Dates

    26–28 May 2027

    City / country

    Jakarta, Indonesia

    Venue

    Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran

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    Event overview

    Overview

    Welcome to INAPA 2027, the largest and most influential international trade exhibition for the automotive industry in Indonesia and one of the leading automotive events in Southeast Asia.

    This event will be held from 26 to 28 May 2027 at the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran, Jakarta, Indonesia.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Event Name: InaPA 2027
    2. 2Dates: 26-28 May 2027
    3. 3Location: Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran, Jakarta, Indonesia
    4. 4Expected Exhibitors: 1,500
    5. 5Expected Visitors: 45,000

    Why visit

    Visitors will gain access to the latest innovations in automotive parts and components, electric vehicles, and aftermarket products, along with high-quality networking opportunities and direct engagement with key industry decision-makers.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors will benefit from visibility to a large audience of industry professionals, opportunities for business matchmaking, and the chance to showcase their latest products and technologies. INAPA 2027 is crucial for connecting manufacturers, suppliers, and buyers in the automotive sector, facilitating business growth and strategic partnerships in Indonesia's expanding automotive market.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Decision makers from manufacturing and processing industries
    Automotive design and engineering professionals
    R&D and product development specialists
    Automotive workshops and service providers
    Traders and distributors in the automotive sector
    Government authorities and associations

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Automotive parts manufacturers
    Electric vehicle technology providers
    Suppliers of automotive accessories
    Logistics and transportation companies
    Automotive service equipment manufacturers
    Battery and charging infrastructure companies

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Automotive parts and components
    Electric vehicles and charging solutions
    Workshop equipment and tools
    Lubricants and fluids
    Aftermarket products and services
    Vehicle accessories and enhancements

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran

    Jakarta, Indonesia

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    Entry & tickets

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    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    GEM Indonesia

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    What's on

    Programme

    Co-located events

    INABIKE 2027

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    Tyre & Rubber Indonesia 2027

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    Lube Indonesia 2027

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    EV & Charging Indonesia 2027

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    Fastener & Hardware Indonesia 2027

    Separate ticket

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Last edition

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    unknown

    Visitors: 1,000

    This edition

    2027

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    Visitor total from organiser recap language in captured sources. The most recent edition recorded 1,000+ visitors. Welcome to INAPA 2027, the largest and most influential international trade exhibition for the automotive industry in Indonesia and one of the leading automotive events in Southeast Asia. This event will be held from 26 to 28 May 2027 at the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran, Jakarta, Indonesia. INAPA 2027 is crucial for connecting manufacturers, suppliers,.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Decision makers from manufacturing and processing industries, Automotive design and engineering professionals, R&D and product development specialists, Automotive workshops and service providers. Event Name: InaPA 2027. Dates: 26-28 May 2027. Location: Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran, Jakarta, Indonesia. Expected Exhibitors: 1,500. Documented attendance reached 1,000+ visitors in the reference edition. InaPA 2027 attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors will benefit from visibility to a large audience of industry professionals, opportunities for business matchmaking, and the chance to showcase their latest products and technologies. INAPA 2027 is crucial for connecting manufacturers, suppliers, and buyers in the automotive sector, facilitating business growth and strategic partnerships in Indonesia's expanding automotive market. Exhibitor categories include Automotive parts manufacturers, Electric vehicle technology providers, Suppliers of automotive.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Jakarta, Indonesia — ASEAN / Southeast Asia

    Why it matters

    Indonesia is the largest economy in ASEAN and one of the fastest-growing manufacturing and consumer markets in the region, with Jakarta acting as the commercial gateway for FMCG, packaging, plastics and industrial processing demand. JIExpo Kemayoran is the city's principal international exhibition campus and hosts the region's largest trade shows, giving InaPA direct access to Indonesian manufacturers, distributors, importing agents and visiting ASEAN buyers in one three-day window. For suppliers, the show is a low-cost way to test demand and appoint partners before committing to a local presence.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Digital buyer journeys

    Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.

