Evyap Invests US$130 Million in Sei Mangkei SEZ, Strengthening Palm Oil Downstream Industry
The Turkish-based company, PT Evyap Sabun Indonesia, has officially commenced operations at its production facility in the Sei Mangkei Special Economic Zone (SEZ) after completing an investment of approximately US$ 130 million.
The Grand Opening Ceremony for Evyap’s production facility was held on Thursday (2/7/2026). The company stated that this investment is part of a strategy to increase production capacity and expand into international markets.
The Acting Secretary-General of the National Council for Special Economic Zones, Rizal Edwin Manansang, noted that Evyap’s presence serves as evidence of the SEZ’s success in developing a competitive industrial ecosystem through collaboration between the central government, local governments, zone managers, and stakeholders.
“This investment also serves as proof of the success of SEZ development in building a competitive industrial ecosystem through the collaboration of central government, local government, zone managers, and stakeholders,” he said.
Evyap’s entry also strengthens the contribution of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) within the SEZ. Currently, FDI accounts for approximately 73% of the total investment in special economic zones.
From 2012 to the first quarter of 2026, realised investment in the Sei Mangkei SEZ reached IDR 31.8 trillion, creating 14,689 jobs. The zone is considered strategic due to its position along the Malacca Strait international trade route.
Regarding the production facility and products, the newly operational Evyap facility produces various oleochemical products, including fatty acids, glycerin, soap noodles, and finished products for the global market.
The company stated that the construction of the facility took approximately three years, starting in March 2023. According to official statements, the facility comprises three production units with a combined capacity of 650,000 tonnes per year.
CEO of Life Chemistry Evyap, Saw Lee Chyan, stated that the choice of the Sei Mangkei SEZ accelerated the construction process due to the ease of operations available within the zone.
“The presence of the Sei Mangkei SEZ has greatly assisted us in accelerating the construction process so that the production facility could begin operations sooner compared to other locations. This is because the Sei Mangkei SEZ offers integrated services as a one-stop solution for industrial zones,” he said.
Regarding the benefits for downstreaming and the supply chain, the Deputy for Strategic Investment Downstreaming at the Ministry of Investment and Downstreaming/BKPM, Heldy Satrya Putera, stated that Evyap’s investment is a strategic step to strengthen the national downstream industry and the domestic supply chain.
“This investment also creates high-quality jobs, develops domestic industrial capabilities, encourages technology transfer, strengthens domestic suppliers, and enhances Indonesia’s competitiveness in the global manufacturing value chain,” he added.
In addition to the benefits of downstreaming, the Sei Mangkei SEZ is noted for its advantages, including the development of industrial clusters based on flagship commodities, strong logistical connectivity, supportive investment policies and incentives, and the implementation of green zone concepts through the use of biomass and biogas energy.