Karawang – The Faculty of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (FTMD) at ITB has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with PT HLI Green Power to strengthen collaboration in Education, Research, and Development of Science and Technology for Electric Vehicle Batteries. This MoA was signed by the Dean of FTMD, Prof. Dr. Ir. Tatacipta Dirgantara, and Hong Woo Pyoung, President Director of PT HLI Green Power, in Karawang, West Java.

PT HLI Green Power, a joint venture between LG Energy and Hyundai Motor, is an electric vehicle battery manufacturer operating in Indonesia. The signing of this MoA marks a strategic step in strengthening the relationship between academia and industry, particularly in the development of environmentally friendly technology.

As part of the commitment to developing battery science and technology, PT HLI Green Power, together with FTMD ITB, will organize an educational program in the form of internship opportunities for FTMD ITB students. This program aims to enhance students’ skills in the field of green energy, preparing them to become future leaders in the sustainable industry.

The FTMD ITB delegation, led by Prof. Dr. Ir. Tatacipta Dirgantara, also visited the PT HLI Green Power facility in Karawang. During this visit, FTMD academics had the opportunity to observe firsthand the production process and innovations conducted by PT HLI Green Power. This tour not only enriched their knowledge but also opened up opportunities for further collaboration.

FTMD ITB believes that this collaboration will bring significant benefits to both parties. Students will also gain valuable experience that will prepare them to make significant contributions to the rapidly growing green energy industry.

Through this partnership, FTMD ITB reaffirms its position as an educational institution committed to developing science and technology that positively impacts society and the environment. This collaboration is expected to serve as a model for other institutions in developing strategic partnerships with industry to achieve common goals in technological innovation and sustainability.