Jakarta, Indonesia, 25 June 2026 — Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, continues its long-standing commitment to youth empowerment through the 2026 FedEx/Junior Achievement International Trade Challenge (FedEx/JA ITC). This year’s challenge once again drew ambitious young entrepreneurs from across Indonesia, six of whom have earned the chance to represent the country at the Asia Pacific regional finals in Singapore this August.
Now in its 6th year, the FedEx/JA ITC program in Indonesia is designed to build entrepreneurial thinking and global business acumen among secondary school students. Delivered in collaboration with Prestasi Junior Indonesia, a non-profit organization dedicated to preparing young Indonesians to succeed in a global economy, the program offers students a practical look at international trade through hands-on workshops and team-based challenges.
This year’s competition challenged students to develop a Market Entry Strategy Plan (MESP) for artificial intelligence (AI)-powered warehouse drones aimed at improving inventory accuracy and accelerating fulfillment speed in Vietnam’s rapidly growing e-commerce sector. Their ideas showcased critical thinking, creativity and a deep understanding of technology-led business solutions relevant to today’s global landscape.
The six students representing Indonesia at the 2026 regional finals are:
Team: Gartixx
Names of students: Farra Santoso, Celine Junus
School: SMA Jakarta Intercultural School
Product name: Gartixx (Garuda Logistixx) AI Warehouse Drones
Product presented: Gartixx is an integrated system of AI-powered autonomous warehouse drones designed specifically for large, high-clearance indoor warehouse environments. The product combines autonomous drone hardware with an AI analytics platform for ultra-fast inventory scanning and real-time stock tracking without requiring any layout or infrastructure modifications. Additionally, it features a cloud-based fleet management interface that seamlessly integrates with existing Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Team: AERVOX
Names of students: Ariel Lukman, Rayden Cleverson Suhardi
School: Tunas Muda School Meruya
Product name: Aervox AI warehouse drones
Product presented: AERVOX is an integrated warehouse operation system that combines AI-powered autonomous indoor drones with an advanced analytics platform. Utilizing computer vision and SLAM-based autonomous mapping, this lightweight drone (under 250g) is designed to navigate narrow aisles without requiring warehouse layout modifications. The product serves multi-purpose utilities, including real-time SKU-level inventory scanning, small-to-medium payload transportation (shelf-to-station delivery), visual audit tracking, and predictive stock management via a centralized dashboard interface.
Team: SkyVision
Names of students: Xavier Akbar Zulfikar, Dimas Mahadi Waranggana
School: SMAN 16 Surabaya
Product name: SkyVision (SkyVision Ground Control Station) AI Warehouse Drones
Product presented: SkyVision is a turnkey autonomous warehouse drone ecosystem that seamlessly integrates industrial-grade drone hardware with proprietary Ground Control Station (GCS) operational stabilization software. The system features Human-Centric Automation, transforming traditional operators into Mission Supervisors; One-Touch Navigation, simplifying complex indoor maneuvers into single-command controls; and AI-Driven Signal Resilience, which maintains stable autonomous connectivity in metal-heavy, high-interference environments where conventional indoor GPS signals fail. Additionally, it utilizes an Edge Capture workflow with a dual-camera system (RGB + IR depth) and an on-board mini-computer to process inventory data instantly in real-time, delivering up to 99.3%+ scanning accuracy without continuous cloud dependency.
At the regional finals, the Indonesian team will work alongside students from across Asia Pacific including Hong Kong, Malaysia, Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. Competing internationally pushes students further than the classroom alone, giving them the chance to present their ideas before peers from a wide range of markets. Finalists will also meet FedEx leaders and industry practitioners, adding a real-world dimension to what they have learned.
“Indonesia is home to one of the largest and fastest-growing digital economies in the region, and the next generation will be the ones defining what that looks like. As technologies such as AI continue to reshape industries and transform how businesses operate, the ability to think critically and adapt quickly has never been more valuable,” said Garrick Thompson, managing director of FedEx Indonesia. “It has been encouraging to see students demonstrate exactly these qualities throughout this year’s challenge. We are proud to support a program that helps young Indonesians build the confidence and skills to compete and even lead on the global stage.”
“Real-world learning experiences are essential in preparing young people for an ever-changing future. Through the FedEx/JA International Trade Challenge, students are encouraged to think like global business leaders—identifying opportunities, solving problems, and collaborating across diverse perspectives. We hope this experience will inspire confidence and empower Indonesian youth to become innovators and leaders who are ready to thrive in the global economy,” said Utami Anita Herawati, Executive Director of Prestasi Junior Indonesia.
Since 2021, the FedEx/JA ITC program has reached over 3,212 Indonesian students, nurturing a generation of forward-thinking youth with the drive to innovate and lead. Over the years, Indonesian participants have also made their mark on the regional stage, with Indonesian students earning three Top 3 placements across the 2021 and 2023 regional finals. These achievements reflect the strong, ongoing collaboration between FedEx and Prestasi Junior Indonesia in fostering innovation and preparing tomorrow’s leaders.
More information about the 2026 FedEx/JA ITC can be found on the JA Indonesia website: https://www.prestasijunior.org/
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About FedEx / Junior Achievement International Trade Challenge
Sponsored by FedEx for 6 years, the FedEx / JA ITC program is held in collaboration with JA Indonesia, one of the world’s largest non-governmental organizations dedicated to addressing fundamental social and economic challenges of young people through a series of in-school and after-school programs. The FedEx /JA ITC provides the platform for students to gain first-hand experience of international trade and entrepreneurship, while cultivating a business mindset.
About Federal Express Corporation
Federal Express Corporation is one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, providing fast and reliable delivery to more than 220 countries and territories. Federal Express Corporation uses a global air-and-ground network to speed delivery of time-sensitive shipments by a definite time and date.
About Prestasi Junior Indonesia
Prestasi Junior Indonesia (PJI; Yayasan Prestasi Junior Gemilang Indonesia) is part of one of the world’s largest youth-serving NGOs, JA Worldwide, dedicated to preparing young people for employability, entrepreneurship, and financial success. Since 2006, we have delivered hands-on, immersive learning in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, work readiness, sustainability, STEM, and other future-ready competencies to more than 2 million students, university students, young people, and young entrepreneurs across Indonesia. For the past seven consecutive years, PJI and the JA network have been recognized by Geneva-based thedotgood as the #5 most impactful social organizations in the world. For more information, please visit www.prestasijunior.org.