Astranauts 2026: Accelerating Digital Transformation and Efficiency to Strengthen the National Economy

JAKARTA: Astra is organizing Astranauts 2026, a national digital innovation competition and technology conference. This annual program seeks fresh ideas and solutions to address business challenges and strengthen Indonesia's digital economy. The 2026 theme, "ACCELERATE 2026: From Pilot to Business Transformation, Boosting Efficiency and Unlocking New Value," highlights the transition from ideation to impactful business implementation.

The program addresses business challenges within the Astra Group by delivering digital solutions that enhance operational efficiency and create tangible benefits for the industry and Indonesian society.

"Astranauts 2026 reflects Astra's commitment to focusing on scalability. We are not just talking about prototypes, but rather how these solutions can be adopted by businesses, as well as how they can improve efficiency and create value for the business," said Chief of Group Digital Strategy Astra Paul Soegianto.

Astranauts 2026 invites innovators to address business challenges from Astra Group companies, including PT Astra Honda Motor (AHM), PT Federal International Finance (FIFGROUP), PT Kalimantan Prima Persada (KPP Mining), PT Pamapersada Nusantara (PAMA), and PT Astra International Tbk - UD Trucks Sales Operation (Astra UD Trucks). The Cross-Industry Challenge seeks solutions in eight key areas: Automotive & Mobility, Financial Services, Heavy Equipment, Mining, Construction & Energy, Agribusiness, Infrastructure, Information Technology, Property, and Healthcare. Registration is open from May 7 to June 14, 2026, at astradigital.id/astranauts.

Astranauts 2026 offers two participant categories: the Product Track for companies and startups with a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and market traction, and the Idea Track for active undergraduate and master's students who will propose innovative solutions to business challenges.

Finalists will receive intensive mentoring from industry experts and leaders, and will pitch their innovations to judges during Demo Day on July 20, 2026. They may also collaborate with the Astra Group, access internship opportunities (for students), and win cash prizes. Winners will be announced on July 21, 2026, at Catur Dharma Hall, Menara Astra, Jakarta.

As part of the awards series, Astranauts 2026 will host the Astranauts Conference, featuring interactive discussions with industry experts on current trends and challenges, with notable speakers including Gita Wirjawan, Raditya Dika, Anthony Amni, Gaery Undarsa, Daniel Minardi, and others.

A Digital & Technology Exhibition will also take place, providing a platform for corporations and the tech community to showcase and collaborate on future-focused solutions and ideas.

In addition to Astra Group companies, Astranauts 2026 engages external partners such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Berca Hardayaperkasa, and others.

Astra's commitment to strengthening Indonesia's technological and digital ecosystem through Astranauts aligns with its goal to prosper with the nation and support Indonesia's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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For further information, please contact:
Windy Riswantyo
Head of Corporate Communications
PT Astra International Tbk
Phone. 021-508-43-888

 

About Astra
Astra is one of Indonesia’s largest public companies, with 322 subsidiaries, joint ventures, and associate entities, and more than 190,000 employees. The company’s diversified business model creates synergies and opportunities across various industrial sectors, including Automotive & Mobility, Financial Services, Heavy Equipment, Mining, Construction & Energy, Agribusiness, Infrastructure, Information Technology, and Property.

Astra has a sustainability framework that includes the Astra 2030 Sustainability Aspirations to guide the Group’s transition toward becoming a more sustainable company by 2030 and beyond. Astra aims to strengthen the resilience of the Indonesian economy while supporting an inclusive and prosperous society.

Astra has a strong track record of public and social contributions through four pillars: health, education, environment, and entrepreneurship, as well as nine foundations that contribute to Indonesia’s economic growth while supporting an inclusive and prosperous society. Established in 2010, the Astra's Semangat Astra Terpadu Untuk (SATU) Indonesia Awards program has recognized 792 young Indonesians at the national and provincial levels. The SATU Indonesia Awards program is integrated with Astra’s wide range of community activities through more than 1,500 Desa Sejahtera Astra and Kampung Berseri Astra in 35 provinces throughout Indonesia.

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