News - "Print on Demand": West Java's fashion industry defense against global pressures.

"Print on Demand": West Java's fashion industry defense against global pressures.

Sep, 03 2026

BANDUNG (ANTARA) – A surge in fast-fashion trends driven by print-on-demand services has kept West Java's apparel and textile industry in positive territory, shielding it from global geopolitical tensions and currency fluctuations.

The widespread popularity of local sporting events such as marathons and community gatherings requiring customized jerseys has created a high-purchasing-power market segment that offsets the broader slowdown in conventional textile manufacturing.

Speaking at the Indonesia Apparel Production Expo (IAPE) 2026 in Bandung on Wednesday, Director of Moremedia Indonesia Bryan W. Arsaha noted that while macro-level economic challenges persist, demand for small-to-medium-scale digital textile printing has grown by 3 to 4 percent.

“At the small-to-medium scale, demand is heavily driven by print-on-demand and custom printing services, which are currently booming. Every running event demands new custom jerseys, and automotive communities want their own gear. The demand is exceptionally high,” Bryan explained.

He added that this trend is supported by advances in direct-to-garment (DTG) printing technologies, which utilize eco-solvent inks and fabric upcycling to address sustainability concerns.

To address production costs and market competition from neighboring countries such as Vietnam and Bangladesh, the three-day IAPE 2026 exhibition (held September 2–5, 2026, at the Bandung Convention Centre) showcases 20 companies and 50 machinery brands. By hosting the national-scale event directly in Bandung, local distro owners, fashion brands, and MSMEs can procure machinery and raw materials directly without traveling to Jakarta.

Founder of IAPE Aulia Sunhandhyka highlighted that the event also collaborates with vocational education institutions in West Java, including vocational high schools (SMK Tata Busana), ISBI, and the Islamic Fashion Institute (IFI) Bandung, to align academic curricula with industrial demands and enhance regional human resource competencies.

Chairperson of the Indonesian Graphic Practitioners Community (Kopi Grafika), Usman Batubara, noted that printing serves as a critical backbone for adding value to creative products ranging from apparel to export packaging. He urged the government to establish local printing and garment decoration units at the sub-district level to fulfill regional uniform and academic apparel needs, thereby creating new economic growth nodes across rural West Java.

IAPE 2026 features live demonstrations, business matching, and 10 "Apparel Talk" talk show sessions with 15 expert speakers, aiming to connect distro owners, fashion designers, online apparel stores, academics, and government officials.

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West Java Partners with Selangor to Boost Investment and Strategic Industries

The West Java Provincial Government is strengthening its economic ties with the Government of the State of Selangor, Malaysia, through a trade and investment conference to be held at Pullman Bandung Hotel on July 9–10, 2026. Head of the West Java Investment and One-Stop Integrated Services Agency (DPMPTSP), Dedi Taufik, said the forum would serve as a gateway to establishing a long-term economic partnership between two regions that are both recognized as major industrial hubs in their respective countries. The conference will open on the first day with remarks from West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi and Bandung Mayor Muhammad Farhan. The program will continue with presentations from both delegations. The West Java Provincial Government will outline its infrastructure development plans, while the Selangor Government will present the latest developments in its industrial sector. The forum will also feature a panel discussion exploring opportunities for collaboration in supply chains, business development, and financial services between Indonesia and Malaysia. The second day of the conference will focus on direct investment exploration. The Selangor delegation is scheduled to visit several industrial estates across West Java to assess potential partnerships in the aerospace, railway, creative industry, energy, property, and technology sectors. "This conference aims to promote industrial investment while fostering a long-term partnership between two major economic powerhouses—Selangor and West Java," Dedi said on Sunday, July 5, 2026. The meeting will also facilitate institutional partnerships between organizations from both countries. Several memoranda of collaboration are expected to be established, including partnerships between Universiti Selangor and the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB), Tourism Selangor and Batik Air, Tourism Selangor and the Association of the Indonesian Tours and Travel Agencies (ASITA), as well as Wanita Berdaya Selangor and Indonesia's National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas). According to Dedi, the initiative also involves the West Java Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin West Java) and Invest Selangor Berhad, the investment promotion agency owned by the Selangor Government. Throughout the conference, approximately 30 exhibitors from Selangor's healthcare and education sectors will showcase their services and explore potential partnerships. Participating institutions include Ampang Putri Specialist Hospital, MSU Medical Centre, Kajang Plaza Medical Centre, Universiti Selangor, Universiti Tenaga Nasional, and Universiti Islam Selangor. The Bandung conference marks the beginning rather than the conclusion of the partnership initiative. Both the West Java and Selangor governments plan to continue discussions at the Selangor International Business Summit (SIBS) 2026, which is scheduled to take place at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre from October 14–17, 2026. [SOURCE]

