Indonesia - Kota Industri Baru Karawang
Karawang New Industry City (KNIC) plays a pivotal role in fostering lean, efficient, and sustainable industries across various sectors. With a focus on creating synergies for partners and tenants, KNIC has emerged as a driving force in industries such as Food, Automotive, Construction Materials, Consumer Electronics, Logistics Service, and SME & Innovation. The city’s strategic location and comprehensive infrastructure make it a prime destination for businesses aiming to optimize their operations.
KNIC’s Construction Materials Industry Park is strategically positioned to capitalize on the robust demand for building materials within Indonesia‘s flourishing real estate sector. With a surge in infrastructure development and investment, this park contributes significantly to the nation’s economy, bolstered by KNIC’s commitment to efficient industrial support.
Automotive Industry Park at Karawang New Industry City
As Indonesia claims its status as Southeast Asia’s largest automotive market and the second-largest automotive manufacturer in ASEAN, KNIC’s Automotive Industry Park stands ready to support and bolster the nation’s automotive sector. Positioned to accommodate growth and innovation, KNIC aligns with Indonesia’s automotive ambitions.
Situated within Indonesia’s thriving electronic manufacturing hub, KNIC’s Consumer Electronics Industry Park thrives among over 250 companies, including global electronics giants. This industry park bolsters Indonesia’s electronics manufacturing sector and aligns with the nation’s economic vision.
With a robust national transportation network, KNIC’s Logistics Hub is a seamless gateway, ensuring efficient movement in and out of the region. This logistical advantage positions KNIC as a pivotal player in Indonesia’s industrial landscape.
KNIC’s SME & Innovation Industry Park empowers local SMEs to embark on new ventures by providing access to cutting-edge infrastructure, technology, and global partnerships. This initiative aligns with the Indonesian government’s efforts to stimulate economic growth.
Food Industry Park at Karawang New Industry City
Recognizing the significance of the F&B sector in Indonesia’s economy, KNIC’s Food Industry Park is poised to drive innovation and growth, absorbing the potential of the nation’s food industry market.
KNIC’s master plan encompasses crucial elements that ensure operational excellence, including a water treatment plant, waste water treatment plant, integrated housing, service centers, training centers, electricity substations, and more. The comprehensive block plan further highlights KNIC’s world-class infrastructure, tailored to meet the diverse needs of industries.
Strategic Location
Situated within proximity to key transportation nodes like airports, seaports, and highways, KNIC offers unparalleled accessibility for businesses. Its robust transportation network enhances connectivity and positions KNIC as a dynamic center of industrial activity.
Karawang’s role in the Jakarta-Bandung high-speed train project is pivotal, necessitating revisions to the regional spatial plan. Eka Sanatha, Head of the Regional Planning and Development Agency, emphasizes alignment with the central government’s agenda, ensuring transparent and community-inclusive preparations for the transformative rail initiative.
Karawang New Industry City (KNIC) embodies innovation, efficiency, and growth, making it a hub for industries seeking operational excellence and sustainable success. Its strategic location, state-of-the-art facilities, and commitment to supporting diverse sectors contribute to its pivotal role in Indonesia’s industrial landscape.
Strategic nearby Locations
- Soekarno-Hatta Airport – 70km
- Tanjung Priok Seaport – 50km
- Halim Airport – 47km
- Cikarang Dry Port – 15km
- Karawang HSR Station – 2km
- Kertajati Airport – 100km
- Patimban Deep Seaport – 80km
Notable tenants at Karawang New Industry City
PT BrightGene Biomedical Indonesia
PT BrightGene Biomedical Indonesia is a research-driven pharmaceutical company in Indonesia, focusing on developing and producing high-quality Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) for the local and ASEAN markets. Established in 2018, it is a joint venture between BrightGene Bio-Medical Technology Co., Ltd. (Suzhou, China) and Indonesian pharmaceutical experts. The company operates a state-of-the-art facility on 25,000 sqm in Karawang New Industrial City (KNIC), near Jakarta. Utilizing advanced API manufacturing technologies, PT BrightGene Biomedical Indonesia aims to provide affordable, high-quality medicines to improve patient outcomes and bring hope to families in Indonesia and beyond.
BuKwang Textile Co., LTD. has been a leading Korean textile manufacturer and exporter for global brands since 1993. BuKwang’s strengths lie in its vertically integrated in-house manufacturing process of tricot, double raschel, raschel, and circular knit Jacquard fabrics, ensuring excellent customer-oriented development and superior quality control. Supported by a passionate and sincere business ethos, BuKwang continually innovates to meet customer satisfaction. Collaborating with global sportswear brands like Nike, Adidas, and New Balance, BuKwang co-develops and supplies textiles with various designs and high-quality properties. Since its inception, BuKwang has introduced over 4,000 innovative items, adding approximately 110 new items annually.
Hyundai and LG Open Indonesia’s First EV Battery Plant at Karawang New Industry City
South Korea’s Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solution have inaugurated Indonesia’s first electric vehicle (EV) battery cell manufacturing plant, located in Karawang New Industry City (KNIC), West Java. Developed by HLI Green Power, a joint venture between Hyundai and LG, the $1.1 billion facility spans 320,000sqm and has an annual production capacity of 10GWh, enough to power over 150,000 EVs.
Situated within Karawang New Industry City, a growing industrial hub, the plant strengthens Indonesia’s role in the global EV supply chain. The facility will supply Hyundai and Kia EV models and is a key step in building a local EV ecosystem, from raw material sourcing to battery production, charging infrastructure, and recycling.
With Indonesia’s vast nickel reserves, essential for EV battery production, the country is positioning itself as a regional EV hub. The strategic location at KNIC provides strong infrastructure and logistics advantages, reinforcing Karawang’s status as an emerging center for advanced manufacturing and sustainable industries.
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