    02

    Sustainability in procurement

    Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.

    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.

    04

    Regional supply-chain resilience

    Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.

    05

    Hybrid engagement models

    Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.

    Peer trade-show circuit for the processing and packaging sector

    Plan 6–9 months ahead for the global flagships (stand space and halls sell out early) and 3–4 months ahead for ASEAN editions.

    InaPA sits inside a dense regional calendar of plastics, rubber, packaging and processing exhibitions. Buyers and suppliers typically plan InaPA alongside one ASEAN show and one global flagship show per cycle to cover technology launches, regional partners and price benchmarking.

    Mid-year ASEAN window

    InaPA (Jakarta, May) and InterPlas Thailand / ProPak Asia (Bangkok, June) cluster closely — combine them in one regional trip.

    Asia sourcing window

    CHINAPLAS anchors the spring calendar; many machinery suppliers launch or demonstrate new lines here before regional shows.

    Global flagship window

    Plan 9–12 months ahead for stand space, hotels and flights around the global flagship editions.

    Peer events identified from the organiser and sector calendars; confirm exact dates and venues on each event's official website before booking.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    CGK

    Soekarno–Hatta International Airport

    Jakarta's main international gateway (Terminals 1–3). Railink airport train to BNI City plus Damri buses and metered taxis; allow extra buffer on the Kemayoran approach in the morning peak.

    ≈30 km north-west of JIExpo Kemayoran via the Jakarta–Tangerang toll road

    to venue

    45–90 min (60–90 min in weekday peak; ~45 min off-peak)

    by car

    HLP

    Halim Perdanakusuma International Airport

    Smaller city-side airport used mainly for domestic and limited/charter services — the closest field to the venue, but check airline schedules before planning a connection.

    ≈13 km south-east of JIExpo Kemayoran

    to venue

    25–45 min off-peak; 45–70 min in peak traffic

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget
    Kemayoran / Sunter–Kelapa Gading (5–20 min from JIExpo)

    USD 30–55 / night

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    Mid-range
    Kemayoran and Mangga Dua (10–35 min from JIExpo)

    USD 60–110 / night

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    Premium
    Kemayoran / central Jakarta (15–45 min from JIExpo)

    USD 120–260 / night

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    Ride-hailing (Grab / Gojek)

    Estimated costIDR 150,000–300,000 (~USD 10–20) from central Jakarta; IDR 30,000–80,000 (~USD 2–6) from Kemayoran-area hotels
    Best forCentral Jakarta or Kemayoran hotel → JIExpo Kemayoran

    Widely used; pick-up points are marked at JIExpo gates during show days.

    Airport rail link (Railink)

    Estimated costIDR 70,000 (~USD 4–5) one way
    Best forCGK Terminal 3 / Terminal 1 → BNI City (Sudirman)

    Fastest fixed-price leg into the city; connect to a taxi or ride-hailing for the final run to Kemayoran.

    Damri airport bus

    Estimated costIDR 40,000–100,000 (~USD 3–7)
    Best forCGK → Gambir / central Jakarta stops

    Cheapest airport option; slower in peak traffic and drops off away from the venue.

    TransJakarta BRT

    Estimated costIDR 3,500 (~USD 0.25) per trip
    Best forKoridor 2 and Kemayoran/Sunter feeders → JIExpo Kemayoran

    Air-conditioned busway with dedicated lanes; use a reloadable Jak Lingko card. Best for central-city hops.

    KRL Commuter Line

    Estimated costIDR 3,000–5,000 (~USD 0.20–0.35)
    Best forJakarta Kota / Tanah Abang → Pasar Senen or Rajawali, then taxi to JIExpo

    Reliable for avoiding toll-road traffic; avoid the 07:00–09:00 and 17:00–19:00 crush.

