About HKI
Representing Indonesia's Industrial Estates Since 1988
by HKI members
The National Association for Industrial Estates
Established in 1988, HKI plays a vital role in coordinating, advocating, and supporting the development of industrial infrastructure across Indonesia.
We bring together public and private sector stakeholders to strengthen industrial competitiveness, improve regulatory coordination, and drive sustainable economic growth.
HKI aims to be a communication and information forum that delivers the aspirations of its members...
…while supporting the acceleration and strengthening of Indonesia’s industrial estate sector.
To become a strategic partner of the government and strengthen agile and resilient industrial estates in Indonesia.
HKI Through the Years
Foundation & Private Sector Opening
1988 (June 20): The Birth of HKI
Formal establishment of HKI at Sahid Jaya Hotel, Jakarta, initiated by Halim Shahab to coordinate sporadic industrial development.
1989: Privatization Milestone
Presidential Decree No. 53/1989 is issued, officially opening the industrial estate sector to private developers.
The 90s Expansion
HKI successfully proposed the Bonded Zone status and simplified building permits (IMB), setting the stage for Indonesia’s manufacturing boom.
Reform & Institutional Growth
Regulatory Adaptation
During the Reform era, HKI focused on Regional Autonomy, ensuring licensing remained streamlined across different provinces.
National Security
In 2004, Industrial Estates were officially designated as National Vital Objects, granting them specialized security and investment protection.
2009 Policy Victory
The issuance of PP No. 24/2009 mandated that all new industrial activities must be located within designated industrial estates, a major win for HKI members.
Legislative Strengthening & Expansion
Law No. 3 of 2014
HKI played a key role in the enactment of the Industry Law, which legally reinforced the requirement for factories to operate within industrial zones.
Special Economic Zones (SEZ)
HKI accelerated the development of SEZs and Technical Guidelines (PP No. 142/2015) to attract high-value foreign direct investment.
One-Stop Services
Early implementation of Integrated Services (PTSP) to reduce bureaucratic hurdles for investors.
Digital Transformation & Sustainability
Omnibus Law & OSS
HKI led the transition to the Online Single Submission (OSS) system under the Job Creation Law, simplifying environmental and business licensing.
2022–2024 Strategic Partnerships
Digitalization: Signed MoUs with Indosat and ICT providers to transform estates into “Smart Industrial Zones.“
Global Standards: Partnered with Sucofindo and TUV Nord for international certification and Bank DKI for integrated financial services.
Community & Networking
Established the HKI Golf Club (2022) to strengthen relationships between industry leaders and stakeholders.
Lead by a Dedicated Board of Directors and Advisory Council
