Ningbo CBL, a subsidiary of CATL’s Brunp, PT ANTAM, and Indonesia Battery Corporation (IBC) have officially kicked off the construction of the Indonesia Battery Integration Project at Karawang New Industry City (KNIC), located in West Java.

This groundbreaking initiative represents a massive planned investment of nearly US$6 billion, spanning over 2,000 hectares, and covers the entire battery value chain:

Nickel Mining & Processing, Battery Materials & Recycling: 

Situated in the FHT Industrial Park in East Halmahera, North Maluku, this component will feature Indonesia's first renewable energy circular system. It utilizes state-of-the-art technology for ultra-low energy consumption and boasts over 95% metal recovery. Once fully operational, it will annually produce 142,000 tons of nickel and 30,000 tons of cathode materials, alongside processing around 20,000 tons of recycled batteries.

Battery Manufacturing: 

Located at KNIC and Artha Industrial Hill (AIH) in Karawang, West Java, the Karawang facility’s first phase will have a production capacity of 6.9 GWh per year. It will utilize CATL's advanced Lighthouse Factory and Extreme Manufacturing expertise to produce high-quality cells and modules for global electric mobility and energy storage.

Key Impacts:

• ● Job Creation: The project is expected to generate 8,000 direct jobs and 35,000 indirect opportunities once it reaches full operational capacity.

• ● Sustainability: This project is a significant step towards Indonesia’s 2060 carbon neutrality goals.

• ● Scale: It represents the largest initiative of its kind in Southeast Asia.

• ● Model: The project establishes a new global benchmark for green and circular industrial development, featuring complete vertical integration.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who attended the ceremony, underscored the project's importance as a clear demonstration of Indonesia’s dedication to sustainable energy and its enthusiasm for global green battery ecosystem partnerships. This milestone significantly advances the project, enhances CATL's global footprint, secures raw material sources, and promotes worldwide battery circularity.