TEAM EUROPE EVENT | SITE VISIT TO BATAM SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE
*Exclusive for EuroCham Members and National Business Group (NBG) Members
– SOLD OUT –
Synopsis
The Batam Special Economic Zone and wider Batam industrial ecosystem are increasingly positioned as a strategic platform for companies looking to expand manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain operations in Southeast Asia. Located just under 1 hour from Singapore by Ferry, Batam offers a unique advantage for businesses seeking proximity to Singapore’s global business, financial, and innovation hub, while tapping into Indonesia’s growing industrial capacity, competitive operating environment, and access to a broader domestic and regional market.
This full-day site visit will move beyond high-level narratives to focus on execution by looking at how businesses are structuring cross-border operations between Singapore and Batam, managing investment and production decisions, and navigating regulatory, talent, infrastructure, and logistics considerations on the ground. The day will include a panel discussion which will set the stage for the afternoon site visits to leading facilities in Batam, offering participants a firsthand look at how global companies are leveraging the Singapore–Batam corridor to strengthen their manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain capabilities across the region.
What attendees can expect:
- A panel discussion with key stakeholders across the Singapore–Batam ecosystem
- Afternoon site visits to leading manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain facilities in Batam
- Practical insights on structuring cross-border operations and navigating regulatory, talent, and infrastructure considerations on the ground
- Ferry tickets to and from Batam, transport in Batam, meals, and all site visits are included in the participation fee.
Please note:
- A visa is required to enter Indonesia unless you have an APEC card. Click the following link to obtain your visa: https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/
Participants are responsible for ensuring they have the necessary travel documents and visas to enter Indonesia. EuroCham is not responsible for visa arrangements or immigration requirements.
Programme
Singapore Time
07:20am Meet at Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal
08:00am Ferry to Batam
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Batam Time
08:00 am Arrival at Nongsa Point Marina Resort
08:05 am Breakfast and networking
08:35 am Opening Remarks by Mr Jens Rübbert, President, EuroCham Singapore
08:40 am Keynote Presentation by Ms Irma Rachmiyati, Director, Indonesia Investment Promotion Centre (IIPC)
08:50 am Keynote Presentation by Mr Marco Bardelli, Chief Business Officer, Nongsa Digital Park
09:00 am Panel Discussion: Strategic Discussion on Batam as an Investment and Industrial Hub moderated by Mr Matthias Eglin, Managing Partner, Silberstein & Partners
- Mr Devivto Lim, Priority Banking Head, Bank Central Asia (BCA)
- Mr Dendi Gustinandar, Director of Investment Promotion and Facilitation, Badan Pengusahaan (BP) Batam
- Mr Kodrat Sutarhadiyanto, Plant General Manager, Schneider Electric Manufacturing Batam
09:30 am Q&A
09:40 am Closing Remarks by Mr Matthias Eglin, Managing Partner, Silberstein & Partners
09:45 am Depart from Nongsa Point Marina Resort
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10:30 am Visit to Philips@Panbil Industrial Park
11:30 am Lunch hosted at Wyndham Panbil Batam
12:10 pm Keynote Presentation by Ms Liz Yeo, Manager, Southeast Asia and Oceania, Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB)
12:20 pm Keynote Presentation by Mr Glen Siah, Deputy Head Commercial Development, Sembcorp Development Ltd
12:30 pm Keynote Presentation by Mr Wilson Sophian, Consulting Manager, Incorp Indonesia
12:40 pm Q&A
12:50 pm Drive through Tembesi Innovation District
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01:30 pm Visit to Schneider Electric@Batamindo Industrial Park
02:30pm Depart Schneider Electric@Batamindo Industrial Park
03:00 pm Visit to Infineon@Batamindo Industrial Park
04:00 pm Depart Infineon@Batamindo Industrial Park
05:00 pm Batam Centre
05:40 pm Ferry back to Singapore
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Singapore Time
07:40 pm Arrival back in Singapore (Harbourfront Ferry Terminal)
Speakers
Mr Devivto Lim
Priority Banking Section Head
PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA) – Batam Branch
Devivto Lim is the Priority Banking Section Head at PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA), Batam Branch, bringing over 15 years of progressive experience in retail banking, relationship management, and wealth management. A proven leader in driving business growth, he specializes in managing high-net-worth customer portfolios and delivering comprehensive financial solutions across investments, bancassurance, and lending. Devivto holds a Master of Management in Business Strategy from BINUS Business School and a Bachelor of Financial Management from Universitas Internasional Batam.
Mr Glen Siah
Deputy Head Commercial Department
Sembcorp Development
Glen Siah is an experienced business development and marketing leader in real estate and industrial park management. Currently serving at Sembcorp Industries as Deputy Head of Commercial and Marketing Director for the Tembesi Innovation District, Glen drives foreign direct investment (FDI) across Southeast Asia and Greater China. His background includes key roles at Gallant Venture, Ascendas-Singbridge, and Far East Organization, where he specialized in investor relations, leasing strategies, and strategic marketing. Glen holds a BA in Mass Communication from Oklahoma City University and excels at connecting international investors with green, future-ready developments.
