Indonesia Suspends 190 Mining Licenses: A Consultant’s Perspective on Risks, Compliance, and the Road Ahead

Reclaiming Responsibility: Indonesia’s Push for Compliance in the Mining Sector

Reclaiming Responsibility: Indonesia’s Push for Compliance in the Mining Sector

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The suspension of 190 mining licenses in Indonesia is more than a regulatory action—it is a call to effort, accountability, and transformation. Mining companies must now commit to placing reclamation guarantees, restoring environmental balance, and rebuilding investor confidence. This decisive move signals a new era where compliance and responsibility define the future of Indonesia’s mining industry.

A Turning Point for Mining Governance

On September 18, 2025, the Indonesian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) through the Directorate General of Mineral and Coal (Minerba) issued a directive under No. T-1533/MB.07/DJB.T/2025. The decision temporarily suspends the operations of 190 mining companies across coal and mineral sectors for failing to fulfill a fundamental obligation: placing their post-mining reclamation guarantees.

As emphasized by Director General Tri Winarno, this measure is not merely punitive—it is corrective. Companies that fail to honor their reclamation commitments endanger the environment, erode public trust, and weaken Indonesia’s credibility in the global market.

Why This Matters

The reclamation guarantee is more than a financial deposit. It represents a company’s effort and commitment to restore the environment, rehabilitate ecosystems, and safeguard communities once mining operations conclude.

  • Environmental liabilities fall on the state and society.
  • Operators risk losing credibility with regulators, investors, and buyers.
  • ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) standards remain unmet, deterring foreign investment.

The suspension therefore signals a clear shift: business continuity in mining is now inseparable from compliance and environmental responsibility.

Consultant Observations

  1. Industry-Wide Warning
    The suspension of 190 IUPs across multiple provinces is a decisive reminder that oversight has intensified, and lapses will not be tolerated.
  2. Investor Implications
    Non-compliant operators face financing challenges, while compliant firms gain competitive ground by being more attractive to buyers and lenders.
  3. Regional and Market Impact
    Temporary supply disruptions may arise in coal-rich provinces such as Jambi, Kalimantan, and South Sumatra. Yet this also creates opportunities for compliant operators to expand market share.

Recommendations for Stakeholders

For Mining Companies

  • Settle Obligations Immediately: Reclamation fund placement should be treated as urgent.
  • Conduct Compliance Audits: Review all legal, environmental, and social obligations to prevent future sanctions.
  • Rebuild Trust: Communicate transparently with partners, financiers, and regulators, supported by documented proof of corrective actions.

For Investors and Buyers

  • Strengthen Due Diligence: Verify the status of IUPs before entering agreements.
  • Diversify Suppliers: Reduce risk exposure by sourcing from fully compliant companies.
  • Seize Market Opportunities: Partner with operators who have strong ESG compliance, ensuring stable long-term supply.

For Regulators

  • Enhance Monitoring Systems: Digital platforms for real-time reporting of reclamation funds could prevent lapses.
  • Balance Penalties with Support: Offer structured payment solutions for smaller firms to avoid sectoral collapse.
  • Promote ESG Alignment: Use this moment to showcase Indonesia’s commitment to responsible and sustainable mining.

Final Clarity

The suspension of 190 mining companies underscores a crucial truth: effort and responsibility go hand in hand with the right to operate.

For mining firms, the path forward requires:

  • Effort in compliance—meeting obligations before production.
  • Effort in sustainability—restoring balance after extraction.
  • Effort in trust-building—proving to investors and communities that the industry values long-term responsibility.

Indonesia’s mining future will not be defined by volume alone, but by the quality of governance, compliance, and resilience shown today. Those who rise to this challenge will lead the next chapter of sustainable resource development.

