PLN Triples Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure for Year-End Holiday

Strategic Expansion to Support Growing EV Adoption

PT PLN (Persero), Indonesia's state-owned electricity company, has significantly expanded its electric vehicle charging infrastructure in preparation for the 2024/2025 New Year holiday season. The company has increased the number of public electric vehicle charging stations (SPKLU) along toll roads to 1,515 stations, tripling the capacity available last year.

Addressing Rising EV Demand

This strategic move is in response to the rapid growth in electric vehicle adoption in Indonesia. The number of EVs on the road has surged to approximately 150,000 units in 2025, more than double the 65,000 units recorded in the previous year. According to Adi Priyanto, Director of Retail and Commerce at PLN, this infrastructure expansion is crucial to supporting the increasing number of EV users, particularly during peak travel periods.

Infrastructure Development Details

The decision to triple the SPKLU capacity along toll roads is part of PLN's broader strategy to develop Indonesia's electric vehicle ecosystem. By enhancing charging infrastructure, PLN aims to improve the convenience and practicality of EV ownership, addressing one of the key concerns for potential EV adopters: charging accessibility.

Supporting Indonesia's Green Mobility Transition

This initiative aligns with Indonesia's broader goals of promoting green mobility and reducing carbon emissions. As the country continues to urbanize and grapple with traffic congestion and air pollution, the shift towards electric vehicles is seen as a key component of sustainable transportation development. PLN's proactive approach in expanding charging infrastructure is expected to encourage further adoption of electric vehicles among consumers.