Inside RKB’s 
Expansion in 
Indonesia
RKB are building on long-
term growth in one of 
ASEAN’s fastest-growing 
industrial economies.
to modernise, the market increasingly 
requires technically advanced and 
reliable solutions, an area where RKB has 
positioned itself strongly, particularly in 
heavy-duty applications.
As one of ASEAN’s largest economies, 
Indonesia is strategically important not 
only for local business development, but 
also as a gateway for regional growth 
across Southeast Asia.
RKB’s approach is based on proximity 
to customers and operational 
responsiveness. Local presence, stock 
availability, fast reaction times, and on-
site technical support remain essential 
for industries where production downtime 
carries significant operational and 
financial consequences.
The strongest demand currently comes 
from the steel sector, especially in cold 
and hot rolling operations for long and 
flat products. Typical applications include 
rolling mill stands, continuous casting 
machines, vertical roll mills, pinion 
RKB’s journey in Indonesia began more 
than 16 years ago, when the country’s 
industrial sector was already showing 
strong potential, particularly in steel and 
cement production. From the beginning, 
the objective was clear: provide 
reliable bearing solutions and technical 
support for industries operating under 
demanding conditions.
Today, Indonesia has become one of 
RKB’s key markets in Southeast Asia. 
The company recently expanded its 
local team and moved into a new office, 
marking another step in strengthening 
its presence in the country. After the first 
months of transition, the organisation is 
now fully operational, and activities are 
running consistently.
Over the years, several market 
developments have confirmed the 
importance of investing in Indonesia. 
Continuous growth in steel, mining, 
cement, and energy has created steady 
demand for high-performance bearings 
and responsive technical service. At 
the same time, major government 
infrastructure projects have accelerated 
industrial activity across the country.
Foreign investment has also played 
an important role in reshaping the 
industrial landscape. As manufacturing 
and processing industries continue 
stands and gearboxes, as well as furnace 
conveyors and cooling beds.
RKB is now focused on consolidating 
its position in the Indonesian market. 
In recent years, the company has 
strengthened brand recognition and 
built solid relationships with several 
strategic customers.
The competitive environment remains 
challenging, with established global 
suppliers and a market that is highly 
sensitive to cost. RKB responds through 
a technical and customer-oriented 
approach, combining on-site support, 
product testing, performance validation, 
and customised engineering solutions. 
Working closely with end users allows 
the company to demonstrate tangible 
operational benefits while building long-
term trust and reliability.
Contact here: 
+62 21 3831 2204 
indonesia@rkbeurope.com 
www.rkbbearings.com
The RKB Indonesia team
The new office facility in  
Indonesia is now fully operational
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