Landmark MoU signing highlights India-Indonesia collaboration towards building a resilient, future-ready economy through skills and innovation
Jakarta, April 23, 2025: At the prestigious Indonesia Economic Forum – Technology Forum, themed “The Innovation Edge: India Indonesia Collaboration for a Future-Ready Economy,” Aptech, a global leader in vocational skill training, signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Orbit Future Academy, Indonesia’s premier education and innovation platform. The signing ceremony was held at the Nusantara Room, Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry (BKPM), Jakarta, marking a significant milestone in bilateral cooperation between India and Indonesia.
The high-profile forum, organized by the Indonesia Economic Forum, attracted senior government officials, policy experts, and business leaders committed to fostering strategic innovation and technology partnerships. The agenda featured opening remarks from Sachin Gopalan, CEO of Indonesia Economic Forum, and a keynote address by Nurul Ichwan, Deputy for Investment Promotion at the Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry , and an insightful panel highlighting India-Indonesia collaboration. The event set the stage for the strategic MoU signing between Aptech and Orbit Future Academy.
The formal MoU signing between Aptech and Orbit Future Academy was conducted by Mr. Kallol Mukherjee, EVP & International Business Head of Aptech, and Mr. Nalin K. Singh, CEO of Orbit Future Academy, witnessed by distinguished guests and industry leaders. The strategic partnership aims to deliver comprehensive training programs in Digital Design, Digital Filmmaking, Animation, Visual Effects (VFX), Game Design, and Digital Content Creation across over 200 Indonesian universities. These programs align seamlessly with Indonesia’s National Competency Framework (SKKNI) and global standards, emphasizing the adoption of blended learning methodologies, innovative education technologies, and skill-based curricula.
Orbit Future Academy, founded on the legacy and vision of Indonesia’s former President, Prof. Dr. Ing. B.J. Habibie, has been instrumental in scaling nationwide skills initiatives across Indonesia and the ASEAN region. Their expertise combined with Aptech’s robust international vocational education presence promises transformative educational outcomes for Indonesian youth.
Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Nalin K. Singh stated:
“We are delighted to partner with Aptech to launch their cutting-edge courses in Indonesia. They are a world leader, and their content, coupled with the Orbit job readiness program, will provide an invaluable edge to young learners for their future careers.”
Expressing optimism on the future collaboration, Mr. Kallol Mukherjee remarked:
“Our collaboration with Orbit Future Academy represents a significant milestone in Aptech’s ongoing commitment to empowering global youth. By merging Aptech’s internationally acclaimed training expertise with Orbit’s deep-rooted local insights and network, we aim to nurture a vibrant talent pool ready to drive innovation and economic growth in Indonesia’s creative, media, and entertainment sectors.”
The collaboration also includes the creation of Creative Education Labs (EduLabs) as innovation hubs, robust faculty development initiatives, and advanced technology-driven learning solutions, particularly beneficial for Indonesia’s remote regions.
The forum concluded with closing remarks from Sachin Gopalan, followed by an interactive networking session, emphasizing the collaboration’s role in bolstering a future-ready economy through innovation and strategic partnerships.
About Aptech:
With over three decades of pioneering vocational education, Aptech is a global leader operating over 840 centers worldwide. The company specializes in skill-based training across diverse sectors including IT, Media & Entertainment, Beauty & Wellness, Retail, Aviation, and Preschool education. Recognized globally for excellence, Aptech continues to innovate and deliver industry-ready professionals across the globe. Visit aptechglobaltraining.com for more information.
About Orbit Future Academy:
Established in 2016, Orbit Future Academy is Indonesia’s premier education and innovation organization dedicated to large-scale skill development across ASEAN. Driven by the legacy of Prof. Dr. Ing. B.J. Habibie, Orbit delivers impactful skilling, reskilling, and upskilling programs using their unique “OrbitWay” methodology. For more information, visit orbitfutureacademy.id.