The Indonesian Express
PLN Icon Plus is hosting Indonesia's largest futuristic exhibition, ICONNEXT, as part of the Electricity Connect 2024 event. This will take place from November 20 to 22, 2024, at the Jakarta Convention Center. The exhibition was officially opened by PLN Icon Plus CEO Ari Rahmat Indra Cahyadi and PLN CEO Darmawan Prasodjo, under the theme "Transform Your Future, Now," encouraging the public to innovate for a sustainable future. The opening was also attended by Deputy Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Yuliot Tanjung and Deputy Chief of Police Commissioner General Ahmad Dofiri. ICONNEXT features six thematic areas: The Future Electricity System, The Future Home, The Future Office, The Future Vehicle, The Future Energy Transition, and The Future Lifestyle. Each zone showcases innovative solutions to support the green energy transition and digital transformation in various life aspects. At ICONNEXT, PLN Icon Plus presents innovations in Smart Electricity and Smart Telco. Solutions like PLN Mobile, EV Digital Services, and the SCADA platform highlight PLN Icon Plus's role in digital transformation, while fiber optic connectivity services reflect its commitment to advancing digitalization across Indonesia. PLN Icon Plus also introduces Smart Home and Smart Office solutions that enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. With technologies like AI Virtual Assistant and Carbon & Energy Management, PLN Icon Plus aims to create a modern and eco-friendly digital experience. Ari Rahmat Indra Cahyadi, CEO of PLN Icon Plus, stated, "Being part of Electricity Connect 2024 is a great honor for PLN Icon Plus. ICONNEXT not only showcases technological innovations but also serves as a platform for us to demonstrate how digital solutions can support sustainable energy transitions, promote efficiency, and create an environmentally friendly ecosystem." As part of the transition to environmentally friendly energy, PLN Icon Plus has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PT Indomobil Sukses Internasional Tbk to collaborate on developing an electric vehicle ecosystem. The MoU was signed by PLN Icon Plus CEO Ari Rahmat Indra Cahyadi and Indomobil Group CEO Jusak Kertowidjojo. This collaboration focuses on a joint study for developing the electric vehicle ecosystem, including technology integration and relevant data exchange, as well as enhancing the human resource capacity of both companies through training related to electric vehicle technology. This partnership highlights PLN Icon Plus's commitment to creating an efficient and sustainable electric vehicle ecosystem. "As a Subholding Beyond kWh of PLN, PLN Icon Plus plays a strategic role in supporting the development of electric vehicle support systems. This collaboration is an important moment for us to expand our contribution to energy transformation while supporting electric vehicle technology innovation in Indonesia," said PLN Icon Plus CEO Ari Rahmat Indra Cahyadi. Through ICONNEXT, part of Electricity Connect 2024, PLN Icon Plus hopes to take the first step towards energy and digital transformation that benefits the community. Over three days, ICONNEXT will serve as a platform for exploration, discussion, and strategic collaboration. ICONNEXT is not just a technology exhibition; it is also a space to accelerate energy transformation and digitalization. ICONNEXT fosters cross-sector collaboration, speeds up digital transformation, and creates a real impact towards a greener, smarter, and more sustainable Indonesia.