#Mining
Government agency files complaint with ESDM over alleged long-running illegal bauxite mining
The Riau Islands chapter of the National Asset Research Agency (BAPAN) has filed a complaint with investigators at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), alleging years-long illegal bauxite mining operation in West Kalimantan and illicit sales routed through Riau Islands.
Environmental group blames extractive industries for deadly North Sumatra floods
The North Sumatra chapter of the Indonesia Environmental Forum (Walhi) has accused extractive companies operating in the Tapanuli region of driving severe environmental destruction that triggered recent disasters across Sumatra.
Martabe Gold Mine operator responds to deadly floods, rejects claims linking site to disaster
PT Agincourt Resources (PTAR), operator of the Martabegold mine in South Tapanuli, North Sumatra, has expressed condolences over the devastating floods and landslides that struck several regencies in North Sumatra, while firmly denying allegations that its operations were linked to the disaster.
Indonesian downstream strategy strains spur shift to Philippine nickel ore
Indonesia’s nickel industry is increasingly importing ore from the Philippines to keep its expanding network of smelters operating, a development industry players say signals structural strain in the country’s downstream industrialization agenda.
Sun Energy pushes green mining transition with solar, electrification solutions
Renewable energy developer Sun Energy is strengthening its role in Indonesia’s industrial decarbonization push by rolling out a suite of green mining solutions aimed at reducing emissions, improving energy efficiency and advancing sustainable practices in the extractive sector.
Coal output to hit 2025 target, despite increasing costs and policy instability
Indonesia’s coal sector is expected to meet the government’s 2025 production target despite a significant drop from last year’s output, according to the Indonesian Coal Mining Association (APBI).
No evidence of heavy metal contamination in Obi tuna exports: Ministry
The Quality Assurance Agency at the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries says it has not received any official confirmation of heavy metal contamination in tuna or other seafood products sourced from Obi Island despite questions raised last year by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Merdeka Copper Gold to invest US$1.5 B in Tujuh Bukit underground copper mine
Mining company PT Merdeka Copper Gold (MDKA), part of the Saratoga Group owned by Garibaldi “Boy” Thohir, plans to invest around US$1.5 billion (Rp25.02 trillion) to develop the Tujuh Bukit underground copper mine in Banyuwangi, East Java.
Police raid illegal sand mines in Mount Merapi National Park
Specific Crimes Directorate at the National Police’s Crime Investigation Agency, in coordination with the Mount Merapi National Park Authority, the Central Java Provincial Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Agency, and other related institutions, launched an operation against illegal sand mining activities within the Mount Merapi National Park in Magelang, Central Java, on Monday, November 3, 2025.
PT Timah appoints a retired general as Director of Operation and Commercial Affairs
State-owned tin miner PT Timah (TINS) appointed retired Major General Handy Geniardi as the company’s new Director of Operation and Commercial Affairs, replacing Nur Adi Kuncoro, in an Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders held on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
Freeport reports sharp drop in copper and gold production after Grasberg landslide
Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) has reported a significant decline in copper and gold production during the first nine months of 2025, with output dropping nearly 30 percent year-on-year, largely due to a landslide at its Grasberg mine in Central Papua on September 8, 2025.
Police’s anti-crime agency uncovers 1,517 illegal mining sites across Indonesia
The National Police’s Crime Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) has identified 1,517 illegal mining operations (PETI) still active across Indonesia, with the highest concentration located in North Sumatra and West Java.