Deputy Minister of Investment/Deputy Head of Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), Todotua Pasaribu, says the Indonesian nickel industry continues to show significant growth, with 54 smelters are in operation − either using High Pressure Acid Leach (HPAL) or Rotary Klin Electric Furnace (RKEF) technology − and 60 others  are in the process of obtaining permits for construction. The government is also trying to ensure that there is support for national mining business actors in the nickel industry ecosystem. Todotua admitted that this sector is a space for discussion and learning for him, especially because even though it is related to minerals, nickel industry operations have their own characteristics. He highlighted that the Ministry of Investment is often considered resistive by mining business actors, especially regarding the revocation and restoration of mining business permits (IUP). Nevertheless, the government remains committed to encouraging downstreaming and creating greater added value for Indonesia's natural resources.Source : https://indonesiabusinesspost.com/3878/policy-and-governance/54-smelters-in-operation-60-in-the-process-of-securing-permits-bkpm (ICE GIACARTA)

Fonte notizia: Indonesia Business Post, 10/03/2025