“After two years in development, we are excited to announce the release of our PPE (personal protective equipment) product line created and designed to specifically cater to all our current and prospective clients’ needs,” said Martin Candra, director of PT. Ekasurya Inout Indonesia.

Forming deep ties with Japan from the beginning and having Indonesian-based Japanese companies as its most trusted clients, Ekasurya is looking to further expand its relationship with the country as a way to develop its business.

With the company and Indonesia’s economic growth in mind, specifically in the construction and Mining fields, Ekasurya plans on increasing its manufacturing potential and capturing the market through their new product line.

“We want to increase awareness about our company to further develop stronger business relations with Indonesian-based Japanese companies as we grow our manufacturing operations,” said Candra.

 “We owe our sincerest gratitude to the customers we have had the pleasure of working with for the past twenty years. We look forward to maintaining and strengthening these exceptional relationships in the years to come,” he concluded.

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“Since 1991, Japanese partners and clients have been a cornerstone of our operations,” said chief executive Tony Wenas. “Our recent collaboration with Sumitomo Corporation focused on a new project in Indonesia. Japan is also a key export market for us and our close ties to the country remain a vital aspect of our business.”

Meeting Indonesia’s rural population needs remains a challenge. PTFI contributes to several corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects focused on scholarship programs, gender equality initiatives, basic and higher education classes and health care. In addition, PTFI’s business model is focused on sustainable practices.

“We want to grow our business and simultaneously work closely with the communities and people located near our operations,” said Wenas. “At our mine in Papua, forty percent of employees are native Papuan and we are constantly hiring more local people. To succeed in the long-term, we need to contribute to the community. One percent of our revenue is reinvested back into CSR activities and community programs.”

“Since our inception the need for innovation and sustainable growth has been fundamental to our success and will continue to impact our growth. Our focus now is to continue expanding our upstream and downstream operations. We are looking forward to beginning construction our new copper-smelting plant in East Java later in 2020.”

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Today, the company is focusing its efforts on reducing the carbon footprint in its operations and creating environmentally friendly products. These environmentally-friendly products are being used for the packaging sector — which is experiencing vast growth in Indonesia.

“The focus now is to reduce volatile organic compounds emissions and to improve sustainable business practices through innovation from our mother company in Japan as we continue expanding our business in Indonesia,” said Kurnia.

“Our factory is in the process of improving automation as we address the environmental concerns of the industry.”

Not only is Sakata Inx focused on providing sustainable product solutions and environmental stewardship, but it is also committed to improving the sustainability of its work practices and supporting the welfare of the community.

“Through careful supplier selection in line with referrals from Japan, we are continually working to improve all aspects of business operations,” shared Kurnia.

“Our support of a local children’s clinic near our factory in Tangerang, West Jakarta, for seven years now is testament to the commitment we have toward the people who support our business. Our business will grow accordingly as infrastructure improves in Indonesia with the assistance of Japanese companies.”

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“We are working to service the needs of these communities by providing high quality and reliable storage solutions and we hope to be able to collaborate closely with local government organizations in the future.”

Because of its desire to provide the latest in sustainable technology solutions, Mayekawa Indonesia was eventually able to find a solution to improve Indonesia’s access to proper and reliable cold storage, not only in urban areas but in rural areas as well.

Indonesia is currently working with the Japanese government to realize a Joint Crediting Mechanism, a system in which nations cooperate to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

“We deliver hydrofluorocarbon-free and sustainable product options at reasonable prices to customers. We also introduced the Legdas automated chicken deboning machine to the market in 2020. This allows for rapid and more hygienic separation and reduces the need for manual labor,” said Okishio.

As Mayekawa works further on helping to grow Indonesia’s economy, the company is seeing huge potential in the country’s marine industry.

“Indonesia has one of the most biologically diverse marine waters on earth, as well as large oil and gas reserves. These are key factors for serving Japan’s needs for both natural gas and seafood.”

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CSR initiatives include the construction of employee and community homes, machinery donated to schools and colleges, scholarships for students and offering financial support for the development and upkeep of religious buildings.

“Our CSR work is an integral part of Dan Liris. Our factory cannot exist without the support of the local community and we in turn recognize the importance of giving back,” shared Tjokrosaputro.

