Oriental Kopi Holdings Berhad announced that it is expanding into Indonesia through a strategic joint venture between its wholly-owned subsidiary, Oriental Coffee International Sdn. Bhd. and PT Era Boga Nusantara . EBN, also known as Erajaya Food & Nourishment, forms part of Indonesian retail conglomerate PT Erajaya Swasembada Tbk
Separately, Oriental Coffee International has also entered into a Territory Franchise Agreement with Coffee Time Ltd, a Mauritius-based integrated F&B operator, to bring the Oriental Kopi brand to Mauritius.
As part of the expansion into Indonesia, EBN will hold a 60% equity interest in PT Era Oriental Kopi while Oriental Coffee International will hold the remaining 40%. The collaboration will undertake the establishment, development and operation of Oriental Kopi cafés in Indonesia, with initial expansion focused on the Greater Jakarta area, or Jabodetabek. T
he first outlet is targeted to open by the end of 2026 at Central Park Mall in West Jakarta, one of the city’s most iconic and popular lifestyle and shopping destinations, part of the landmark Podomoro City development. The expansion follows Oriental Kopi’s entry into Singapore and represents the Group’s next step in growing its regional presence.
Managing Director of Oriental Kopi, Dato’ Calvin Chan Jian Chern said, “Our decision was driven not just by market size, but by true market suitability, and above all, by the overwhelming warmth of our Indonesian friends. Our close proximity allows us to preserve what matters most, our authentic Malaysian taste, uncompromising quality, and heartfelt service. Malaysia and Indonesia share a deep love for rich, vibrant flavours. Through this step, we hope to share our culinary heritage directly into the daily lives of millions of Indonesian consumers.”
As for Mauritius, the TFA grants CTL the exclusive right to develop and operate Oriental Kopi restaurants in the country. CTL is an integrated F&B operator active across restaurant operations, food manufacturing, retail, wholesale, and import, export and logistics. The franchise arrangement enables the Group to enter a new international market through an asset-light model.
