Kongsberg Maritime has announced the opening of two new offices in Indonesia, located in Jakarta and Batam.
Dedicated Kongsberg Maritime teams will be established in both cities to provide local sales and aftermarket support, including service and spare parts.
The announcement was made during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Inamarine Expo, in Jakarta, which was attended by the Ambassador of Norway to Indonesia, Rut Krüger Giverin.
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Patrick Banks, Kongsberg Maritime’s Vice President of Aftermarket Sales, APAC, said: “Indonesia is a vital and fast-evolving maritime nation, and both Jakarta and Batam are key hubs in that landscape.
“With over 200 shipyards in Indonesia, Jakarta is a major centre for shipping operations, government agencies, and maritime trade, while Batam has the highest concentration and plays a central role in regional shipbuilding and repair.
“Establishing a presence in both cities allows us to be closer to our customers, respond more quickly to their needs, and support the full lifecycle of their Kongsberg Maritime products.”
Last week, the US and Indonesia agreed on a tentative trade deal, which reportedly eased immediate concerns over a sharp tariff hike on Indonesian exports. The deal reduces the proposed US tariff on Indonesian exports from 32 per cent to 19 per cent. In return, the US will retain zero tariffs on its exports to Indonesia, with Jakarta agreeing to purchase $15 billion in American energy products, $4.5 billion in agricultural goods, and 50 Boeing aircraft.
