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2015 Indonesia International Tire, Rubber and Auto & Motorcycle Parts Exhibition Team Leader's Notes

03-19

After some preliminary preparations, the Indonesia exhibition group finally set off. We gathered at Accor Grand Mercure Qingdao, where a unified dinner was arranged, marking our official meeting. For flights, we specifically arranged a Qingdao to Jakarta flight with a layover in Hong Kong, which both accommodated the group members from Qingdao and allowed for a rest during the transit in Hong Kong.

After a short rest in Hong Kong, we flew south, arriving in Jakarta in just over 2 hours. The humid heat immediately enveloped us. Seeing the locals in shorts and flip-flops, and us in down jackets, long pants, and long coats, then smelling the mixed aroma of curry, coconut milk, and coffee in the air—this feeling was very welcoming and worth experiencing. I had heard about the irregular practices of Indonesian customs before and was prepared to be fleeced, but we passed through smoothly and surprisingly quickly, which astonished me, having experienced the notorious Russian customs. After clearing customs, it started raining outside. We shed our heavy gear and fully embraced Indonesia's warmth. Our tour guide was an elderly Chinese-Indonesian, very diligent and sincere, which somewhat put my mind at ease after the initial surprise. We took a bus to a Chinese restaurant, enjoying Jakarta's night view along the way.

Hotel

We stayed at NOVOTEL GAJAH MADA, in a Chinese concentrated area. Right outside were supermarkets and Chinatown, with many fruit stalls around, and next to it was an auto parts and tire street. The hotel is International standard 4-star , with a free gym and swimming pool on the seventh floor, and a buffet restaurant on the sixth floor. The hotel rooms are spacious and bright, fully equipped, and many Chinese guests stay here. The hotel staff are well-mannered and polite. Highly recommended.

Dining

The meals we had in Indonesia were the best group meals I've ever had, even better than those I've had in China.

We had a meal arranged with ten dishes, one soup, one noodle, and one fruit. It was rich, nutritious, and substantial, absolutely authentic. Please see the pictures:

Chinese food

Local specialty dishes:

Even the boxed meals were delicious (the salted duck egg tasted excellent):

Itinerary

This year's itinerary included arriving two days early. On the first day, we fully experienced Jakarta's local attractions and customs, including the nationally representative Miniature Park of Indonesia, Merdeka Square, the National Monument, Islam, as well as the unique Chinatown and bustling markets. We also found many cheap and delicious fruits.

In Indonesia, motorcycles are definitely an exciting and impressive sight. Whether in big cities like Jakarta, Bandung, or Yogyakarta, or in ordinary small and medium-sized towns, and whether on main streets and alleys or national highways, motorcycles swarm, darting and weaving. The roar of their engines is deafening, and passing cars by a hair's breadth is thrilling. Whenever a red light appears, your car is immediately tightly enveloped by quickly arriving motorcycles, leaving no room. Engines rumble, heat waves roll. Drivers squeeze through gaps, eyes fixed on traffic lights, hands constantly adjusting the throttle. Each one is full of vigor, eager to move. It's a scene that makes others envious, as if they are trying to compete with the heavens.

Motorcycles are cheaper than cars and are favored by Indonesians with relatively lower per capita income. The daily lives of Indonesians have become integrated with motorcycles; motorcycles are a part of life, and they cherish them greatly. It's no exaggeration to say that among the countless motorcycles in Indonesia, countless are spotlessly clean, shiny, and dust-free, cared for as if they were their own feet. Furthermore, Indonesian law protects vulnerable groups. Indonesian traffic law stipulates that in any collision between a car and a motorcycle, the car is always deemed responsible. In collisions between motorized vehicles and pedestrians, the motorized vehicle is always responsible. This leads to motorized vehicles actively stopping to let pedestrians pass first, and not competing for the right of way with pedestrians.

So on the second day, we visited Jakarta's two largest auto and motorcycle parts and tire streets, learning a lot about the market conditions and important information there. It must be said that Indonesia is indeed a vast market, especially for motorcycle parts. Indonesia is like a paradise for motorcycles; the omnipresent motorcycle army leaves a deep impression. Everyone knows that Indonesia is the most populous country in Southeast Asia, and also the fourth most populous country in the world, with over 253.6 million people. Motorcycles have always been the primary mode of transportation for Indonesians, with annual sales reaching 7 million units. Motorcycle sales and market ownership rank first in ASEAN and third globally. Over the past 10 years, the total domestic motorcycle sales in Indonesia have neared 150 million units, with an industry annual output value of nearly 60 billion US dollars. Considering Indonesia's large population base and the affordability of motorcycles, the future Indonesian motorcycle market size is expected to exceed 10 million units. For both men and women, one person, one motorcycle is the standard for Indonesians. Please see the pictures:

Tire dealerships:

The omnipresent motorcycle army:

Seeing such a scene firsthand will definitely stimulate companies producing motorcycle-related products. Products exported to Indonesia require SNI certification, or one can look for an agent. Such a large market is waiting to be developed.

Exhibition site

As one of the largest exhibitions in Southeast Asia, the exhibition results cannot be said to be 100% good; it also depends on the products. Some booths had great success, even booking next year's booth on the spot, while for others, the product might not have been a perfect match. However, there were still many customers and agents visiting, each with their own objectives.

A country of faith

85% of Indonesians practice Islam, making it the country with the largest Muslim population. Before going, I heard many taboos and about anti-Chinese sentiment. However, upon arrival, I found that although dilapidated shantytowns and street vendors were everywhere, and despite the language barrier, the sincere smiles of the locals made one feel at ease. Hotel staff, drivers, tour guides, roadside vendors, and others would all nod and smile at you. Moreover, the ubiquitous ethnic Chinese also made one feel very welcome. This is a country full of the flavors of life.

Cuisine that loves curry, chili, garlic, and various spices; abundant in various coffees and fruits; hot weather and rainy climate; friendly Indonesians and enthusiastic group members; a vast market and unique local customs. The first trip to Indonesia went very smoothly.