Project will power further industrial and digital growth at Indonesia’s key economic hub on Batam Island

Black & Veatch, a global leader in human critical infrastructure, has been selected by the engineering, procurement and construction company, PT PP (Persero) Tbk, to provide detailed engineering design services for a new 120-megawatt (MW) Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCPP) on Batam Island, Indonesia. The project owner is PLN Batam, a subsidiary of Indonesia’s state electricity company, PLN and follows Black & Veatch’s previous engineering work for major utility companies in Indonesia since the 1970s.

Located in one of Indonesia’s most strategically important industrial and logistics hubs with an official Free Trade Zone on the island, PLTGU Batam Bintan 1 on Batam Island will enhance energy security and support one of the world’s fastest growing economies.

PLN Batam Comments

This appointment further reinforces Black & Veatch’s position as a trusted engineering partner for gas-fired generation projects in Asia-Pacific. CCPPs continue to play a critical role in supporting Indonesia’s evolving energy mix and energy transition goals. The project reflects a collaborative relationship built on technical expertise and confidence in Black & Veatch’s delivery capabilities.

“As one of the world’s fastest growing and dynamic economies, in the backdrop of heightened energy security requirements, Indonesia needs more reliable and resilient infrastructure to power its growth and prosperity,” commented Jerin Raj, Senior Vice President and Head of Asia-Pacific and India, Black & Veatch. “Our selection the PLTGU Batam Bintan 1 project on Batam Island reflects the confidence clients place in Black & Veatch’s engineering expertise and our decades-long track record of delivering complex energy projects across Indonesia and the wider Asia-Pacific region.”

Reflecting a shared commitment with Black & Veatch to strengthen the reliability of Batam’s electricity system and supporting its growing energy demand, PLN Batam continues to accelerate the development of the 120 MW PLTGU Batam Bintan 1. This strategic project is expected to become a key pillar supporting the continued growth of Batam’s industrial and investment sectors, as well as its expanding digital and data centre ecosystem.

“PLN Batam welcomes Black & Veatch’s involvement in supporting the engineering work for the 120 MW PLTGU Batam Bintan 1. The involvement of a partner with global experience and expertise in power generation is an important part of ensuring that the project is developed in accordance with high technical, quality, safety and reliability standards,” said Rudi Antono, Corporate Secretary of PT PLN Batam.

“PLTGU Batam Bintan 1 is one of PLN Batam’s strategic projects aimed at strengthening the electricity system amid Batam’s growing energy demand. The continued growth of the industrial and investment sectors, as well as the digital and data centre ecosystem, requires increasingly reliable, efficient and sustainable electricity infrastructure. We therefore hope that all parties involved in this project can work together effectively and deliver tangible benefits in strengthening Batam’s competitiveness and supporting its economic growth,” Rudi concluded.

Black & Veatch's Scope

Black & Veatch will provide detailed engineering design services for the project, including engineering management, design development and the preparation of technical documentation required to support project execution. The company's scope also includes detailed mechanical, electrical and instrumentation along with the development of design criteria, equipment sizing, technical specifications, drawings and related engineering deliverables required for construction.

Further, detailed engineering services will include the preparation of piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), system descriptions, electrical distribution philosophy, control logic diagrams, equipment sizing calculations, stress analyses and technical specifications, providing the technical foundation needed to advance project execution.

Powering Batam Island

Batam Island is a critical gateway for Indonesia's industrial and digital growth, combining its strategic location near Singapore with a business-friendly investment environment that continues to attract manufacturing, logistics and digital technology industries. Home to several economic zones and a growing ecosystem of digital infrastructure, the region requires reliable and resilient energy sources to support expanding industrial and technology operations. The PLTGU Batam Bintan 1 will provide the secure generation capacity needed to strengthen energy security and enable long-term investment in one of Indonesia's most important economic corridors.

Enlit Asia 2026

The announcement follows Enlit Asia 2026 in Jakarta, where energy industry leaders discuss critical regional priorities including energy security, power system resilience, clean and thermal generation, grid modernisation and investment in bankable infrastructure projects. Black & Veatch’s global and APAC leadership teams were will be on the ground and participated in discussions throughout the event.

More Than Five Decades Designing and Building Indonesia’s Energy Infrastructure

Black & Veatch has been supporting Indonesia’s infrastructure development since 1972, when the company began working with the country’s electricity sector through engineering, procurement support, construction management and workforce training initiatives. Over more than five decades of continuous project delivery, Black & Veatch has contributed engineering, construction and field study services to Indonesian energy projects representing an estimated 20 gigawatts (GW) of power generation capacity.

Today, the company employs professionals across Indonesia and continues to support the country’s development through power generation, transmission, renewable energy, water and infrastructure advisory projects.

About Black & Veatch

Black & Veatch is a 100-percent employee-owned global engineering, procurement, consulting and construction company with a more than 100-year track record of innovation in sustainable infrastructure. Since 1915, we have helped our clients improve the lives of people around the world by addressing the resilience and reliability of our most important infrastructure and energy assets.

Black & Veatch has operated in Asia Pacific since the 1960s, delivering innovative, reliable, and resilient projects across the region. Today, Black & Veatch employs approximately 1,500 professionals in the region, spread across offices in The Philippines, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. The company is focused on delivering the region’s next generation of human critical infrastructure.

About PLN Batam

PT PLN Batam as the holder of a Public Electricity Business License (PIUKU) with operating areas covering Batam, Rempang, Galang, and other areas in Indonesia, will continue to be committed to providing the best service to its customers by consistently supplying reliable electricity supported by a professional workforce.

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