales Manager of Subang Smartpolitan, delivered the session titled “Insights on Infrastructure Development and the Impact on Supply Chain, Logistic, and Manufacturing Efficiency.” Richard emphasized that the strategic advantage of Subang Smartpolitan—a “Smart, Green, and Sustainable City”—lies in its proximity and direct connectivity to Patimban Port, Kertajati International Airport, and the Trans Java Toll Road. He stressed that location selection is highly critical, as massive developments like the toll roads and Patimban Port significantly contribute to the efficiency of sea logistics, making them a crucial consideration for Chinese exporters.
Following this, Mike Zhou Chairman of Ciawenindo offered practical guidance on the specific characteristics of industrial construction in Indonesia. Their presentation covered essential technical details crucial for facility planning, including considerations for Indonesian temperature and climate, geological conditions, optimal ventilation design for factories and warehouses, and a detailed walkthrough of the mandatory Building Approval Certificate (IMB or PBG) process. This practical guidance ensures investors can navigate the complexities of physical establishment with confidence and compliance.
Latest Developments at Patimban Port
Pierre Avesque, President Director of PGT, provided the latest information regarding Patimban Port. The container terminal is scheduled to increase its capacity gradually. By the end of December 2026, with the addition of three Ship-to-Shore (STS) cranes and nine Electric Rubber-Tired Gantry (E-RTG) cranes, the container terminal capacity will increase from 250,000 TEUs to 800,000 TEUs. This expansion offers solid operational certainty for large-scale manufacturing investors.
Maximizing the flow of FDI in Indonesia
Mia Yan, Vice President, Sales Head, Cash Management and Advisory of UOB Group, details UOB Indonesia’s collaboration with Subang Smartpolitan and Patimban Global Gateway Terminal reflects the bank’s comprehensive commitment to supporting foreign direct investors. Utilizing its extensive regional network and specialized FDI Advisory expertise, UOB acts as a critical bridge, facilitating smooth entry and operational setup for corporations transitioning from Asia to Indonesia. By offering tailored financial solutions, trade finance, and guidance on regulatory requirements, UOB aims to significantly de-risk the investment process. Their participation in the seminar underscored their core objective: to facilitate investments that robustly strengthen Indonesia’s manufacturing base and enhance its regional trade integration capacity, ensuring capital flows efficiently into strategic projects.
Conclusion
The seminar concluded with a strong summary: the success of this event confirms the close collaboration between private sector developers in positioning Indonesia as a premier global manufacturing investment destination. Subang Smartpolitan successfully created a direct platform for Chinese manufacturers to explore opportunities in Indonesia’s fastest-growing economic zone. This synergy is expected to drive global interest in the future logistics and manufacturing ecosystem.