Why did JRC deliver a coast radio station to Indonesia?

Increase in the demand for communications between ships and shore. JRC has delivered not only the coast radio stations to Indonesia, but also the Vessel Traffic System (sea/port surveillance system) to the Strait of Malacca in which the traffic of ships is particularly high in the waters of Indonesia.

Why does Indonesia need a ship-to-shore radio communication system?

It is mandatory to develop the ship-to-shore radio communication system to cover all the waters of Indonesia as the measure for safety of ships sailing in the Indonesian sea areas that have grown to be the trunk arteries of international shipping. Increase in sea accidents as the marine traffic is growing.

Why do we need a radio communication system in Indonesia?

The demand for ship-to-shore communications has also been increasing. For safety of marine navigation, the radio communication system to cover all the waters of Indonesia is indispensable.

Why is battery energy storage system important in Indonesia?

However, given the challenge of Indonesia’s geological landscape, with many off-grid and remote areas, there is growing intermittency issue that hamper the development of solar and wind generation. Hence, the battery energy storage system (BESS) technologies have a critical role in the development of Indonesia’s renewable energy.

Is Indonesia a market in the energy transition?

Indonesia is a market in the energy transition as the country is moving from fossil fuels to clean energy resources. In 2023, Indonesia derived approximately 60% of its energy from coal, while renewable energy’s contribution is estimated at about 15%.

Will Tesla invest in Indonesia's battery energy storage system sector?

There have been talks with Tesla, with plans to invest in Indonesia’s Battery Energy Storage System sector. Tesla has an outstanding reputation in its production of technology that is carbon neutral. The BESS produced and used by Tesla has a relatively low negative environmental impact.