AHY Calls for Accelerated Digital Transformation, Outlines Benefits
In Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia reports that Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY), the Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, has stressed the importance of digital transformation in Indonesia’s infrastructure development. He says that using digital technology is seen as a way to accelerate the realisation of sustainable infrastructure.
“Digital transformation is not a luxury but a necessity. From smart cities to intelligent transport systems, digital technology enables us to optimise resources, enhance security, and improve service delivery,” he said at the World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development (WED) 2026, on Wednesday 4 March 2026.
Through digital transformation, the government aims to leverage technologies including artificial intelligence (AI), Big Data, remote sensing, and digital twins to optimise planning and operations for infrastructure development. These technologies bring several benefits, such as predictive maintenance, cost efficiency, and increased resilience of infrastructure to climate risks.
In the transport sector, AHY noted that digital technology will improve logistics efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. In housing, data-based digital approaches enable more inclusive and affordable housing solutions. In public works, sensor-based digital monitoring will improve occupational safety.
With this transformation, AHY hopes engineers will adapt to the shifting trends. “The engineers of the future are not only builders but also data analysts, systems thinkers, and innovators,” he said.
Moreover, AHY stated that Indonesia needs more human resources with leadership in sustainable engineering. Simply understanding technology is not enough, as sustainable development requires capable people. “Engineers must be equipped not only with technical skills but also with ethical judgement, multidisciplinary perspectives, and global awareness. We must invest in education, professional standards, and lifelong learning,” he clarified.
He also stressed the importance of empowering young engineers, including women and underrepresented communities. Ultimately, all stakeholders should strengthen collaboration among academia, industry, and government. “In this regard, organisations such as the World Federation of Engineering Organizations and our national body such as the Persatuan Insinyur Indonesia (PII) play very important roles,” he concluded.