Bandung, dkst.itb.ac.id – Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) through the Regional Directorate of Science and Technology (DKST) is again holding the second edition of the INNOVIBES program with the theme “Future Mobility and Energy Transition”. This activity took place at the ITB Innovation Park Building, Summareco Area, Bandung, and became a collaborative meeting space between academics, industry players, startups, communities and the public to strengthen the national innovation ecosystem.
INNOVIBES is a periodic initiative of DKST ITB which is designed as “open house of innovation”, where various research and technological innovations from the ITB academic community and startup partners are exhibited and linked directly to the needs of the industrial world and society.
Bandung as a Living Laboratory for Mobility Innovation
Raising strategic issues “Future Mobility and Energy Transition”, the second edition of INNOVIBES highlights the importance of cross-sector collaboration in accelerating the transformation towards efficient, smart and environmentally friendly transportation and energy systems.
“Bandung has a unique position as a living laboratory for the development of e-mobility technology. "With ITB's strong research ecosystem and government and industry support, this city is an ideal place to test and develop future mobility solutions," said Rofiq Iqbal, S.T., M.Eng., Ph.D., Deputy for Technology Transfer at DKST ITB, when giving the opening speech at the event.
He added that through activities such as INNOVIBES, DKST ITB wants to encourage technology transfer and downstreaming of campus research results so that they have a real impact on society.
"This activity is not just an exhibition, but an opportunity to bring research into the real world with industry, government and the community. "From Bandung, we want to ignite the spirit of innovation for Indonesia," said Rofiq.
Collaboration between Academics and Industry on the Innovation Stage
This activity, which was attended by more than 100 participants, featured a variety of interesting sessions such as: exhibitor highlights, thematic talk shows, energy podcast, as well as coaching clinic which was facilitated by the DKST ITB Technology Transfer Office (TTO) team.
Talk show session “Accelerating the Shift: Designing the Future of Electric Transport” presents Dr. Eng. Bentang Arief Budiman, S.T., M.Eng., researcher from the National Center for Sustainable Transportation Technology (NCSTT) ITB, with Aprilia Annisa, MBA as moderator. This discussion explores how innovation in electric vehicle design and research can accelerate the adoption of sustainable transportation in Indonesia.
Additionally, the Energy Podcast is themed “Driving the Energy Transition: Building Indonesia's Renewable Power Future" presenting Permadi Mohammad Nurhikmah (Head of Energy Division of the Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Department of West Java Province), Iskandar B. Kuntoadji (IBEKA Foundation Trustee), and Melia Famiola, Ph.D. (Deputy for Regional Business Development, DKST ITB).
The speakers discussed the national energy transition strategy, challenges in building equitable energy access, and the potential for local innovation in achieving the 2060 Net Zero Emission target.
Collaboration Forum and Innovation Ecosystem
INNOVIBES not only displays research and technology results, but also opens a collaborative consultation and networking space. Through Coaching Clinic held by DKST ITB, participants ranging from students, lecturers, to startups can consult directly regarding intellectual property protection and innovation commercialization strategies.
There were 8 exhibitors participating in this innovation exhibition, displaying superior products in the fields of electric vehicles, renewable energy and green technology. The event was also interspersed with interactive game sessions and band performances to create a warm and collaborative atmosphere.
“We want to make ITB Innovation Park not just a building, but a living innovation ecosystem. "A place where ideas and technology can grow, meet with industrial partners, and produce solutions to the nation's challenges," said Melia.
Moving on to the Next Series: Sustainable Infrastructure and Community Resilience
As a series of bi-weekly activities, INNOVIBES will continue with other ITB superior innovation themes. The next edition, INNOVIBES Vol. 3, scheduled for November 13, 2025 with the theme “Sustainable Infrastructure and Community Resilience”.
Through the continuation of this program, DKST ITB hopes to further strengthen networks between academics, industry, government and society in building a national research and innovation ecosystem that is inclusive, adaptive and globally competitive.
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About DKST ITB
The Regional Directorate of Science and Technology (DKST) is the ITB implementation unit tasked with managing the ITB Innovation Park and facilitating technology transfer activities, applied research collaboration, and downstreaming of campus innovation products. Through various programs such as INNOVIBES, DKST is committed to making ITB a national innovation catalyst capable of bridging the academic world with the needs of industry and society.
Website: dkst.itb.ac.id/itbinnovationpark.id
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