Jakarta, INTI - PT RMK Energy Tbk has allocated an initial investment of Rp45.5 billion to procure electric-powered heavy equipment as part of its strategy to build a more efficient and low-emission logistics operation.
According to the company’s official statement released on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, RMKE has ordered 10 Electric Dump Trucks manufactured by XCMG, one Electric Reach Stacker from HELI, and one 3-ton lithium battery-powered Electric Forklift. All units are expected to arrive at operational sites in the third quarter of 2026.
Alongside the EV fleet deployment, the company is also preparing supporting infrastructure, including an initial electricity capacity requirement of 5.75 MW, with the potential to increase to 10 MW as more operational equipment transitions to electric power.
RMKE has additionally developed a dedicated 3.8 MW electrical substation at the Simpang Station and Keramasan Port areas to support EV charging operations.
RMKE President Director Vincent Saputra stated that the first-phase investment marks a key step in the company’s operational electrification strategy.
“We have officially placed the first-stage order today with an investment value of Rp45.5 billion. The EV heavy equipment is scheduled to arrive at the beginning of the third quarter this year,” Vincent said in the company’s official statement.
AI Integration and Operational Efficiency Targets
Based on the company’s internal feasibility study, the operating cost of the Electric Reach Stacker is estimated at only 18% of the diesel model, while EV Trucks are projected to operate at around 39% of the cost of fossil-fuel vehicles. RMKE estimates annual savings of approximately Rp0.8 billion per unit for the Reach Stacker and Rp0.38 billion per unit for each EV Truck.
The company also stated that the use of a single Electric Reach Stacker could reduce carbon emissions by up to 180 tons annually, with projected savings reaching Rp23.1 billion over five years.
Vincent added that the integration of EV fleets and AI technology is expected to strengthen workplace safety targets while reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
“This strategy is expected to support our zero-fatality target, reduce fossil fuel consumption, and accelerate the implementation of cleaner coal logistics operations,” he concluded.
Conclusion
RMKE’s investment in electric heavy equipment and AI-driven logistics infrastructure reflects the company’s broader commitment to operational efficiency, workplace safety, and sustainable industrial transformation. Through electrification and smart logistics adoption, the company aims to reduce emissions, lower operational costs, and support cleaner energy practices in Indonesia’s logistics sector.
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