#Mining
Indonesia’s mining royalty hike seen as opportunity to accelerate energy transition
Experts urge the government to channel the increased state revenues, which are expected following the enactment of Government Regulations No. 18/2025 and No. 19/2025 on increasing mineral and coal royalties, towards a just and sustainable energy transition.
Bakamla foils tin ore smuggling attempt in Lingga Islands waters
The Indonesian Maritime Security Agency (Bakamla) has intercepted a wooden vessel suspected of smuggling tin ore without proper documentation in the northern waters of the Karimata Strait, near Lingga Island, Riau Islands Province, on Friday, April 25, 2025.
Concerns mounted over CNI’s smelter operation in Southeast Sulawesi
As PT Ceria Nugraha Indotama (CNI) prepares to launch commercial operations of its upgraded nickel smelter this April 20205, environmental activists are raising concerns over the company's past record and the potential ecological impact of its activities in Kolaka, Southeast Sulawesi.
Pani gold project set to become Indonesia's largest primary gold mine by 2026
Gold mining company PT Merdeka Copper Gold (MDKA) has reported significant progress of the Pani gold project located in Gorontalo Province, which is projected to be the largest primary gold mine in Indonesia.
Banks asked to halt funding for Harita Group over environmental damages incurred
Environmental and human rights advocacy groups have urged banks to cease financial support for mining Harita Group of companies, citing severe environmental and social damages caused by its extractive businesses.
Amman Mineral targets first copper cathode production by end of March
PT Amman Mineral Internasional (AMMAN) targets the initial cathode production from the copper refining and processing facility (smelter) to be carried out by the end of this month as the commissioning phase of the facility is underway.
Walhi blames nickel mining as severe floods hit villages in Morowali
Heavy rainfalls accompanied by strong winds struck Bahodopi Sub-district in Morowali Regency, Central Sulawesi, on Sunday night, March 17, 2025 triggering severe floods in Lalampu and Labota villages, collapsing a number of electricity poles, and forcing residents to evacuate their homes.
Nickel miners ask government to reconsider royalty rate hike
The Indonesian Nickel Miners Association (APNI) has strongly opposed the government's plan to increase mining royalty rates, citing concerns over the heavy financial burden on the industry.
MIND ID strengthens women empowerment in the mining industry
State-owned mining holding company, MIND ID, has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening women empowerment in the mining industry in line with the International Women’s Day celebration on March 8, 2025 and the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs), launched by UN Women and the UN Global Compact to promote gender equality in the workplace.
Macmahon appointed as underground mining contractor for Poboya Gold Project
Mining company PT Bumi Resources Minerals (BRMS), through its subsidiary PT Citra Palu Minerals (CPM), has appointed Macmahon Indonesia as the underground mining contractor for its Poboya Gold Project in Palu, Central Sulawesi.
Who is the New CEO of MIND ID? His Career in Freeport, brother of Indonesia's Minister of Defense
The Indonesian government has appointed Maroef Syamsudin as the new CEO of state-owned mining holding company MIND ID, replacing Hendi Prio Santoso. Lawmakers and industry experts have emphasized that the decision falls entirely under the Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN)'s authority.
PT Timah steps up community partnerships for sustainable tin mining
State-owned tin miner PT Timah is striving to develop tin ore mining governance by implementing a partnership pattern that directly involves the community in accordance with regulations and principles of good mining practice.