Ashok Leyland Indonesia Electric Bus MoU with PT Pindad

On February 4, 2026, Ashok Leyland signed a Memorandum of Understanding with PT Pindad, Indonesia’s state-owned defence and industrial equipment manufacturer, at Pindad’s headquarters in Bandung. The agreement marks a strategic move to expand Ashok Leyland Indonesia electric bus operations while entering collaborative defence manufacturing initiatives.

Ashok Leyland–PT Pindad collaboration scope

The MoU focuses on the joint development and manufacturing of electric buses and defence vehicles tailored to Indonesia’s mobility and national security requirements. This partnership combines Ashok Leyland’s commercial vehicle and EV expertise with PT Pindad’s established manufacturing and defence capabilities.

Electric bus development and localisation

Electric buses form a core pillar of the collaboration, supporting Indonesia’s transition toward energy-efficient public transport. The partnership aims to enable local manufacturing, technology sharing, and scalable production to accelerate electric bus adoption across urban and intercity transport networks.

Defence vehicle manufacturing focus

Alongside electric buses, the MoU includes cooperation on defence vehicles designed to meet domestic operational needs. Joint development is expected to enhance localisation, reduce dependency on imports, and strengthen Indonesia’s indigenous defence manufacturing ecosystem.

Alignment with Indonesia’s mobility and defence priorities

The agreement is aligned with Indonesia’s broader push for energy-efficient mobility, increased EV adoption, and locally produced defence platforms. By addressing both civilian and defence segments, the collaboration positions Ashok Leyland as a long-term partner in Indonesia’s industrial and strategic development. The MoU reflects a shared intent to combine technological capabilities, manufacturing strengths, and local expertise to deliver solutions that support sustainable transport and national security objectives in Indonesia without compromising performance or reliability.