Green SM, the Vietnam-based all-electric taxi service, has debuted in Surabaya of Indonesia.
The firm said in a statement on Tuesday that with Surabaya now added to its expanding network, it reaffirms its long-term mission: to make sustainable mobility accessible to everyone while supporting Indonesia’s transition to a cleaner, smarter, and more connected future.
“Our expansion into Surabaya is more than just adding a new city, it reflects a deeper commitment to the people and rhythm of Indonesia’s most dynamic urban centers,” said Deny Tjia, Managing Director of Green SM Indonesia.
“Within just one month, we have expanded to Makassar, Bekasi, and now Surabaya, demonstrating both the strong demand for premium green mobility and our ability to scale rapidly,
“Surabaya, as eastern Java’s commercial hub and international gateway, is the ideal place to demonstrate that electric taxis are not only practical but also establish a new benchmark for sustainable urban mobility,” he added.
Green SM first entered Indonesia in Jakarta in December 2024 with VinFast electric taxis.
Earlier this month, the service expanded to Makassar and Bekasi, demonstrating its adaptability to diverse urban environments, from coastal tourism destinations to industrial commuter corridors.
With its launch in Surabaya, the nation’s second-largest urban hub, Green SM moves from a step-by-step rollout to a true nationwide push for green mobility.
According to the statement, the arrival of Green SM marks a significant milestone for Surabaya, a central economic and trading hub in the eastern part of Java.
With more than 3.8 million vehicles registered in 2024, mostly motorbikes and private cars, the city faces rising congestion and air pollution that challenge both productivity and quality of life.
Green SM’s all-electric fleet also supports Surabaya’s Smart City vision and Indonesia’s carbon-reduction commitments.