KMI Wire & Cable, Tbk

What KMI Wire & Cable, Tbk does

PT KMI Wire and Cable Tbk is an Indonesian wire and cable manufacturer founded in 1972 and listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX: KBLI) since 1992. The company operates a vertically integrated production base at Cakung, Jakarta, with stated annual capacities of 15,000 MT copper rods, 15,000 MT aluminium rods, 30,000 MT copper power cables and 45,000 MT aluminium power cables, and a total reported headcount of 913 employees in 2024. Its product line spans bare conductors (aluminium, copper and ground), low voltage power, control, instrument and flexible cables (up to 0.6/1 kV), medium voltage cables (up to 18/30 kV) and high voltage cables up to 150 kV — KMI was the first Indonesian manufacturer to achieve full KEMA Laboratories Arnhem type-test certification for a 150 kV 2000 mm² XLPE cable. Specialty products include fire resistant, flame retardant, lead sheathed, nylon termite-resistant and thermocouple cables, plus more recent additions such as ACCC InfoCore conductors (via CTC Global licence), photovoltaic DC cables, subsea river-crossing cables and HV cables with corrugated aluminium sheath.

The company generates revenue almost entirely through hardware sales of these cables, sold through three channels: (i) direct enterprise sales to government utilities — principally PT PLN (Perusahaan Listrik Negara) for transmission and distribution projects including 500 kV ACCC lines and 150 kV SKTT projects — and major private operators in oil & gas (Chevron Pacific Indonesia), mining, cement (Semen Grobogan), railway (Kereta Api Indonesia) and urban transit (MRT Jakarta); (ii) direct enterprise sales to international buyers such as Vietnam Electricity (EVN); and (iii) project-based and free-market sales through an 18-strong Indonesian distributor network covering Jakarta, Surabaya, Medan, Semarang, Balikpapan, Makassar, Palembang, Pekanbaru, Batam, Samarinda and Tangerang. Pricing is project-quoted rather than published, and competitive positioning rests on ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015, 45001:2018 and PROPER Blue certifications, the KABELMETAL brand legacy, and a documented track record on major Indonesian infrastructure works.

Name

KMI Wire & Cable, Tbk

Legal name

PT KMI Wire and Cable Tbk

Website

https://kmi.co.id

Company type

Public

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

PT KMI Wire & Cable Tbk is a 1972-founded Indonesian manufacturer of aluminium and copper electrical cables — from LV to 150 kV HV — serving PT PLN, Vietnam Electricity and industrial clients via direct sales and an 18-distributor domestic network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wire and Cable Manufacturing

NAICS

Communication and Energy Wire and Cable Manufacturing (33592), Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing (335929)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Power Cable (MV/HV) (IMADAMAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Underground Power Cables (MV/HV/EHV, XLPE, PILC, subsea/land) (EUADADAB), Power Cables & Conductors (LV/MV cables, flexible cables, bus wire, armored cable) (IMAGAEAC), Building Wire & Cable (Residential/Commercial) (IMADAMAA), Aluminum Wire Rod & Conductors (IMAKACAH)

Keywords

• Power cable manufacturing
• Bare conductors supply
• High voltage cables
• Special purpose cables
• Electrical wire production

Headquarters

HQ city

Jakarta

HQ country

Indonesia

HQ region

Asia

Offices19 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Power Cable Sales: Manufacturing and sales of power cables including LV, MV, and HV power cables for electricity transmission and distribution
2. Bare Conductor Sales: Sales of bare conductors including aluminium and copper conductors for overhead power transmission lines
3. Special Purpose Cable Sales: Sales of fire resistant, flame retardant, lead sheathed, nylon, and thermocouple cables for specialized industrial applications
4. Rod Product Sales: Sales of copper and aluminium rods for internal production use and external customers in cable and industrial manufacturing
5. Telecom Cable Sales: Manufacturing and sales of outdoor and indoor telecom cables for telephone network infrastructure

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

PT KMI Wire and Cable Tbk manufactures and sells a comprehensive range of aluminium and copper wire and cable products for electrical power transmission, distribution, and industrial applications. Its portfolio spans bare conductors (overhead lines), low/medium/high voltage power cables up to 150 kV, special purpose cables (fire resistant, flame retardant, lead sheathed, nylon jacketed, thermocouple), telecom cables, and copper/aluminium rods. The company also produces advanced technologies including ACCC composite core conductors, photovoltaic DC cables, and river crossing subsea cables, with production capacity of 15,000 MT/year each for copper and aluminium rods, 30,000 MT/year for copper power cables, and 45,000 MT/year for aluminium power cables.

