Paris, France – June 16, 2025 – Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR) announced a new strategic partnership with Indonesian company PT. Industri Ketahanan Nasional (IKN) to introduce its Midnight electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in Indonesia. This agreement marks Indonesia as the third country selected for Archer’s “Launch Edition” program, following previous partnerships in the UAE and Ethiopia.
Under the terms of the agreement, PT. IKN will support the initial deployment of Midnight aircraft in Indonesia, with the deal valued at up to $18 million.* Additionally, the agreement outlines a potential future purchase of up to 50 Midnight aircraft, representing a total value of up to $250 million.**The collaboration aims to pave the way for scalable air taxi operations throughout Indonesia, leveraging the nation’s growing infrastructure needs and its archipelagic geography, which offers strong potential for advanced air mobility solutions.PT. IKN, which focuses on bolstering Indonesia’s national resilience through innovation in key sectors such as sustainable technology, infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing, will play a central role in this initiative. The company partners with both government and industry stakeholders to enhance domestic capabilities and support long-term development goals.
In line with Archer’s broader Launch Edition strategy, the partnership in Indonesia is designed to establish a replicable roadmap for commercial eVTOL deployment in early-adopter markets before type certification is completed in the United States. Archer and PT. IKN also plan to work closely with Indonesia’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to develop the necessary regulatory frameworks that will support safe, efficient, and sustainable air taxi operations in the country.With this expansion, Archer reinforces its commitment to shaping the future of urban air mobility across diverse global markets.