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forSoekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forHalim Perdanakusuma International Airport (HLP) to Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa required
    On-arrival available
    ATA Carnet: check with organiser
    TypeWho needs itFeeProcessing
    Visa on Arrival / e-VOA (B1)Citizens of roughly 90 eligible countries, including the US, UK, EU/Schengen states, Australia, Japan, India and most ASEAN+ partners, visiting for tourism, business meetings, conferences or exhibitions$35.00Issued at the airport on arrival, or online (e-VOA) in 1–3 working days
    Single-entry tourist e-Visa (C1)Nationalities not eligible for Visa on Arrival, or visitors needing a stay longer than the 30+30 day VoA limit$95.005–10 working days
    Business e-Visa (C2)Business travellers attending trade shows, meetings or supplier negotiations where a business-purpose visa is preferred over a tourist VoA$130.005–10 working days
    ASEAN visa-free short visitCitizens of ASEAN member states (Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, Brunei, Laos, Myanmar, Cambodia, Timor-Leste)—Granted on arrival

    ASEAN nationals enter visa-free for 30 days for tourism and short business visits; passport validity of at least six months and a return/onward ticket are checked at immigration.

    Indonesia is not an ATA Carnet contracting party, so exhibit machinery and samples must be cleared through a temporary import arrangement handled by a licensed Indonesian customs broker or the show's appointed freight forwarder. Confirm the procedure with the organiser well before shipping.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    Late May falls at the tail of Jakarta's wet season: hot and very humid with daytime temperatures around 26–33 °C and a moderate chance of short, intense afternoon downpours. Mornings are normally the driest window for airport runs and city travel.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Indonesia.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Greetings & business etiquette

    Handshakes are made with the right hand and are often soft; exchange business cards with both hands and take a moment to read them. Titles and hierarchy matter — address counterparts as Mr/Ms plus their title, and let senior contacts lead the pace of a meeting.

    Tipping

    Hotels and mid-range restaurants typically add a 5–10% service charge and government tax; where service is not included, rounding up or leaving 5–10% is appreciated. Taxi and ride-hailing fares are usually rounded to the nearest IDR 5,000–10,000.

    Dress & conduct

    Smart business or smart-casual attire works on the JIExpo show floor (the halls are heavily air-conditioned, so a light jacket helps). Dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered if you visit a mosque, temple or government office, and use the right hand when offering or receiving items.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: CGK

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Jakarta; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Visa

    Most international visitors need a visa for Indonesia. Citizens of about 90 eligible countries, including the US, UK, EU/Schengen, Australia, Japan and India, can obtain a Visa on Arrival / e-VOA (B1) for IDR 500,000 (~USD 35), valid 30 days and extendable once by 30 days. Nationals of countries not eligible for VoA should apply for a single-entry tourist e-Visa (C1, ~USD 95) or a business e-Visa (C2, ~USD 130). ASEAN citizens enter visa-free for 30 days. Apply at https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/ with a passport valid for at least six months.

    Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    IDR 500,000 fee; 30-day stay, extendable once by a further 30 days. e-VOA is applied for at evisa.imigrasi.go.id and avoids the airport payment queue. IDR 1,500,000 (approximate published fee); allows up to 60 days for tourism. Apply online and carry the printed e-visa.

    Official

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK): 45–90 min (60–90 min in weekday peak; ~45 min off-peak); Halim Perdanakusuma International Airport (HLP): 25–45 min off-peak; 45–70 min in peak traffic. Allow road or rail time to Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran: Kemayoran / Sunter–Kelapa Gading (5–20 min from JIExpo): favehotel Kelapa Gading, d'primahotel Kemayoran, Amaris Hotel Sunter; Kemayoran and Mangga Dua (10–35 min from JIExpo): Swiss-Belhotel Kemayoran, Holiday Inn Express Jakarta International Expo, Novotel Jakarta Mangga Dua Square; Kemayoran / central Jakarta (15–45 min from JIExpo): Grand Mercure Jakarta Kemayoran, Hotel Borobudur Jakarta, The Langham, Jakarta.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Jakarta; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: May 2027

    Temperature: 26–33 °C (79–91 °F) with high humidity; the halls are air-conditioned.