Ms Irma Rachmiyati
Director
Indonesia Investment Promotion Centre, Singapore
Irma Rachmi is a result-oriented executive with over a decade of leadership in investment analysis, fiscal incentives, and economic development within the Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry of the Republic of Indonesia. Currently serving as the Director of the Indonesia Investment Promotion Centre (IIPC) Singapore, she manages strategic investment efforts across Southeast Asia to foster regional cooperation and drive foreign direct investment into Indonesia. Her career spans key regulatory and policy roles across infrastructure planning, manufacturing, and secondary sector investment incentives.
Mr Kodrat Sutarhadiyanto
Plant General Manager
Schneider Electric Manufacturing Batam
Kodrat SUTARHADIYANTO is the Plant General Manager of Schneider Electric Manufacturing Batam (SEMB), one of Schneider Electric’s flagship manufacturing facilities and a recognized World Economic Forum Global Lighthouse for Industry 4.0. With more than 20 years of experience in manufacturing operations, quality management, and continuous improvement, he has established a strong track record in driving operational excellence, digital transformation, and sustainable manufacturing. Kodrat joined Schneider Electric in 2006 and has held several key leadership positions across quality, customer satisfaction, and plant operations. Prior to his current role, he served as Customer Satisfaction & Quality Senior Manager, leading quality excellence initiatives across the Batam manufacturing organization and driving continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies. He also gained extensive general management experience as Plant Manager of the Electronics Plant at Schneider Electric Manufacturing Batam (SEMB), where he ledend-to-end manufacturing operations and business performance. Throughout his career, he has played an instrumental role in strengthening operational performance, customer satisfaction, and manufacturing competitiveness.
As Batam Cluster Plant General Manager, Kodrat leads a workforce of approximately 1,460 employees supporting global production of Variable Speed Drives, HMI, PLC, Contactors, Relays & Timers, and DCS/Triconex systems. He is responsible for advancing the site’s strategic priorities in safety, quality, productivity, digitalization, and sustainability while ensuring SEMB continues to serve as a benchmark smart factory within Schneider Electric’s global supply chain network. A strong advocate of innovation and people development, Kodrat is passionate about fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and operational excellence. As an AI enthusiast, he actively encourages teams to leverage artificial intelligence and digital technologies to simplify work, enhance productivity, improve decision-making, and accelerate business performance. Through this people-centric and forward-looking leadership approach, he continues to champion Schneider Electric’s mission of empowering all to make the most of energy and resources while driving sustainable industrial transformation.
Ms Liz Yeo
Manager, Southeast Asia and Oceania
Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB)
Liz Yeo is part of the Southeast Asia and Oceania (SEAO) Division at the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB). SEAO plays a critical role in strengthening linkages between Singapore and the immediate region, and expanding Singapore’s economic hinterland. Liz works closely with government stakeholders and Singapore-based companies to help them set up ‘twinned’ operations across Singapore, Johor and the Riau Islands (Batam, Bintan and Karimun). This positions Singapore as the choice location for companies to site their regional control tower, research and innovation, and advanced manufacturing operations, as they expand in the region.
Mr Marco Bardelli
Chief Business Officer (CBO)
Nongsa Digital Park(NDP)
Marco has been living and working in Asia for 25 years and has been always passionate about new tech and what is now known as the “Digital Economy”. Equipped with a robust Financial Industry background, an MBA from the University of Chicago, and a deep working experience in Business Development and Government Relations he joined Citramas Group in 2014 and only after a few months later started to work together with Mike Wiluan on the vision for what is today Nongsa Digital Park. When he is not busy with “Digital”, he can be found cooking in the kitchen, riding a motorbike, on a golf course looking for another lost ball, jogging, and skiing (the latter unfortunately not possible in Nongsa Digital Park).
Mr Wilson Sophian
Consulting Manager
InCorp Indonesia
Wilson Sophian is a Consulting Manager at InCorp Indonesia with over 17 years of experience in the banking industry, specializing in SME lending. He brings strong expertise in financial analysis, credit evaluation, and risk management, supported by extensive experience in advising businesses on practical financial and operational matters. At InCorp Indonesia, Wilson advises local and multinational clients, particularly foreign investment companies (PMA), on company incorporation, regulatory compliance, and business operations in Indonesia. His background in banking and risk management enables him to support clients with a structured, analytical, and compliance-focused approach.
Moderator
Mr Matthias Eglin
Managing Partner
Silberstein + Partners
Matthias Eglin is Managing Partner at Silberstein + Partners Singapore, where he helps European SMEs successfully establish and grow their business in Southeast Asia through tailored go-to-market strategies and long-term partnerships. Prior to joining Silberstein + Partners, he built an international career spanning more than 20 years in the FMCG industry, holding senior leadership roles in sales, marketing, business development and key account management. Throughout his career, he has consistently driven commercial growth, forged strategic partnerships, and led high-performing international teams, with a strong focus on supporting the success of SMEs.
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