Jakarta, INTI - Indonesia’s Construction Services Development Board (LPJK) is exploring advanced construction technologies at the Guangdong Jianke Research and Development Center in Huangpu, China, as part of efforts to strengthen the national construction industry and prepare for future infrastructure challenges.
LPJK Chairman Insannul Kamil said the visit included an examination of several advanced research and testing facilities developed by Guangdong Jianke.
“We reviewed several leading research facilities operated by Guangdong Jianke as part of our efforts to strengthen Indonesia’s domestic construction sector,” Insannul said in Jakarta on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
The LPJK delegation also participated in visits and knowledge exchanges with representatives from Laos’ Department of Public Works and Transport, the Directorate of Housing and Urban Planning, and China Construction News.
LPJK Explores Wind Tunnel and Curtain Wall Technologies
LPJK visited a comprehensive civil engineering wind tunnel laboratory, described as the largest of its kind in China.
The delegation also inspected a large-scale multifunctional curtain wall testing facility developed independently by Guangdong Jianke, as well as an advanced construction materials testing laboratory integrating smart technologies.
Insannul said the research advancements developed by Guangdong Jianke could serve as a reference for strengthening the construction industry across the ASEAN region.
“The research activities and progress in civil engineering being carried out at this research center should be utilized,” he said.
These technological and research developments are expected to provide a model for collaboration aimed at improving the quality and overall ecosystem of the construction industry.
This includes strengthening construction and facility management practices in a sustainable manner while maintaining high safety standards, he added.
Advanced Technology Key to Addressing Future Infrastructure Challenges
Insannul emphasized that advances in construction technology require closer collaboration among research institutions, industry players, and governments to sustainably improve the competitiveness of the construction sector.
The adoption of advanced technologies is also considered essential for addressing increasingly complex infrastructure development challenges in the future.
The visit further served as an opportunity to strengthen knowledge exchange and international cooperation in the construction sector, particularly in technology development, safety standards, and improving the capabilities of construction professionals across Asia.
Conclusion
LPJK’s visit to Guangdong Jianke highlights the importance of advanced technology, research, and international collaboration in strengthening Indonesia’s construction industry. By adopting innovative practices and enhancing safety standards and workforce capabilities, Indonesia can build a more competitive, resilient, and sustainable construction sector prepared for future infrastructure challenges.
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