Key Point: Aiming to Expand Participation Opportunities in Government Projects and Accelerate Maintenance Operations
Tokyo, October 16, 2025 – Terra Drone Corporation, a leading drone and Urban Air Mobility (UAM) technology company headquartered in Japan, is pleased to announce that its Indonesian subsidiary, Terra Drone Indonesia, has obtained TKDN certification for its in-house developed agricultural drone, the G20. TKDN is a certification system administered by the Indonesian government that evaluates the proportion of domestic components and labor used in a product, granting certification to those that meet specific local content standards. By acquiring this certification, Terra Drone Indonesia will not only gain greater opportunities to participate in government and public sector projects, but also improve the maintenance efficiency through easier procurement of locally sourced components. Building on this achievement, Terra Drone Indonesia will further expand its drone-based spraying services in the agricultural field, and continue contributing to the advancement of Indonesia’s domestic industries through sustainable business development.
About TKDN Certification
TKDN (Tingkat Komponen Dalam Negeri) is a certification system in Indonesia that evaluates the proportion of locally sourced materials, components, and labor used in a product. The products are certified based on the standards set by the Ministry of Industry of Indonesia, following evaluation and registration by designated inspection bodies. TKDN certification is often a requirement or a preferential criterion for participation in government and public sector projects, making certified products gain expanded opportunities to be involved in such initiatives.
The system aims to promote domestic industry development, strengthen local supply chains, and create employment opportunities in Indonesia. By increasing the proportion of locally sourced components in key sectors such as government and public projects, the system encourages greater involvement of local companies in manufacturing, maintenance, and service operations, enhancing the country’s long-term industrial competitiveness.
Background and Overview of the Certification
Terra Drone has been providing drone-based pesticide and fertilizer spraying services in Indonesia, one of the world’s leading producers of palm oil, accounting for roughly 60% of global output. These services support the cultivation and pest control of oil palm plantations, the primary source of palm oil. Using its proprietary high-precision agricultural drones, the company enables accurate and targeted spraying across specific areas.
The “G20”, which recently obtained TKDN certification, is a large-capacity agricultural drone equipped with a 20 kg / 20 L tank, capable of covering extensive farmland for pesticide and fertilizer spraying. It features multiple advanced flight modes, including automatic route generation, obstacle avoidance, and terrain-following flight, allowing stable operation even in terraced or uneven landscapes such as hills or slopes. It also features a user-friendly design focused on field practicality, including water and dust resistant construction and a plug-in system that allows quick replacement of the tank and battery.
To obtain the certification, Terra Drone began supplier selection and technical verification in March 2025. By incorporating Terra Drone Group’s quality standards and optimizing the local sourcing of multiple components, including small consumable parts such as hoses, the company improved the product’s domestic content. As a result, the G20 achieved a 31.26% local content ratio, exceeding the 30% requirement for drone TKDN certification, and successfully obtained TKDN certification following evaluation and registration by a designated inspection body.
By making it easier to procure parts domestically, the company can reduce maintenance time for activities such as component replacement and repair, thereby minimizing service downtime. In addition, the certification is expected to expand opportunities for participation in government and public sector projects.
Future Outlook
To further enhance its competitiveness in the Indonesian market, Terra Drone aims to increase the local content ratio of the G20 to 50% in the future. The company also plans to expand TKDN certification to additional agricultural drone models, broadening its certified product lineup. Through these efforts, Terra Drone Indonesia will continue to expand its drone-based pesticide spraying services and contribute to the growth of Indonesia’s domestic industries through sustained business development.
About Terra Drone Indonesia
Terra Drone Indonesia is a subsidiary of the Terra Drone Corporation and a provider of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) services, operating in the surveying, inspection, and agriculture sectors across Southeast Asia. In addition to drone-based mapping, modeling, inspection, monitoring, and pesticide/fertilizer spraying, it also provides training and consulting services for businesses utilizing drones.
We also offer “Terra Agri,” a drone-based agricultural service focused primarily in Indonesia, which includes pesticide spraying and mapping. In our agricultural operations, we have conducted flights over a cumulative area of more than 200,000 hectares, with up to 4,000 flights per day. Through high-precision pesticide spraying, we have achieved up to a 30% reduction in costs and have deployed over 150 drones to date. For more information, please visit https://terra-drone.co.id/
About Terra Drone Corporation
Terra Drone Corporation, headquartered in Japan, is a global leader in drone and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) solutions. Dedicated to the mission of “Unlock ‘X’ Dimensions”, the company is committed to creating a prosperous future by “crossing” bridges—integrating diverse fields to foster innovation and find solutions. Specializing in surveying, inspections, agriculture, and UAS Traffic Management (UTM), Terra Drone serves industries such as oil and gas, construction, chemicals, energy, and agriculture.
With a portfolio of over 3,000 completed projects worldwide, Terra Drone has achieved significant milestones in the drone operations field. In July 2023, the company acquired a majority stake in Unifly, a world-leading provider of UTM platform, with deployments in over eight countries, followed by an investment in U.S.-based Aloft Technologies in February 2024, further expanding its capabilities in UTM.Terra Drone was listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market (Stock Code: 278A) on November 29, 2024. It also secured top spot in Global Drone Service Provider Rankings for 2024. Furthermore, at the Japan Startup Awards 2025 hosted by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), Terra Drone was honored with the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) Award in recognition of its initiatives addressing social challenges in the infrastructure and transportation sector.
Recognized by Drone Industry Insights as one of the top three industrial drone service providers globally for five consecutive years, Terra Drone aims to build the digital infrastructure necessary to unlock the full potential of drones and AAM solutions. For more information, please visit our website: http://www.terra-drone.net
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