Product overview

KMI Wire & Cable, Tbk is an Indonesian wire and cable manufacturing company that produces a comprehensive portfolio of electrical cable products. The product line includes bare conductors (aluminium and copper), low voltage power cables (aluminium and copper with control, flexible, and instrument variants), medium voltage power cables, high voltage power cables up to 150 kV, special purpose cables (fire resistance, flame retardant, lead sheathed, nylon, and thermocouple), telecom cables (indoor and outdoor), and raw material rods (aluminium and copper). The company also produces innovative products such as ACCC (Aluminium Conductor Composite Core) for transmission lines, photovoltaic DC cables for solar installations, and subsea cables for river crossings. Production capacity includes 15,000 MT/year each of copper and aluminium rods, 30,000 MT/year of copper power cables, and 45,000 MT/year of aluminium power cables. The company serves power transmission, power distribution, power plant and substation, industrial, free market, and mining/oil & gas sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bare Aluminium Conductors Overhead bare aluminium conductors for power transmission in high or extra high voltage transmission lines. Variants include ACCC/TW, TAL, AAC, AAAC, TACSR, ACSR, and ACSR/AS to meet various electrical and mechanical requirements. Used by power transmission utilities and grid operators.
• Bare Copper Conductors Bare copper conductors including annealed (soft), medium hard drawn, hard drawn, and tin-coated variants, designed for ground and electrical transmission applications. Used by utilities and electrical infrastructure projects.
• Ground Conductors Ground conductors including galvanized steel wire (GSW) and aluminium clad steel wire (AS Wire) for grounding and earth connection applications at substations and transmission lines.
• Low Voltage Aluminium Power Cables Low voltage power cables rated up to 0.6/1 kV using aluminium conductors for electric distribution near end-users. Available in single and multi-core configurations with various protective sheaths and armours. For utilities, commercial buildings, and residential applications.
• Low Voltage Copper Power Cables Low voltage copper power cables rated up to 0.6/1 kV for distribution to end-user equipment. Includes NYA, NYM, NYY, and XLPE insulated variants with various protective constructions. For residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
• Low Voltage Control Cables Multi-conductor control cables rated up to 0.6/1 kV for remote equipment activation, public address, alarm, signaling, and electronic banner applications. Available with up to 61 cores. For industrial automation and building management systems.
• Low Voltage Flexible Cables Flexible cables for power cords and internal wiring with low or medium mechanical stress. Suitable for electrical equipment, machinery, luminaires, and portable appliances in dry indoor and outdoor applications.
• Low Voltage Instrument Cables Instrumentation cables for data transfer from sensors and detectors. Feature individually shielded twisted pairs and mechanical protection against electrical interference, with conductors ranging from 0.5-1.5 sq.mm. For industrial process control and instrumentation systems.
• Medium Voltage Aluminium Power Cables MV power cables rated up to 18/30 (36) kV for medium voltage distribution networks using aluminium conductors. Sizes range from 25-800 sq.mm per core with various armour and sheath options. For utility distribution networks and industrial plants.
• Medium Voltage Copper Power Cables Medium voltage copper cables rated 1.8/3.0 to 18/30 kV for MV distribution applications. Available in twisted, single core, and three core configurations with various screen and armour options. For utilities and industrial sites.
• High Voltage Aluminium Power Cables High voltage aluminium power cables rated up to 87/150 (170) kV for underground transmission lines between electricity distributor grid units and power plants. Sizes range from 185-2000 mm². KMI is the first Indonesian cable manufacturer certified by KEMA for 150 kV 2000mm² power cable to IEC 60840.
• High Voltage Copper Power Cables High voltage copper power cables rated 87/150 (170) kV for underground transmission applications. Features XLPE insulation with various sheath options including corrugated aluminium technology. For transmission grid infrastructure.
• Fire Resistance Cables

Quantifiable outcome

• Successfully completed 500 kV quad-bundled ACCC conductor installation for PLN Suralaya-Balaraja transmission line
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered standard, core and flagship.

