During this period, various stages of equipment and infrastructure testing will be conducted to ensure all systems operate optimally before commencing commercial production.

“One of the stages in this commissioning process is the introduction of copper concentrate as smelter feed. Meanwhile, the first production of copper cathodes from the smelter is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2024,” Rachmat noted.

In 2023, AMNT contributed 82% to the Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) of West Sumbawa Regency.

To undertake the construction of this smelter, AMNT collaborates with international contractors, including China Non-ferrous Metal Industry’s Foreign Engineering and Construction Co., Ltd (NFC) and PT Pengembangan Industri Logam (PT PIL).

“We hope this project will become one of the fastest-built double-flash smelting facilities outside China,” Rachmat remarked.

The company has obtained the National Vital Object Security Management System (SMP Obvitnas) certification from the National Police Headquarters, with a Gold category and a compliance score of 90.44%. This certification is based on Presidential Decree No. 63 of 2004 and Indonesian National Police Regulation No. 7 of 2019, which regulate the security of national vital objects.

Rachmat emphasized that this certification underscores the company’s commitment to implementing best practices in security management.

“This achievement is also a strategic step in eliminating potential threats and disturbances, as well as systematically enhancing operational security,” Rachmat said.

Additionally, the company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding and Technical Work Guidelines for National Vital Object Security Services with the West Nusa Tenggara Regional Police to bolster security and supervision during the smelter’s construction. This step aligns with the company’s efforts to strengthen its newly certified security management system. (Uki Ruknuddin)

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