Press Release

Jakarta, December 2, 2024 - PT Bukit Asam Tbk (PTBA) has received the Tamasya Award for 2024 in the category of Large-Scale Coal Mining Business from the Directorate General of Mineral and Coal (Ditjen Minerba) of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources.

The award was presented by the Deputy Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Yuliot Tanjung, in Jakarta on Tuesday, November 26, 2024.

"We congratulate PTBA for receiving the Tamasya Award 2024. This achievement not only reflects their contributions and dedication but also their hard work and enthusiasm in continuing to contribute to the nation's development. We hope that the Tamasya Award 2024 will motivate all stakeholders to continue contributing and working hard to realize the optimal benefits of the energy and mineral sectors for the community," said Yuliot Tanjung.

Suhedi, Director of Operations and Production at PT Bukit Asam Tbk (PTBA), expressed gratitude and thanks for the award given by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources. The recognition acknowledges PTBA's consistent efforts in implementing various Community Development and Empowerment programs to improve the welfare of communities around its operational areas.

"As part of a State-Owned Enterprise, Bukit Asam is not only focused on the company's financial performance. With Non-stop Energy, Bukit Asam strives to create a positive impact on society at large. We are committed to playing an active role in social and environmental aspects through various initiatives. This is in line with Bukit Asam's Noble Purpose as a member of the MIND ID Group, which is mining for civilization, creating welfare, and building a better future," said Suhedi.

To enhance community welfare, PTBA has developed eight areas of Community Development and Empowerment, which include education, health, real income levels, economic independence, social and cultural development, community participation in environmental management, community institution building, and supporting infrastructure development.

The Tamasya Award 2024 evaluation was carried out by an independent panel of expert assessors, consisting of 13 experts for the coal commodities category and 9 experts for the mineral commodities category.

The Tamasya Award, which concluded the 2024 Minerba Expo, is a government recognition for mining companies in the mineral and coal sectors that have contributed to community development and empowerment, as well as supporting education, social and cultural activities, environmental preservation, and economic improvement in the areas surrounding mining locations.