Jul, 08 2026

West Java Investment Policy 2026: Shifting from Quantity Targets to Quality and Equitable Benefits

The West Java Provincial Government has emphasized a new direction for its investment policy that focuses not only on the value of investment but also on quality, sustainability, and the equitable distribution of benefits across regions. This commitment was highlighted during the West Java Investment Forum 2026 organized by the West Java Investment and One-Stop Integrated Services Office (DPMPTSP), held at the DPMPTSP West Java Office Hall on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. According to data from Indonesia’s Ministry of Investment/BKPM, West Java’s investment realization from January to December 2025 reached Rp296.8 trillion, exceeding the annual target of Rp271 trillion or 109.9 percent of the target. This achievement places West Java as the province with the highest investment realization nationally for five consecutive years, while also generating employment for 454,046 workers across 27 regencies and cities. Head of the West Java DPMPTSP, Dedi Taufik, stated that this achievement should serve as a foundation to transform investment policy toward greater impact. “Going forward, investment in West Java should not only be pursued in terms of numbers. What matters more is its quality—how investment creates jobs, protects the environment, promotes regional equity, and generates added value for the community,” he said on Thursday, January 22, 2026. From a structural perspective, investment in West Java in 2025 was relatively balanced between Domestic Investment (PMDN) and Foreign Direct Investment (PMA). Domestic investment reached Rp149.8 trillion or 50.5 percent, while foreign investment amounted to Rp146.9 trillion or 49.5 percent. This condition reflects a healthy investment climate where domestic and foreign roles complement each other. The manufacturing sector remained the largest contributor with an investment value of Rp158 trillion, followed by the real estate sector at Rp33.2 trillion and the information and communication sector at Rp30.3 trillion. However, geographically, investment is still concentrated in certain areas. The five regencies with the highest investment realization in 2025 were Bekasi Regency with Rp81.8 trillion, Karawang Regency with Rp70.7 trillion, Bogor Regency with Rp32.4 trillion, Subang Regency with Rp18.2 trillion, and Purwakarta Regency with Rp12.4 trillion. This concentration indicates that around 70 percent of West Java’s investment remains centered in specific regions. According to Dedi, this situation represents both a challenge and an opportunity to promote more balanced investment based on regional potential. “Through this forum, we aim to encourage investment based on regional potential. Each region in West Java has its own advantages, and these must be translated into concrete investment projects ready to be offered,” he explained. Strategic Issues Discussions during the West Java Investment Forum 2026 highlighted several strategic issues, including spatial planning certainty and environmental protection, readiness of basic infrastructure, acceleration of business licensing, and improvements in human resource quality as well as the absorption of local labor. The provincial government also encourages the use of digital technology in licensing services and employment management. [Source]

Mar, 10 2026

VinFast Builds Rp. 3.23 T Factory in Subang, Moeldoko Says This

Vietnamese electric car manufacturer VinFast Auto officially started construction of its first electric vehicle assembly plant in Indonesia, marked by the laying of the first stone in Subang, West Java, Monday (15/7/2024), directly by the Chief of Presidential Staff, Moeldoko. VinFast assesses that RI is one of the most promising electric vehicle markets in Southeast Asia. The factory, which is located in a developing industrial area in Subang, was built with an initial investment of around US$ 200 million or IDR 3.23 trillion (exchange rate IDR 16,160). This factory will operate with an annual production capacity of 50,000 vehicle units and includes several main production areas such as the Body Shop, General Assembly Shop, Paint Shop and testing area, etc. VinFast schedules this factory to start operating in Q4 2025 and will produce right-hand drive versions of e-SUV models, including the VF 3, VF 5, VF 6 and VF 7 series for the Indonesian market. This project is expected to create thousands of local jobs, increase the number of skilled workers, and make a significant contribution to the economic and social development of local communities. Presidential Chief of Staff Moeldoko assesses that this project is also ready to have a big impact in encouraging environmentally friendly transportation in Indonesia. "The presence of VinFast will not only have a positive impact on the regional economy, but will also open up new job opportunities and improve the welfare of the surrounding community," he said. "The Indonesian government strongly encourages foreign investment into our country, especially in the automotive industry sector. We believe that the presence of VinFast will bring technological innovation and knowledge transfer that is much needed to increase the competitiveness of the national automotive industry," said Moeldoko. Currently, Vinfast has launched two right-hand drive electric SUV models, the VF 5 and VF e34, opened a dealer store, and implemented a flexible sales policy including a pioneering battery subscription program. VinFast Indonesia CEO Temmy Wiradjaja stated, VinFast strives to be a pioneer of the high-tech industry in Southeast Asia with global influence. "We are holding this groundbreaking event just a few months after VinFast officially arrived in Indonesia, this confirms VinFast's strategic expansion and competitiveness in Southeast Asia, as well as marking an important milestone in our strategy to become a leading player in one of the most promising electric vehicle markets in this region," he said. "This project shows VinFast's long-term commitment to Indonesia, boosting the electric vehicle sector, supporting economic growth and improving the quality of life of Indonesian people," said Tommy. SOURCE

