CLOU Strengthens Investment in Batam with Groundbreaking Ceremony of Smart Energy Plant, Supporting Industrial Downstreaming and Indonesia’s Export Growth
Batam, August 14, 2025 – CLOU Electronics Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Midea Group and a global energy technology company based in Shenzhen, China, today held a Groundbreaking Ceremony for the construction of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) plant at Tunas Prima Industrial Estate, Batam. The facility will be operated by PT Klou Teknologi Indonesia, focusing on packaging and system integration for Energy Storage System (ESS) solutions.
Under the theme “Smarter Storage, Greener Future”, the inauguration marks a strategic move for CLOU to expand its global operations, strengthen industrial downstreaming, and bring manufacturing services closer to the fast-growing Southeast Asian market.
The ceremony was attended by Indonesia’s Minister of Trade Dr. Budi Santoso, Governor of Riau Islands Province H. Ansar Ahmad, and senior representatives of BP Batam, all of whom expressed strong support for advancing clean energy investment in Indonesia.
“This plant will support Indonesia’s renewable energy mix target, create high-tech job opportunities, and expand export potential of smart energy products to the global market,” said Minister Budi Santoso. Governor Ansar Ahmad emphasized that the investment aligns with Batam’s vision as a competitive global green industry hub.
Looking Back: Factory Handover & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Today’s groundbreaking follows CLOU’s earlier expansion milestone, the Factory Handover & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on July 25, 2025, where CLOU President Aaron Li inaugurated the initial production stage at Building #15 Tunas Prima and introduced the Aqua C2.5 – a liquid-cooled battery storage system designed for high efficiency and long-term stability. The facility is equipped with advanced industrial flooring, integrated safety systems, and a power layout supporting up to 4 GWh annual capacity, expected to be fully operational by early 2026.
Driving Export and Green Energy
According to Zhi Shuai, COO & HR Director of PT Klou Teknologi Indonesia, the Batam plant will serve as Midea’s key manufacturing hub in Southeast Asia. “Equipped with advanced production lines, the facility will not only serve the Indonesian market but also export to ASEAN, the United States, and Europe—strengthening regional trade and supporting renewable energy transition,” he said.
Minister Budi further underlined that the global clean energy trend provides Indonesia with a unique opportunity to emerge as a key player in the global battery supply chain. “This investment is a milestone to strengthen national competitiveness in battery products. The government is fully committed to supporting PT Klou Teknologi Indonesia in entering export markets,” he added.
Tunas Prima: Partnering for a Sustainable Industry
Chrispin Andereas, Head of Business Development at Tunas Group, welcomed CLOU’s presence. “We believe CLOU will play a vital role in advancing smart energy industries in Batam. Tunas Prima is ready to be a long-term partner in supporting this green technology expansion,” he stated.
The Batam facility is designed to assemble large-scale battery systems and integrate smart energy storage solutions for industries, utilities, and smart grid applications. With PT Klou Teknologi Indonesia’s presence, the project is expected to generate new jobs, enable technology transfer, and contribute significantly to Indonesia’s clean energy ecosystem.
Aligned with the government’s target of 23% renewable energy mix by 2025, energy storage systems (ESS) stand as a critical enabler for balancing intermittent renewable sources such as solar and wind. Positioned as a green-oriented industrial estate, Tunas Prima Industrial Estate provides modern infrastructure with a strong focus on sustainability and energy efficiency—making it the ideal partner for global companies like CLOU to develop sustainable business in Indonesia and Southeast Asia.