PT Bukit Asam Tbk (PTBA) has successfully received five Good Mining Practice (GMP) Awards from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, in Jakarta.

Four awards were earned by PTBA’s Tanjung Enim Mining Unit, including the Main Achievement Award for Mineral and Coal Mining Technical Management, the Main Achievement Award for Mineral and Coal Conservation Management, the Main Achievement Award for Mineral and Coal Mining Standardization and Services Management, and the First Achievement Award for Environmental Management of Mineral and Coal Mining.

Additionally, PTBA’s Tarahan Port Unit received the First Achievement Award for Environmental Management of Mineral and Coal Mining.

The Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Bahlil Lahadalia, emphasized the importance of balancing profit with responsibility towards the environment and local communities. He also highlighted the necessity of post-mining management that prioritizes the well-being of communities.

"Post-mining management is crucial, and the people must also be taken care of. Profits are important, but the welfare of the people should not be neglected. Mining communities should not struggle," said Bahlil in his remarks during the opening of the GMP Award 2024.

Suhedi, PTBA’s Director of Operations & Production, expressed gratitude for the recognition from the Ministry of ESDM. He reaffirmed PTBA's commitment to consistently implementing good mining practices.

“The application of good mining practices ensures that Bukit Asam’s mining operations are effective, efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly. This recognition motivates us to continually improve our Good Mining Practice implementation. By doing so, Bukit Asam can continue to provide sustainable energy that enhances the well-being of communities,” said Suhedi.