Henkel Expands Technical Support for Indonesia’s Footwear Industry

Henkel has strengthened its presence in Indonesia with the opening of a new application center in Semarang, Central Java, aimed at supporting footwear and fashion manufacturers through advanced adhesive technologies, product development and technical services.

The German multinational, known for its adhesive and bonding solutions, has established the approximately 1,400 square meter facility in one of Indonesia’s important footwear manufacturing regions. The center is equipped with dedicated application laboratories, specialized testing equipment and collaboration spaces to help manufacturers improve production processes and accelerate product development.

The facility will provide customers with closer access to technical expertise, testing capabilities and application support. Its key priorities include shortening product development cycles, improving speed to market and helping manufacturers advance their sustainability objectives.

Corbett Wallace, Corporate Vice President, Consumer Goods Business at Henkel Adhesive Technologies, said the investment reflects the company's commitment to strengthening customer support and expanding its innovation capabilities in Indonesia.

Beyond laboratory services, the facility will also serve as a platform for industry collaboration. Henkel plans to organize customer workshops, technical training programs and knowledge sharing activities to strengthen manufacturing capabilities.

The new application center complements Henkel’s existing manufacturing facilities in Tangerang and Pasuruan, along with its regional Innovation Centre in Bintaro. The investment further expands the company's technical network and reinforces its commitment to Indonesia's footwear and fashion industries.