In 2020, the Dan Liris group also launched its new mission statement, “To be a sustainable Dan Liris: economically, environmentally and socially.”

“In order to sustainably carry out our mission, we started utilizing various wastes, such as cotton, steel wire and patchwork fabric, among other kinds, to be used as the basis for producing different handicrafts for export. We also work with Lurik craftsmen through PT. Efrata Retailindo, processing waste cotton and weaving it into striped fabric so that it can be used for creating stylish clothing,” said Tjokrosaputro.

As head of the company, Tjokrosaputro has always been a passionate CSR innovator. Today, she hopes to inspire the next generation. “While l have received many awards relating to the company’s CSR work, the ‘Top Leader for Corporate Social Responsibility’ that was presented to me earlier this year had the most impact on me. I want to be involved in this aspect of our work because when I see people bettering their lives, it brings me happiness,” she said.

This year, Dan Liris is bringing its retail brand Bateeq to Osaka, Japan. The brand, which was founded in 2013, offers a fresher and more fashionable take on traditional Indonesian batik. The management, production and sales of this brand all originate from the Efrata factory, which currently has 644 employees and offers various sewing products to the Japanese market.

“As a first step towards global expansion, we will extend our services to the Japanese market from a number of overseas destinations. Since the Batik-Java sarasa pattern and the Japanese kimono pattern share striking similarities, we are confident that the Bateeq brand will be a big hit with our Japanese consumers,” stated Tjokrosaputro.

Dan Liris has enjoyed close ties to Japan since 1974 when the company was founded. Today 25 percent of the company’s total exported products are sold in the Japanese market and Japan continues to play an important role in the company’s success.

“Our Japanese partners and clients are very loyal. We have a strong relationship and continue to receive their support,” said Tjokrosaputro.

“We are indebted to our Japanese friends; with their guidance we have improved and grown our business over the years. Today our relationship is based on trust and loyalty and working with our Japanese friends continues to be a most pleasurable experience.”

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Fuji Electric Indonesia is currently experiencing year-on-year growth of over 120 percent. At this rate, projected growth will continue next year, depending on the impact of COVID-19.

“The growth we are experiencing is a testament to Indonesia’s market potential. This direct increase in sales is only a fraction of the potential that this market holds for us,” said Takeuchi.

Observers see huge potential for the company in coming years, especially because of an improved business plan targeted at the local market.

“Through a better and more localized market understanding, along with the use of increased electrical distribution and control systems for infrastructure, our local engineers are able to effectively determine how to best service our clients and their needs.”

As one of Indonesia’s most trusted companies, Fuji Electric Indonesia recognizes the partnership it has with Japan as vital to the accomplishments it will obtain throughout the years.

“Over the next three years and as the market progressively grows, we will invest in the future of our business in Indonesia by providing Japanese standard quality products and services to current and prospective customers,” Takeuchi concluded.

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“All kids should have the opportunity to be given enough support in pursuing their dreams. Education and family have always been a cornerstone of Mitsubishi, and we want to continue uplifting the community around us as they are ultimately the ones we rely on for success,” stated Nakamura.

“Indonesia has a young population and we want to play a key role in making quality education readily available to all.”

One of the company’s core activities in turning this vision into a reality includes holding an annual event where staff become an orphans’ parent or guardian for a day.

“We do this so that children who come from broken homes can feel loved and supported, to keep giving them hope for a better life,” added Nakamura.

With a clear plan to help strengthen Indonesia’s economy and expand its operations in the country, Mitsubishi Motors has been increasing exports and production there since building a factory in 2017, specifically for its flagship small Multi Purpose Vehicle (MPV) Mitsubishi Xpander.

“Indonesia’s market holds huge potential for domestic and export growth thanks to the huge demand for our products in the country,” stated Nakamura.

For Mitsubishi Motors, Indonesia has always presented huge potential in the automotive market and it has ultimately been a major contributor for the company’s growth.

As MMKSI inches toward further growth and development, it is targeting other sectors such as in electric vehicles education, as well as infrastructure digitalization and automation, in which to branch out.

“We are changing the game in this dynamic market. By developing an application to more efficiently serve our customers while investing in other vertical support companies, we have an effective and focused growth strategy for moving forward,” concluded Nakamura.

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