21 April 2026
Press Release

TMMIN Supplier Convention 2026 Strengthening Supply Chain Synergy to Sustain the Competitiveness of Indonesia’s Automotive Industry

Jakarta, April 20, 2026 — Amid today’s global dynamics, Indonesia’s automotive industry is facing increasingly complex challenges, ranging from a stagnant domestic market and geopolitical uncertainties to the rapid acceleration of electrification trends. These developments require all industry players to adapt more swiftly. The impact is not only felt by automotive manufacturers but also directly affects suppliers, who are now expected to be more flexible and ready to keep pace with evolving technologies.

In response to these challenges, PT Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indonesia (TMMIN) held the TMMIN Supplier Convention 2026 at Nusantara International Convention Exhibition (NICE), Pantai Indah Kapuk, on Monday (April 20). The event serves as a strategic forum to strengthen collaboration across the entire supply chain ecosystem in order to maintain and enhance the competitiveness of Indonesia’s automotive industry.

The event was attended by Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto, Toyota’s management including CEO of Toyota Motor Corporation Asia Region Masahiko Maeda, President Director of TMMIN Nandi Julyanto, as well as representatives from the Ministry of Industry and the Ministry of Trade. More than 500 companies from various automotive supply chain sectors participated, including supplier communities under the Toyota Manufacturers Club (TMClub), Toyota Equipment and Facility Club (TEFC), and Toyota Logistics Club (TLC), reflecting a well-integrated industrial ecosystem from upstream to downstream.

In line with ongoing industry transformation, TMMIN emphasized that the transition toward carbon neutrality cannot rely on a single approach. Therefore, a multi-pathway strategy is adopted by introducing various vehicle technologies such as Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV), Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV), Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV), Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV), as well as HEV Flexy Fuel Vehicles (FFV) utilizing bioethanol blends. This approach is expected to address the diverse mobility needs of Indonesian consumers while ensuring long-term industry sustainability.

“The challenges ahead are becoming increasingly complex, making collaboration essential. We continue to strengthen an adaptive and competitive supply chain through various initiatives, including synergy with the government, implementation of a multi-pathway approach to meet diverse consumer needs, development of biofuel and hydrogen, as well as strengthening human resources and research and development (R&D),” said Nandi Julyanto, President Director of TMMIN.

Carrying the theme “Stronger Together: Building Resilient, Competitive and Supply Chain Transformation,” the TMMIN Supplier Convention 2026 serves as a platform to address both challenges and opportunities in the industry, including electrification. The event opened with a public announcement of new suppliers officially joining Toyota’s electrification ecosystem, followed by a showcase of vehicles developed in collaboration with suppliers. The agenda continued with a panel discussion titled “Strengthening Indonesia's Auto-industry Competitiveness (Domestic & Export)” featuring Secretary of the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs Susiwijono, Director General of Metal, Machinery, Transportation Equipment and Electronics Industry at the Ministry of Industry Setia Diarta, a representative from the Directorate General of Foreign Trade of the Ministry of Trade, Vice President Director of TMMIN Bob Azam, and Chairman of TMClub Willy Djunaedi. The discussion covered policies, challenges, and opportunities within the supply chain, and concluded with an awarding session recognizing supplier contributions.

Automotive Industry as a Driver of Employment and National Economy

Indonesia’s automotive industry continues to play a vital role as one of the main drivers of the national economy, particularly in job creation. As a labor-intensive sector, Toyota Indonesia contributes to more than 360,000 jobs across the entire value chain, from upstream to downstream. Since its development in the 1970s, the industry has transformed from an importer into a full vehicle manufacturer, deepening its industrial structure with local content levels now exceeding 80%, supported by a supply chain ecosystem established since 1977.

The importance of synergy between government and industry in maintaining national competitiveness is reflected in the automotive sector’s role as both a labor-intensive and capital-intensive industry. It contributes significantly to investment, employment, and both central and regional government revenues. These contributions include central taxes such as Income Tax (PPh), Value Added Tax (VAT), and Luxury Goods Sales Tax (PPnBM), as well as regional taxes such as Motor Vehicle Tax (PKB) and Motor Vehicle Title Transfer Fee (BBNKB), which are key sources of regional revenue.

In line with this, export performance continues to grow, with a total of 3 million completely built-up (CBU) vehicles exported to more than 100 countries, reflecting global competitiveness and trust in Indonesian products and human resources. Strengthening the supply chain ecosystem is also key to supporting the industry’s transformation toward electrification, including exports of hybrid vehicles such as the Toyota Innova Zenix HEV and Yaris Cross HEV, with a combined volume exceeding 56,000 units as of Q1 2026. This underscores the readiness of Indonesia’s automotive industry in transitioning toward more sustainable mobility.

“The automotive industry plays a significant role in national exports and employment. This momentum must be maintained and further developed through strong collaboration between industry and government to deliver broader economic impact for Indonesia,” said Bob Azam, Vice President Director of TMMIN.

Currently, TMMIN partners with more than 240 tier 1 suppliers and 520 tier 2 and tier 3 suppliers, all contributing to strengthening the industrial ecosystem, promoting self-reliance, reducing import dependency, and supporting the development of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). With more than 55 years of presence in Indonesia, the established supply chain ecosystem serves as a strong foundation to maintain competitiveness amid global industry dynamics.

Through stronger synergy among industry players and supportive government policies, Indonesia’s automotive industry is expected to continuously adapt to global dynamics and the acceleration of electrification, while maintaining competitiveness in both regional and global markets, and sustaining its role as a key pillar of economic growth and job creation.

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