Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry set 2026 nickel production quota at 250–260 million tons, aligned with smelter capacity to balance supply and demand. Current nickel prices rose to US$17,000–18,000 per ton from 2025’s average of US$14,000–14,800. Approval of mining work plans (RKAB) is under evaluation, with temporary limits allowing only 25% of approved volumes until March 2026. Industry groups warn stricter rules may pressure miners’ margins despite supporting sustainable nickel development.Source: https://industri.kontan.co.id/news/kuota-produksi-nikel-nasional-2026-dibatasi-260-juta-ton-jadi-batas-atas (ICE GIACARTA)

Fonte notizia: Kotan, 15 January 2026