List of 190 Suspended Mining Companies

  1. PT Sato Mining - Bengkulu (Batu Bara)
  2. PT Anugrah Mining Persada - Jambi (Batu Bara)
  3. PT Bangun Energi Perkasa - Jambi (Batu Bara)
  4. PT Batanghari Energi Prima - Jambi (Batu Bara)
  5. PT Batu Hitam Sukses - Jambi (Batu Bara)
  6. PT Duta Energy Indonesia - Jambi (Batu Bara)
  7. PT Indocomjaya Mulia Perkasa - Jambi (Batu Bara)
  8. PT Mahakarya Abadi Prima - Jambi (Batu Bara)
  9. PT Marga Bara Tambang - Jambi (Batu Bara)
  10. PT Subaru Duta Makmur - Jambi (Batu Bara)
  11. PT Tebo Agung Internasional - Jambi (Batu Bara)
  12. CV Cakra Persada Mandiri - Kalimantan Selatan (Batu Bara)
  13. CV Latanza - Kalimantan Selatan (Batu Bara)
  14. PT Dutadharma Utama - Kalimantan Selatan (Batu Bara)
  15. PT Suryaraya Pusaka - Kalimantan Selatan (Batu Bara)
  16. CV Arjuna - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  17. PT Abe Jaya Perkasa - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  18. PT Ardipo Global Perdana - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  19. PT Bara Barito Perkasa 1 - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  20. PT Bara Prima Mandiri - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  21. PT Berkah Kerja Bersama - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  22. PT Borneo Bara Prima - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  23. PT Cakra Andatu Sukses - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  24. PT Cen Amin Mining - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  25. PT Central Mandiri Sukses - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  26. PT Duhup Lestari - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  27. PT Haka Coal - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  28. PT Jatus Inti Persada - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  29. PT Joloi Jaya Energi - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  30. PT Kurnia Aneka Tambang - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  31. PT Kurnia Hasil - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  32. PT Laung Tuhup Coal - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  33. PT Mitra Tala - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  34. PT Multi Perkasa Lestari - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  35. PT Naan Bara Abadi - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  36. PT Pelita Jaya Prima - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  37. PT Pinang Bara Adipratama - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  38. PT Satriati Jaya Sukses - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  39. PT Sinar Tambang Utama - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  40. PT Sumber Energi Alam Lestari - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  41. PT Tambang Benua Alam Raya - Kalimantan Tengah (Batu Bara)
  42. CV Ayu Wulan Lestari - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  43. CV Gudang Hitam Prima - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  44. CV Karya Putra Bersama - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  45. CV Mangkura - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  46. CV Muhammad Haikal - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  47. CV Rahmat - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  48. CV Rahmat Nikmat - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  49. Koperasi Banua Bersama - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  50. Koperasi Pertambangan Mupakat Taka - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  51. Koperasi Pertanian Amanah Bersama - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  52. KSU Cipta Karya Tani - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  53. KSU Gelinggang Mandiri - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  54. KSU Karya Desa - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  55. KSU Putra Mahakam Mandiri - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  56. KSU Tana Danum Taka - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  57. KUD Padat Karya - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  58. PT Alam Surya - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  59. PT Ayus Putra Perkasa - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  60. PT Borneo Indo Mineral - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  61. PT Bramudana - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  62. PT Dian Jaya Artha - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  63. PT Energi Cahaya Industritama - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  64. PT Jaya Mineral - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  65. PT Kevindo Ratu Mineral - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  66. PT Lunto Bioenergi Prima - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  67. PT Megatama Power Engineering - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  68. PT Mitra Energi Agung - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  69. PT Mitra Handayani Sejahtera - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  70. PT Mitramega Ocean Global Indonesia - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  71. PT Multi Sarana Perkasa - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  72. PT Pelita Makmur Sejahtera - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  73. PT Sela Bara - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  74. PT Sentosa Bara Jaya Utama - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  75. PT Surya Cipta Mahakam - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  76. PT Tambang Mulia - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  77. PT Zefina Bara Energi - Kalimantan Timur (Batu Bara)
  78. PT Amarta Teknik Indonesia - Kalimantan Utara (Batu Bara)
  79. PT Anugrah Riau Coal - Riau (Batu Bara)
  80. PT Aspal Buton Nasional - Sulawesi Tenggara (Aspal)
  81. PT Expertindo Solusi Pratama - Sulawesi Tenggara (Aspal)
  82. PT Summitama Intinusa - Sulawesi Tenggara (Aspal)
  83. KUD Kunangan - Sumatra Barat (Batu Bara)
  84. PT Astrindo Gita Mandiri - Sumatra Barat (Batu Bara)
  85. PT Kelola Sumber Daya Nagari - Sumatra Barat (Batu Bara)
  86. PT Thomas Jaya Trecimplant Abadi - Sumatra Barat (Batu Bara)
  87. PT Adi Coal Resources - Sumatra Selatan (Batu Bara)
  88. PT Energi Inti Bara Pratama - Sumatra Selatan (Batu Bara)
  89. PT Karya Perintis Sejati - Sumatra Selatan (Batu Bara)
  90. PT Lion Power Energy - Sumatra Selatan (Batu Bara)
  91. PT Mura Reksa CBM - Sumatra Selatan (Batu Bara)
  92. PT Primaraya Energi - Sumatra Selatan (Batu Bara)
  93. PT Sumber Daya Persada - Sumatra Selatan (Batu Bara)
  94. PT Faminglevto Baktiabadi - Bengkulu (Mineral)
  95. Kelompok Sinar Tambang - Gorontalo (Mineral)
  96. PT Jihua Biotech Industry - Gorontalo (Mineral)
  97. PT Sitasa Energi - Jambi (Mineral)
  98. PT Barata Guna Perkasa - Kalimantan Barat (Mineral)
  99. PT Kendawangan Putra Lestari - Kalimantan Barat (Mineral)
  100. PT Kurnia Jaya Raya - Kalimantan Barat (Mineral)
  101. PT Mekko Metal Mining - Kalimantan Barat (Mineral)
  102. PT Pelangi Anugrah Jaya - Kalimantan Barat (Mineral)
  103. PT Redland Mitra Digdaya - Kalimantan Barat (Mineral)
  104. PT Sinar Karya Mandiri Lestari - Kalimantan Barat (Mineral)
  105. PT Sumber Bumi Marau - Kalimantan Barat (Mineral)
  106. PT Alam Sutera - Kalimantan Tengah (Mineral)
  107. PT Feron Tambang Kalimantan - Kalimantan Tengah (Mineral)
  108. PT Kotabesi Iron Mining - Kalimantan Tengah (Mineral)
  109. PT Kuba Prima Mining - Kalimantan Tengah (Mineral)
  110. PT Mulia Jaya Mobillindo - Kalimantan Tengah (Mineral)
  111. CV Harapan Muda Perkasa - Bangka Belitung (Mineral)
  112. CV HPM Beltim - Bangka Belitung (Mineral)
  113. PT Babel Sumber Pratama Mineral - Bangka Belitung (Mineral)
  114. PT Belitung Industri Sejahtera - Bangka Belitung (Mineral)
  115. PT Bukit Timah - Bangka Belitung (Mineral)
  116. PT Cahaya Surya Timah Indotama - Bangka Belitung (Mineral)
  117. PT Indo Timah Cahaya Mulia - Bangka Belitung (Mineral)
  118. PT Indo Timah Sukses Sampoerna - Bangka Belitung (Mineral)
  119. PT Karunia Anugerah Alam - Bangka Belitung (Mineral)