indonesia manufacturing

Manufacturing

Overview of the Manufacturing Sector

An introduction to the manufacturing sector of Indonesia and the main industries involved in it. This section provides an overview to the trends impacting the industry and recent changes that have taken place to shape its course of development such as the CAFTA.

Overview of Fibre, Textiles & Garments

An outline of some of the main trends in Indonesia’s fibre, textile and garment industry. As the global economy recovers and demand from emerging markets within the ASEAN increases, this section looks at Indonesia’s standing in terms of both exports and domestic consumption.

Challenges in Indonesia’s FTG Industry

While being one of Indonesia’s oldest industries, the country’s FTG producers have found it difficult to maintain a competitive edge. This section covers some of the challenges being faced by the sector in a context of intensified regional and global competition.

Overview of the Pharmaceutical Sector

The value of Indonesia’s pharmaceutical market remains low considering the size of the population providing plenty of scope for future growth. This section looks at the characteristics of the sector and trends among Indonesian consumers.

Opportunities in the Pharmaceutical Sector

Indonesia’s vast domestic market and positioning as the largest economy within the ASEAN make it an attractive option for pharmaceutical producers seeking to tap into the region. This section looks at some the main developments and regulations governing investment in the sector.

Automotive Industry: Driving Manufacturing

The automotive sector has become a major driver of the economy for both sales and manufacturing. Poised to become the largest car market in the ASEAN, car manufacturers have stepped up their capacity and may see Indonesia positioned as a regional and global hub.

Overview of the Food & Beverage Sector

The food and beverage sector is one of the fastest growing subsectors in Indonesia’s manufacturing industry due to increased consumer spending and changing lifestyles. This section looks at the interaction between local and multinational players as well as consumer habits.

Sector Snapshot

Contribution to GDP: 21% (2010, Non O&G)
Real Sector Growth: 4.6% (2009-2010)
Number Employed in the Sector: 14.4 million
Average Employee Salary: 1,173,500 RP/month
Main areas: Automotives, Electronics, Textiles, Footwear, Food & Beverage, Palm Oils, Metal Products, Chemicals
Main Export Markets: China, Japan, USA, India, Singapore, Malaysia, EU.