Indonesia Powers Up MedTech: Kalbe and GE HealthCare Launch First CT Scanner Plant

The majority of Indonesia's high-end imaging equipment is now imported, which drives up prices and delays availability. A significant step towards decreasing dependency on imports, boosting medical innovation and expanding access to advanced diagnostic imaging throughout the archipelago Kalbe and GE HealthCare Launch First CT Scanner Plant in Indonesia.

• GE HealthCare and Kalbe Farma opened Indonesia's first domestic CT scanner manufacturing plant in June 2025 located in Bogor at PT Forsta Kalmedic Global and is a significant development in the country's medical technology landscape.

This facility intends to shorten the time needed for acquisition, lower the cost of the equipment and provide quicker repair and maintenance domestically by developing local production within the country.

“This facility will help us respond faster to local needs while maintaining the highest international standards of quality and safety,” said GE HealthCare Southeast Asia President Elie Chaillot. “This production plant promotes the growth of Indonesia's health technology workforce, generates high-value jobs, and increases access to vital modern diagnostic technology.”

Jakarta Becomes Home to Indonesia’s First CT Scanner Factory

Jakarta was selected because of its robust infrastructure, highly qualified labour, and proximity to important medical facilities and transportation hubs. The capital and industrial hub of Indonesia provides easy access to national distribution networks and regulatory agencies, making it a perfect starting point for regional production of medical devices. The new plant in Jakarta will produce 64-slice CT scanners with a focus on localisation, quality and cost.

• The facility is expected to boost availability in regional and rural hospitals, where diagnostic gaps remain critical.
• Local production is also set to reduce lead times and dependency on imports, ensuring faster deployment and servicing of equipment nationwide.

“The establishment of CT scan machines local production is among the top ten health devices prioritized for local production. Therefore, establishing a domestic CT scan production facility is crucial for enhancing access to broader healthcare services. Forsta is proud to play a role in strengthening Indonesia’s ability to meet its own healthcare needs,” stated Yvone Astri Della Sijabat, Director of Forsta.

Aligning with Indonesia’s National Vision

• Advance the Making Indonesia 4.0 Vision: This program helps the government achieve its objective of increasing local production in high-tech industries such as medical devices.
• Capacity Building: Through training and knowledge transfer the factory is also anticipated to help the development of local talent and provide skilled jobs.
• Strengthen Healthcare Sovereignty: Indonesia need localised solutions due to the growing demand for the diagnosis of non-communicable diseases such as cancer, stroke and cardiovascular problems.

Paving the Path to MedTech Manufacturing in Indonesia

The collaboration between Kalbe and GE HealthCare is indicative of a move towards scalable technology, affordability and independence. This CT scanner facility, will serve more than 280 million Indonesians, sets a standard for other medical device industries combining international experience with local execution as the country continues to modernise its healthcare system.