    Seasonality: May is the transition from Jakarta's wet to dry season — roughly 100–130 mm of rain over about 10–12 rain days, usually falling as short, heavy afternoon or evening showers.

    Packing: Late May falls at the tail of Jakarta's wet season: hot and very humid with daytime temperatures around 26–33 °C and a moderate chance of short, intense afternoon downpours. Mornings are normally the driest window for airport runs and city travel.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day for qualified buyer meetings: Wednesday 27 May 2027 (Day 2 of 3)

    On a three-day Jakarta trade show, Day 2 normally delivers the fullest exhibitor staffing and the highest volume of scheduled buyer meetings, while Day 1 is dominated by the opening ceremony, VIP walk-throughs and press activity and Day 3 by pack-down and early departures. Two days (26–27 May) is the practical recommendation if you are travelling internationally. Confirm the final session and hall schedule at https://www.inapa-exhibition.net/schedule before booking travel.

    Side trips

    2

    Bandung

    Cooler highland city with factory outlets, a strong culinary scene and a surrounding cluster of manufacturing plants — useful for supplier visits or a weekend extension.

    Bogor and Puncak

    The easiest half-day escape: Bogor Botanical Gardens, tea plantations and mountain viewpoints in the cooler hills above the city.

    Networking spots

    3

    Business-matching / B2B lounge inside the JIExpo halls

    Registration concourse and hall entrances, JIExpo Kemayoran

    Kemayoran hotel lobby lounges (Grand Mercure Jakarta Kemayoran, Swiss-Belhotel Kemayoran)

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

    visa_fee

    visitor · Visa on Arrival / e-VOA (B1)

    USD 35 / per person

    official

    visa_fee

    visitor · Single-entry tourist e-Visa (C1)

    USD 95 / per person

    estimate

    visa_fee

    visitor · Business e-Visa (C2)

    USD 130 / per person

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    hotel_night

    visitor · Budget — Kemayoran/Sunter

    USD 30–55 / per night

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    hotel_night

    visitor · Mid-range — Kemayoran/Mangga Dua

    USD 60–110 / per night

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    airport_transfer

    visitor · Taxi / ride-hailing CGK → JIExpo

    USD 10–23 / one way

    estimate

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

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    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    You have live sourcing, supplier-evaluation or market-entry projects and at least two full days on the floor.

    Best for

    Sourcing-led buyers, engineers, plant managers and procurement teams who need to see machinery running, compare suppliers and meet distributors face to face.

    Min. budget

    $380.00

    Timeline

    3–6 weeks — pre-register the badge online and book flights, e-VOA and a Kemayoran-area hotel early.

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals (ticket ~USD 25 + 2 nights mid-range hotel ~USD 170 + per diem USD 150 + visa USD 35) — confirm live rates.

    Jakarta traffic can add 45–90 min to airport and hotel transfers; build buffer around meeting slots.

    A three-day format compresses floor time — pre-book meetings or priority stands are missed.

    exhibit

    You can commit stand budget, booth staff and follow-up capacity for the Indonesian and wider ASEAN market.

    Best for

    Suppliers of machinery, materials, components, packaging and services targeting Indonesian and ASEAN buyers, plus distributors seeking local agencies.

    Min. budget

    $2,200.00

    Timeline

    6–9 months — contract stand space and hall position, arrange freight and temporary import clearance, staff travel, visas and pre-show marketing.

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Stand/booth pricing and hall allocation must be confirmed directly with the organiser, GEM Indonesia.

    Indonesia does not accept ATA Carnets; exhibit machinery and samples need a temporary import clearance through a licensed broker.

    skip

    You already cover the region through existing distributors, or you are waiting for a later edition or a closer regional show.

    Best for

    Companies with no Indonesian or ASEAN pipeline, no travel budget and no near-term sourcing requirement.

    Timeline

    Not applicable.

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

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