Prabowo to Inaugurate National Electric Motorcycle Ecosystem in Cikarang

President Prabowo Subianto will inaugurate the National Electric Motorcycle Ecosystem (MOLINAS) at the production facility of PT Ilectra Motor Group (ALVA) in Cikarang, Bekasi Regency, West Java, on Thursday.

“This activity will be one of the steps to strengthen the development of the national electric motorcycle industry and encourage the formation of an integrated electric vehicle ecosystem,” said Minister of State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi in a written statement.

Prasetyo said that during the event, President Prabowo will inspect the production and exhibition facilities, receive a report on the development of MOLINAS, watch a video presentation about the programme, and deliver directives.

The event will also be followed by the launch of the MOLINAS ecosystem and the signing of a joint commitment by stakeholders.

MOLINAS, Prasetyo said, is not merely the launch of one brand or one vehicle model, but will be developed as a national ecosystem.

The ecosystem will cover industrial and manufacturing development, components and batteries, charging and battery swap infrastructure, financing, distribution, after-sales services, and strengthening market absorption.

PT Len Industri will act as the main integrator to orchestrate collaboration among stakeholders in developing the ecosystem.

Prasetyo said the development of this ecosystem is expected to strengthen industrial downstreaming, increase domestic manufacturing capacity and supply chains, and open opportunities for job creation and the involvement of MSMEs and cooperatives.

“At the same time, the development of electric motorcycles will be directed to support energy security through reducing dependence on fuel and increasing the use of electrical energy,” he said.

The inauguration of MOLINAS, he continued, will be the starting point of the process of building a national electric motorcycle ecosystem that needs to be continued in stages and measurably.

According to Prasetyo, the most important thing after the inauguration is to ensure that industrial development, supply chains, infrastructure, financing, and market absorption can run in an integrated and sustainable manner.

“The government hopes that the development of MOLINAS can encourage the growth of a stronger electric motorcycle industry, increase domestic added value, and provide broader benefits for society and the national economy,” he said.