Vanda Enters Supply Agreement to Procure 2.2 GWh From CATL

Vanda RE Pte, a joint venture between Gurīn Energy Pte Ltd and Gentari — operating through Gentari International Renewables Pte — has struck a supply agreement with CATL to procure up to 2.2 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of its EnerX battery energy storage system (BESS). These advanced batteries are slated for installation at the Vanda Solar & Battery Project, a utility-scale solar-plus-storage development planned in Indonesia’s Riau Islands.

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Anchored by 2 gigawatt peak (GWp) of installed solar PV capacity and 4.4 GWh of battery storage, CATL’s BESS will enable the project to meet Indonesia’s local content requirement (TKDN). The batteries will be manufactured in CATL’s factory in Karawang Regency, Indonesia’s West Java Province. This factory, which broke ground at the end of June, has now reached a total battery capacity of 15 GW.

About the Project

Earlier this year, Vanda RE inked a 1 GW framework supply agreement for solar panels and selected the Owner’s Engineer for the project. The latest project is part of broader efforts by Singapore and Indonesia to develop a green economic corridor between the two neighbouring countries, starting with cooperation on green energy development. 

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By advancing projects like this, Vanda RE is helping to lower the cost of renewable power and infrastructure within Indonesia, while also positioning the country as an increasingly attractive hub for industries that rely on affordable, sustainable energy.

“Today’s announcement is another critical milestone in the development of the landmark Vanda Solar & Battery Project," said Enda Ginting, Country Manager, Indonesia of Gurīn Energy.Vanda RE is committed to developing the project to the highest technical and operating standards, which is why we are delighted to have secured CATL's best-in-class batteries.” 

"Our progress reflects the strong confidence that partners and stakeholders have in the project as well as the vision of a green economic corridor between Indonesia and Singapore. The Vanda project is a stepping stone to bringing that vision to life, and we are happy to do our part," Ginting tacked on.