Keep Contributing for the Nation, Tjiwi Kimia Mill Celebrates it 51st Anniversary

Asia Pulp & Paper (APP) Sinar Mas Business Unit, PT Tjiwi Kimia Tbk (Tjiwi Kimia), celebrated its 51st Anniversary on October 2, 2023, under the theme "Continuing to Work for the Nation." Tjiwi Kimia organized a series of events involving employees, former employees associated with Tjiwi Kimia, and the local community.

Before the 51st Anniversary celebration, a pre-event was held, featuring a 6S competition, office decoration, as well as 6S video and team spirit activities involving various work divisions.

October 2, 2023

The 51st Anniversary event at Tjiwi Kimia began with the inauguration of a Solar Power Plant (PLTS) on the factory's roof. This is part of Tjiwi Kimia's sustainability efforts as a part of APP Sinar Mas and to support the Indonesian government. In collaboration with SUN Energy, the roof-mounted PLTS was inaugurated by the Governor of East Java, