Pertamina NRE and LONGi Launch 1.6 GW Solar Panel Factory to Compete on Global Stage
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JAKARTA, Investortrust.id — PT Pertamina New & Renewable Energy, a subsidiary of Indonesia’s state energy company, has partnered with China’s LONGi Green Energy Technology to establish a solar panel manufacturing facility with an annual production capacity of 1.6 gigawatts. The project aims to position Indonesia as a global player in the renewable energy supply chain.
The agreement, formalized through a term sheet signing ceremony in Cikarang, West Java, marks a major step forward for Indonesia’s solar energy ambitions. The plant will manufacture photovoltaic (PV) modules using Hi-MO 9 technology, which is currently considered the world’s most efficient.
PT Pertamina New & Renewable Energy (Pertamina NRE) is the power and green energy subholding of Pertamina, while LONGi is the world’s largest solar manufacturer, with an annual module production capacity of 120 GW and export reach across 30 countries.
“This partnership is key to achieving our green energy portfolio targets,” said Pertamina NRE CEO John Anis during a media briefing on Sunday, July 6, 2025. “We are focused on collaboration to share risk and ensure knowledge transfer. LONGi’s capabilities and experience make them the ideal partner for this project.”
Three Pillars of Solar Manufacturing Success
Anis outlined three core success factors in solar panel manufacturing: robust R&D investment, strong capital support, and a resilient global supply chain.
LONGi’s continued commitment to innovation has kept its technology at the forefront of the industry. The company’s latest Hi-MO 9 modules lead global efficiency standards. In 2024 alone, LONGi shipped more than 80 GW of solar modules globally.
“Strong capital allows players to respond swiftly to market volatility,” Anis added. “And LONGi’s global supply chain presence is unmatched.”
Local Impact and National Goals
The collaboration is also aligned with Indonesia’s long-term energy transition strategy. Anis emphasized that the new factory would help reduce the country’s reliance on imported solar panels while strengthening local industrial capabilities.
He added that the initiative supports Indonesia’s roadmap to achieve net zero emissions by 2060 and aligns with the national Power Supply Business Plan (RUPTL). The plant is also expected to significantly improve the domestic supply chain and contribute to the government’s target of achieving 60% local content in solar module production.
“Working with the world’s top solar panel manufacturer means we’re not just assembling modules—we’re building an ecosystem,” said Anis. “Indonesia will gain skills, jobs, and technological independence.”
The project underscores Pertamina NRE’s broader push into green energy, which includes feasibility studies on nuclear power and regional integration through initiatives like the ASEAN Power Grid.