Batam Interconnect World Forum 2025

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Building Resilient Futures: Data Centers at the Heart of SIJORI’s Transformation

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7 July 2025

Batam Marriott Hotel Harbour Bay

8:00 AM

5:00 PM

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Event Brief

Indonesia's telecommunications market continues to exhibit robust growth, driven by increasing mobile subscriptions, strategic investments in infrastructure, and the expansion of 5G services. The Indonesian Telecom market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 1.01% over the forecast period (2024-2029), reaching USD 14.36 billion by 2029.

Batam plays a strategic role in Indonesia’s telecommunications and connectivity industry as a key digital gateway between Indonesia and international networks. Its proximity to Singapore, a global tech and data hub, makes it an ideal location for submarine cable landing stations, data centers, and network interconnection points. With increasing investments in fiber optics, data centers, and 5G infrastructure, Batam is emerging as a critical hub for regional connectivity, cloud services, and digital transformation in Indonesia.

Hence, Batam Interconnect World Forum 2025 presents itself as the premier platform to explore the vast opportunities within Batam and Indonesia’s booming telecommunications and connectivity industry. Bringing together industry leaders, investors, and technology innovators, this event will provide insights into infrastructure developments, digital transformation, and cross-border connectivity. Whether you're looking to expand your network, gain market intelligence, or seize new investment prospects, this forum is your gateway to Indonesia’s rapidly evolving digital economy.

Advisory Board

Bogi Witjaksono

Member

Eric Ho

Member

Asher Ling

Member

Verghese Jacob

Member

Ed Ansett

Member

Ka Vin Wong

Member

Event Agenda

Agenda

8:00 AM

8:45 AM

Main Hall

Arrival Registration & Breakfast

8:45 AM

8:50 AM

Main Hall

Welcome Address by Organizer

Yvonne Leong

Regional Director, W Media

8:50 AM

8:55 AM

Main Hall

Hall Chairman Address

8:55 AM

9:00 AM

Main Hall

Guest of Honor’s Welcome Remarks

9:00 AM

9:20 AM

Main Hall

Keynote: Indonesia: The Rising Hub in Powering Cross Border Connectivity in SIJORI & Southeast Asia

9:20 AM

9:50 AM

Main Hall

Panel: Building the Digital Infrastructure Backbone: Strengthening Fiber Networks, Satellites, and Data Centers in Indonesia

Expanding Fiber Infrastructure – Overcoming geographical and regulatory barriers to accelerate nationwide fiber deployment.
Satellite Solutions – The role of satellites in bridging connectivity gaps across Indonesia’s vast archipelago.
Future-Ready Data Centers – Latest innovations to meet Indonesia’s growing demand for secure, scalable, and sustainable data center infrastructure

9:50 AM

10:10 AM

Main Hall

Keynote: Navigating Regulations for Investments in SIJORI Growth Triangle

10:10 AM

10:40 AM

Main Hall

COFFEE BREAK

10:40 AM

11:00 AM

Main Hall

Keynote: Batam as a Strategic Subsea Cables Landing Point

11:00 AM

11:30 AM

Main Hall

Panel: Bridging the Gap: Overcoming 5G Deployment Challenges in Indonesia

What are the key roadblocks to nationwide 5G adoption in Indonesia, and how can industry stakeholders address them?

What are the challenges of building the necessary fiber-optic and tower infrastructure for nationwide 5G coverage?
How do Indonesia’s vast archipelago and remote areas create additional deployment difficulties for telecom operators?
How can government incentives, public-private partnerships, and foreign investment help accelerate 5G development?

11:30 AM

11:50 AM

Main Hall

Keynote: The Role of Fiber Optics in High-Speed Internet for a Digital Indonesia

11:50 AM

12:10 PM

Main Hall

Fire Side Chat: Edge Computing & Cloud Evolution: The Next Step for Enterprise Digitalization

Bridging the Gap – How edge computing enhances cloud infrastructure for faster, localized data processing.
Industry Adoption – Case studies of Indonesian enterprises implementing edge and cloud strategies.
Future Outlook – What’s next for cloud and edge computing in Indonesia?

12:10 PM

12:30 PM

Main Hall

Keynote: Developing Indonesia’s Digital Talent to Support Indonesia’s Growing Digital Economy

12:30 PM

2:00 PM

Main Hall

LUNCH

2:00 PM

2:30 PM

Main Hall

Panel: From AI to IoT: How Telecommunication, Media, and Technology (TMT) Services are Evolving to Respond to the Next-Gen Digital Innovations

The TMT sector needs to accommodate the growing demands of AI-powered computing, IoT applications, and next-generation cloud services

Understanding how AI and IoT are increasing data traffic and computing power requirements.
Opportunities for global cloud providers and telecom investors to expand in the SIJORI region.
What’s next for the TMT sector in the face of AI, IoT, and next-gen digital innovations?

2:30 PM

2:50 PM

Main Hall

Keynote: How AI-Powered Infrastructure is Strengthening Telecom Networks

2:50 PM

3:20 PM

Main Hall

Panel: Customer’s Growing Demand on Over-The-Top (OTT) Applications and How Telcos are Adapting

With Indonesia’s rising demand for OTT applications, telcos must evolve their strategies to stay competitive—how are they adapting to shifting consumer behaviors and monetizing new opportunities?

The OTT Boom – What’s driving Indonesia’s surge in demand for video streaming, gaming, and digital services?
Telco Strategies – How are telecom operators partnering with OTT providers, optimizing networks, and innovating business models?
Future of Connectivity – The impact of 5G and regulatory shifts on Indonesia’s OTT ecosystem.

3:20 PM

3:40 PM

Main Hall

Keynote: The Rise of Cloud Computing in Indonesia: Opportunities and Challenges

3:50 PM

4:10 PM

Main Hall

CIO/CTO Fire Side Chat: Cybersecurity in the Age of Hyperconnectivity: Safeguarding Indonesia’s Digital Economy

Threat Landscape & Emerging Risks – Understanding the latest cyber threats targeting Indonesia’s digital ecosystem.
Regulatory & Compliance Frameworks – How policies and industry standards can strengthen cybersecurity resilience.
Innovative Defense Strategies – Leveraging AI, zero trust architecture, and public-private collaboration to combat cyber risks.

4:10 PM

4:30 PM

Main Hall

Keynote: Future-Proofing Network Infrastructure: Adapting to the Changing Customer Demands

4:30 PM

5:00 PM

Main Hall

Closing Panel: Decarbonization: The Next Big Challenge in Sustainable Digital Infrastructure

As Indonesia’s digital infrastructure rapidly expands, the challenge lies in balancing technological growth with sustainable energy solutions.

How can telecom and data center operators reduce their carbon footprint by adopting energy-efficient technologies, optimizing cooling systems, and transitioning to renewable energy sources like solar and wind?
The right decarbonization strategy to achieve broader climate change commitments.
Regulatory & Investment Landscape – The role of government policies and green financing in shaping Indonesia’s sustainable digital future.