• PT SUMBER METALINDO INTINUSAstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Jakarta (Jl. Halimun No. 21, Jakarta Selatan 12980) handling sales and distribution of KMI cable products in the Jakarta area
• PT ANUGRAH MEGATERATAIstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Jakarta (Jl. DR. Makaliwe I No. 5, Grogol, Jakarta 11450)
• PT HARTAPERINDO SEJAHTERAstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Jakarta (Jl. Pintu Besar Selatan No. 82Q, Jakarta 11110)
• PT INTIKABEL METALINDOstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpecialized distributor handling MV (Medium Voltage) cables and FRC (Fire Resistant Cables) products
• PT JAYA SUKSES MAKMURstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Lindeteves Trade Centre, Jakarta (Blok RB No. 3, Jl. Hayam Wuruk No.127, Jakarta 11180)
• PT KMI ELECTRIC SOLUTIONcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRelated company located at Jl. Raya Bekasi Km 23,1 Cakung, Jakarta Timur, serving as distributor for KMI products
• PT INDO MAKMUR PERMAIstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Tangerang (Jl. Telesonik No. 116 Kel. Kadu Jaya, Kec. Curug, Kab. Tangerang)
• PT MITRA SEJATI ELEKTRIKstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Semarang (MT. Haryono No. 255 RT. 001 RW.005, Kota Semarang, Jawa Tengah)
• CV JAVAPRIMA DINAMIKA ABADIstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Semarang (Jl. M.T Haryono No. 241 Lt. 2 & 3, Semarang 50136)
• PT SENTRATEK METALINDOstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Surabaya (Jl. Dr. Cipto No. 5, Surabaya 60264)
• PT ANUGERAH KABELJAYA MAKMURstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Surabaya (AP. Building 3rd Floor, Jl. Kutai No. 67, Surabaya 60241)
• PT DIANSUPRA PRATAMAstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Medan (Jl. Pulau Solor No. 99 - KIM II, Medan)
• PT GOLDEN BATAM RAYAstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Batam (Komplek Citra Buana Centre Park I, Blok L No. 1, Kampung Seraya, Batam 29454)
• PT GOLDEN RIAU JAYAstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Pekanbaru (Komp. Puri Nangka Sari Blok A No. 10 dan 11, Pekanbaru 28282)
• PT SENTRAKABEL SWARNABUMIstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Palembang (Jl. Tembusan Alang - Alang Lebar, Komplek Sukarame Indah Blok B No. 9, Palembang)
• PT BORNEO JAYA BARUstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Balikpapan (Jl. Letkol H. Asnawi Arbain No. 113 RT. 051, Balikpapan, Kalimantan Timur 76114)
• CV SINAR ALAM ELEKTRICstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Samarinda (Jl. Urip Sumoharjo No. 49 - C Kel. Pelita, Kec. Samarinda Ilir, Kota Samarinda, Kalimantan Timur)
• CV DUTA LISTRIKstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor based in Makassar (Jl. Gunung Merapi No. 201, Pisang Selatan, Ujung Pandang, Makassar 90114)
• PT PLN (Perusahaan Listrik Negara)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic partnership as key supplier of power cables for PLN's national electricity grid projects including transmission lines, distribution networks, and substations across Indonesia
• Vietnam Electricity (EVN)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational customer partnership supplying ACCC conductors for Vietnam's power transmission grid modernization projects including 110 kV transmission line upgrades
• CTC GlobalcoreTechnology or IntegrationLicensed manufacturing partner for ACCC (Aluminium Conductor Composite Core) technology enabling production of advanced composite core conductors for high-capacity transmission lines
• Kabel-und Metalwerke Guetehoffnungshuette AG (Kabelmetal Electro GmbH)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerOriginal founding partner - German company that established PT Kabelmetal Indonesia on January 19, 1972 and launched first commercial products in 1974 under KABELMETAL brand

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• PT Voksel Electric: Indonesian cable manufacturer of power, control and special-purpose cables serving PLN and industrial customers. Direct peer on LV–HV power cables, fire-resistant offerings, and Indonesian distribution footprint.
• LS Cable & System: Korean cable maker with a strong HV/EHV product line and significant ASEAN commercial presence. Direct comparable on ACCC/HV underground products, fire-resistant cables, and export-oriented utility sales across the region.
• PT Supreme Cable Manufacturing & Commerce (Sucaco): Indonesian listed cable manufacturer producing LV/MV/HV power cables, special cables, and copper rods — the closest domestic competitor to KMI on product portfolio and PLN customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Nexans: French global cable manufacturer with deep HV submarine and underground cable portfolio. Competes with KMI for premium transmission tenders in Southeast Asia and brings similar fire-resistant and specialty cable ranges.
• Prysmian Group: Global leader in energy and telecom cables with full HV/EHV underground and submarine capability. Comparable to KMI across the LV–HV power cable range and the same PLN/utility customer base, but operates at vastly greater scale and global footprint.
• Sumitomo Electric Industries: Diversified Japanese manufacturer with a sizable power cable, overhead conductor and specialty cable business. Competes with KMI in Southeast Asian transmission projects and brings deeper R&D resources for HV and specialty products.
• Furukawa Electric: Japanese cable and optical fiber manufacturer with broad HV power cable, telecom cable, and specialty wire offerings. Comparable to KMI on ACCC-style conductor technology and ASEAN utility tenders, though it operates at global scale.

Emerging players

• KEI Industries: Indian wire and cable manufacturer with HV/EHV cables, house wires and stainless steel wires. Comparable emerging-market peer with similar product breadth, PLN-style utility exposure and recent international expansion ambitions.
• Polycab India: India's largest cable manufacturer with broad LV/MV cables, EPC capability and growing international presence. Comparable in product breadth and emerging-market utility customer mix; larger scale but similar cost-positioning dynamics.

Others

• CTC Global: U.S.-based ACCC conductor technology licensor that KMI partners with. Not a competitor but a critical technology supplier — understanding CTC Global illuminates KMI's ACCC moat and technology roadmap dependencies.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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