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Mining

Reporting, analysis and data on Indonesia's mining sector.

Stacked nickel cathode plates in a processing facility
Mining

The Nickel Paradox: Low Prices vs. Expanding Smelter Capacity

Explaining why Indonesian producers continue to ramp up output despite global surplus.

Satria Wibowo8 min read1d ago
Coal mining operations
Mining

Adaro Energy to Spin Off Thermal Coal Assets: A Deep Dive

The corporate restructuring that may reshape Indonesia's coal landscape.

22 June 2026 · 9 min

Underground mining operations
Mining

Freeport Secures Grasberg Underground Expansion Permit

Block Cave 2 extension cleared, adding an estimated 12 years of mine life.

21 June 2026 · 6 min

Bauxite refinery plant
Mining

One Year On: The Bauxite Export Ban's Mixed Results

Refining capacity has tripled, but downstream margins remain under pressure.

17 June 2026 · 8 min

Open pit mine
Mining

Vale Indonesia Advances Pomalaa Block Development

Phase-one stripping is underway as offtake partners finalize precursor deals.

14 June 2026 · 6 min

Tin smelter
Mining

Bangka Tin Export Quota Tightened for H2

ESDM moves to align licensed shipments with verified smelter output.

13 June 2026 · 5 min

Gold dore bars
Mining

Papua Gold Output Sets New Quarterly Record

Improved recoveries at deep block contribute to 12% YoY production gain.

12 June 2026 · 5 min

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