Vietnamese automaker VinFast is set to establish an electric vehicle (EV) charging station network in Indonesia, as announced by the Investment Minister. VinFast plans to build between 30,000 and 100,000 charging stations in its initial phase, primarily focusing on Java. This development was discussed during a recent meeting between the Indonesian President and the chairman and CEO of Vingroup at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta.
According to the Minister, the Indonesian government has reiterated its openness to investments in sustainable infrastructure, including EV charging networks. VinFast has also shown interest in exploring opportunities in renewable energy sectors such as solar and wind power, although discussions in these areas are still in the preliminary stage.
VinFast has pledged USD 200 million to develop a 120-hectare EV manufacturing facility in Subang, West Java. This initiative is part of Indonesia’s larger USD 1.2 billion investment plan. The facility is expected to commence production by late 2025 and manufacture four EV models: VF5, VF6, VF7, and VF3.
The new facility is set to produce 50,000 electric vehicles annually, exclusively for Indonesia’s domestic market, with no plans to manufacture conventional cars or motorcycles. This expansion supports Indonesia’s broader strategy to position itself as a regional electric vehicle production and infrastructure hub.
VinFast’s sister company, Xanh SM, an electric taxi service, began operations in Jakarta in December 2024, making Indonesia its second international market after Laos. The service uses VinFast VF e34 electric vehicles, easily recognized by their distinctive turquoise-blue color.
Xanh SM plans to deploy up to 10,000 electric taxis across Indonesia by 2025. While operations are currently limited to Jakarta, there are plans to expand the service to Bali in the near future.
(Source: Jakarta Globe)
