The National Logistics Community (NLC) celebrated its third anniversary with the theme "Stronger Than Ever" at the Santika Premiere Hotel, Harapan Indah City, Bekasi, yesterday (September 19th). The event featured two discussion sessions on legal protection in the logistics industry and the importance of safe freight transportation.

The first session featured Reza Novandi, Managing Partner of RINCO Lawyers, on "Legal protection strategies for logistics entrepreneurs," Tiffany Octaviana, Head of SME Bureau Credit Bureau Indonesia, on "Legal background checks on business partners' financial condition," Diandra Bernadin, Head of Marketing at Jack, on "Money transfer solutions: safe & economical," and Kelik Eko Raharjo, CEO of GLR Group, on "The importance of ISO certification for logistics companies."

Then, in the second discussion, Beni Cahyadi, Head of the LSP EMI Scheme, delivered a speech on "Driving safety as a key aspect of the logistics business," Radika Permana, Area Fleet Manager at Wuling Kumala, delivered a speech on "Electric vehicles for logistics: environmentally friendly and efficient," Naresh Kumar, CEO of Kinovasi, delivered a speech on "Digitalization: the key to transformation for logistics companies," and Imanuel Hendarto, Executive Consultant at Inoversi, delivered a speech on "Personal branding for logistics companies."

"This NLC anniversary celebration is different from previous ones. Previously, it was more fun, but now it's more educational. The event's theme is that NLC aims to elevate its members' business class. The NLC's purpose is to make logistics MSMEs more professional," said Angga Purnama, Chairman of NLC.

He added that the discussion topics raised are indeed issues among logistics players. For example, regarding the potential for late or even default payments from logistics customers. Through this discussion, it is hoped that attendees will be enlightened and find solutions.

"We all know that the logistics business relies heavily on long-term payments. So, if payments aren't made, the company's cash flow will be disrupted. Therefore, we've brought in lawyers who understand the logistics industry to educate them on proper collection practices, including drafting agreement clauses that won't potentially create losses," he said.

Mitra EV Offers Eco-Friendly Fleet

The NLC anniversary celebration was held in collaboration with Wuling Kumala (Kumala Group), the main sponsor. The event showcased the Wuling Mitra EV, an electric commercial van slated for release in Indonesia on July 11, 2025, available in Blind Van and Mini Bus variants.

This vehicle is intended to be an efficient and environmentally friendly operational vehicle solution for businesses in Indonesia, in line with the slogan "One Partner, Many Solutions." Wuling has also collaborated with service providers such as Pos Indonesia and culinary entrepreneurs to develop a bodywork application suitable for Mitra EV.

"Our hope is that by participating in this event, we can continue to collaborate with NLC and other logistics business partners. This will enable them to find solutions for our vehicles. We promote green mobility, enabling logistics businesses to advance in their respective fields, in line with the event's theme," explained Radika Permana, Area Fleet Manager at Wuling Kumala.