JAKARTA, Indonesia, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The collaboration between PT. SWAP Energi Indonesia and bp AKR Fuels Retail has committed to provide battery swapping stations (SWAPPoin) for 2 wheels, electric-vehicles across bp service stations. Starting with bp Metland Cybercity Greenlake, electrical motorcycle users are now able to enjoy the easy process of swapping batteries. This collaboration aims to be the solution for electrical motorcycle commuters, as well to support the growth of electrical vehicle ecosystem in Indonesia.
PT. SWAP Energi Indonesia and bp AKR Fuels Retail has committed to provide battery swapping stations (SWAPPoin) for 2 wheels’ electric vehicle across bp service stations.
By synergizing with bp AKR Fuels Retail, SWAP Energi Indonesia provides the optimal solution for electrical motorcycle commuters. bp AKR Fuels Retail share the same opinion, where this collaboration will push the growth of the two-wheeler’s Infrastruktur Kendaraan Bermotor Listrik Berbasis Baterai (KBLBB) in Indonesia.
By providing innovation within transportation, the public’s need for mobility can now be fulfilled through electrical motorcycles. This collaboration between SWAP Energi Indonesia and bp AKR Fuels Retail demonstrates their commitment to the social life of the community and environment in Indonesia.
Irwan Tjahaja, founder of PT SWAP Energi Indonesia, states that the presence of Swap Points in bp AKR will become an important access point to electrical motorcycle users as they will be able to swap their batteries within a timeframe of 9 seconds, becoming the solution to range anxiety.
“We warmly welcome the collaboration between us and SWAP Energi Indonesia as an effort to reduce carbon emissions as well to create an eco-friendly environment for the general public. Through this commitment, bp as one of the largest integrated energy companies in Indonesia support battery swapping system (via the SWAP Points) in bp service stations to present a brighter future for the people of Indonesia, as well to collectively achieve our ambitions towards net zero target.” Said Peter Molloy, bp AKR Fuels Retail President Director.
Currently SWAP Energi Indonesia is in close collaboration with SMOOT Motor Indonesia to showcase a “Smart” Electrical motorcycle which is fully integrated with SWAP’s Battery system and application, which is capable of features such as locating battery swapping stations.
Interestingly, SMOOT Electrical Motorcycle users are able to swap batteries in SWAP’s stations completely for free and they won’t have to worry about the batteries as they have a lifelong warranty.
Support Independent Community Journalism
Dear Reader,The Indian Sun exists for one reason: to tell stories that might otherwise go unheard.
We report on local councils, state politics, small businesses and cultural festivals. We focus on the Indian diaspora and the wider multicultural community with care, balance and accountability. We publish in print and online, send regular newsletters and produce video content. We also run media training programs to help community organisations share their own stories.
We operate independently.
Community journalism does not have the backing of large media corporations. Advertising revenue fluctuates. Platform algorithms change. Costs continue to rise. Yet the need for credible, grounded reporting in a multicultural Australia has never been greater.
When you support The Indian Sun, you support:
• Independent reporting on issues affecting migrant communities
• Coverage of local and state decisions that shape daily life
• A platform for small businesses and community groups
• Media training that builds skills within the community
• Journalism accountable to readers
We cannot cover everything, but we work to cover what matters.
If you value thoughtful reporting that reflects Australia’s diversity, we invite you to contribute. Every donation helps us maintain the quality and consistency of our work.
Please consider making a contribution today.
Thank you for your support.
The Indian Sun Team
