Cikarang, 23 February 2026 – The transition toward a low-carbon logistics ecosystem has entered a new phase. KALISTA, a provider of integrated commercial electric vehicle (EV) ecosystems, together with Nusatama and Toyota Tsusho Indonesia, has formed a strategic collaboration to initiate a trial of heavy-duty electric container trucks to support Toyota Tsusho Indonesia’s logistics operations. The electric vehicle will be operated by Ray Cargo, one of Toyota Tsusho Indonesia’s appointed forwarding partners.
The trial will run for approximately three weeks starting on 23 February 2026. In addition to assessing technical performance, the initiative aims to validate the operational readiness of an electric logistics model along the route from Tanjung Priok Port to the Toyota Tsusho Logistic Center in Cikarang, while supporting export-import distribution activities across various payload capacities. Throughout the trial period, KALISTA and Toyota Tsusho Indonesia will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the electric container truck’s performance, with a focus on energy efficiency and its contribution to decarbonization efforts.
“The trial represents a tangible step forward with KALISTA in demonstrating that electric container trucks can be effectively implemented in daily logistics operations. The initiative also encourages innovation and cross-sector collaboration within the logistics industry to support a more sustainable future, particularly in reducing Scope 3 emissions,” said Aldriani Meliala, Director of Toyota Tsusho Indonesia.
The electric vehicle deployed in the trial is a Beiben V3 Tractor Head 6×4, equipped with a 423 kWh battery, offering a driving range of up to 200 kilometers at 80 percent battery utilization and a payload capacity of up to 100 tons. The vehicle is part of a collaboration with Nusatama, which serves as a distributor of specialized vehicles for heavy industrial applications. During the trial, the electric container truck will undergo a single intermediate charging session using Nusatama’s 320 kWh DC fast-charging facility located at Narogong depot.
“Through our collaboration with KALISTA, Nusatama reaffirms its commitment to supporting the acceleration of commercial electric vehicle adoption in Indonesia. This commitment is realized through the development of a comprehensive EV ecosystem, supported by reliable vehicle specifications and proven operational readiness,” said Bambang Susilo, President Director of Nusatama.
Albert Aulia Ilyas, President Director of KALISTA, added that the collaboration marks a strategic step in accelerating the adoption of electric container trucks within Indonesia’s logistics sector. The trial program also serves as an initial platform for KALISTA to grow alongside national logistics players by providing end-to-end solutions that enable customers to conduct comprehensive evaluations of electric vehicle implementation under real-world operational conditions.
This strategic collaboration underscores the shared commitment of KALISTA, Nusatama, and Toyota Tsusho Indonesia to accelerate the adoption of commercial electric vehicles in Indonesia while supporting the national Net Zero Emission 2060 target. By delivering efficient and integrated green logistics solutions, the initiative goes beyond vehicle testing and lays the groundwork for a low-carbon logistics model that can be replicated nationwide as part of Indonesia’s broader logistics industry transformation.
