DETIK – Indonesia’s state-owned electricity company, PLN, says the development of public EV charging stations (Stasiun Pengisian Kendaraan Listrik Umum, SPKLU) cannot rely solely on the government. As this infrastructure is essential for strengthening the electric vehicle ecosystem, PLN stresses that private-sector involvement is crucial to speed up the expansion of SPKLU nationwide.
According to PLN’s data, Indonesia currently has 4,400 SPKLU units. Around 2,600 are owned by PLN, while the rest belong to private entities, either through partnerships or as stand-alone installations. This number remains far from sufficient to support the rapid growth of electric vehicles in the country.
Government regulations require that each SPKLU should be able to serve around 15 electric vehicles. With an estimated 900,000 EVs on the road by 2030, the infrastructure requirement is projected to reach 63,000 SPKLU units. The calculation highlights a wide gap between future needs and existing charging facilities.
The development of SPKLU continues to progress each year. In 2025 alone, PLN has built around 1,500 units. Because SPKLU construction requires substantial capital investment, incentives for private companies are being prepared through various collaboration schemes.
PLN has also implemented an internal mandate requiring all PLN offices across Indonesia to install SPKLU units. This policy applies from Aceh to Papua, covering multiple charging types—from ultra-fast charging and fast charging to standard chargers. With SPKLU installations made mandatory in every office, charging infrastructure becomes available in all regions where PLN operates. (*) (*)