Jul, 15 2024

West Java Regional House Speaker urges a balance between development and community empowerment.

BANDUNG (ANTARA) - The Speaker of the West Java Regional House of Representatives (DPRD), Buky Wibawa Karya Goena, has called on the West Java Provincial Government to strike a balance between physical infrastructure development and public services alongside community empowerment. Speaking in Bandung on Tuesday, Buky noted that the construction of provincial roads and street lighting over the past two years has progressed well. However, he emphasized that efforts to tackle poverty and unemployment must also be strengthened. “It is time for the government to align its priority programs with the public service and community empowerment sectors, as poverty and unemployment rates remain notably high hovering between 6 and 7 percent,” Buky said. He explained that the West Java DPRD is advocating for this policy rebalancing to enhance community economic independence, which ultimately reduces the government's budgetary burden. “The more empowered the community becomes, the lighter the government's burden will be,” he added. Buky mentioned that public satisfaction with regional development under the leadership of West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi has reached 95.4 percent. Nevertheless, he stressed that this high rating must be matched by reinforced programs in public services and community empowerment. Meanwhile, Governor Dedi Mulyadi previously stated that approximately 80,000 residents in West Java still lack access to electricity in 2026. “We extend our sincere apologies. After 81 years of Indonesian independence, we have not yet been able to fully 'liberate' all the people of West Java. There are still 80,000 citizens in West Java who lack electricity access to this day, leaving them in the dark at night,” Dedi expressed during the 81st Indonesian Independence Day ceremony at the Gedung Sate courtyard in Bandung on Monday (Aug 17). Dedi affirmed that the West Java Provincial Government is fully committed to resolving the electricity access issue by 2027. He described the situation as a major irony, given that West Java is widely recognized as a national energy hub home to extensive hydroelectric facilities including Jatiluhur, Jatigede, Cirata, and Saguling as well as rich geothermal potential, yet some of its own residents have not enjoyed access to electricity. In addition to expanding electrical coverage, Dedi highlighted that the provincial government remains focused on improving irrigation infrastructure, roads, street lighting, and school buildings. [Source]

Aug, 19 2026

WJIS 2024 Will Align Industry HR Needs to Strengthen MSMEs

Bisnis.com, BANDUNG - The West Java Investment and One-Stop Integrated Service (DPMPTSP) will discuss several crucial issues with the industry at the West Java Investment Summit (WJIS) 2024. West Java DPMPTSP Head Nining Yuliastiani said this year's WJIS also aims to align labor needs with industry needs in a discussion session. In this session, experts and stakeholders discussed the importance of aligning workforce skills with the evolving needs of the industry. “This discussion highlights the need for education and training programs that are relevant to the latest technologies and innovations, so that West Java's workforce can meet market demand and support investment growth in strategic sectors,” he said Monday (26/8/2024). In addition, supply chains will also be the subject of strategic discussions that focus on strengthening partnerships between MSMEs and large industries. This session discusses how MSMEs can partner with large companies to create a more inclusive and dynamic business ecosystem. “The government and private sector are expected to work together in providing access to technology, financing, and markets for MSMEs, so that they can contribute more to the industrial supply chain,” he said. According to him, WJIS 2024 is not only a platform to promote new investment opportunities in West Java, but also to strengthen collaboration between the government, private sector, and the community. “With a focus on innovation and sustainability, West Java is ready to welcome the future as one of the most promising investment destinations in Indonesia,” he said. It is planned that the strategic projects presented and discussions that took place at WJIS 2024 will be the foundation for the province's future economic growth, creating long-term benefits for all stakeholders. SOURCE

Aug, 26 2024

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