Jakarta, INTI - The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) has officially partnered with Japanese technology company CAST Inc. This collaboration focuses on technology development in the energy and manufacturing sectors, specifically the use of sensor technology to support the fossil fuel and new and renewable energy (NRE) industries, such as gas-fired power plants (PLTGU), geothermal power plants (PLTP), and hydrogen technology.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Aam Muharam, representing the Head of BRIN's Energy and Manufacturing Research Organization (OREM), and Kei Nakatsuma, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of CAST Inc. The signing took place at Kawasan Sains dan Teknologi (KST) B.J. Habibie, Serpong, on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Tata Sutardi, Head of the Energy Conversion Technology Research Center, will represent OREM and BRIN as the contact point and coordinator of this collaboration.
To support this sector going forward, research activities will involve PLN Nusantara Power (PLN NP) and Pertamina PGE. This MoU was based on both parties' commitment to strengthening the sustainable development of science and technology.
Knowledge Exchange and Joint Research
BRIN and CAST Inc. are also planning to enhance knowledge exchange and human resource capacity. The partnership opens opportunities to develop technology-based innovations that can strengthen energy industry infrastructure in the future.
The collaboration will be implemented through various schemes, including joint research, the exchange of scientific data and information, collaborative use of research facilities, and the organization of scientific activities such as seminars and workshops.
This MoU is valid for three years and can be extended upon mutual agreement. While non-binding, this agreement serves as an important foundation for strengthening the research partnership between Indonesia and Japan and developing innovations that impact industry and society.
Conclusion
The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is collaborating with CAST Inc. to develop sensor technology in the energy and manufacturing sectors, including for gas-fired power plants (PLTGU), geothermal, and hydrogen. This collaboration involves joint research, knowledge exchange, and support from PLN NP and Pertamina PGE to strengthen energy innovation and the infrastructure industry.
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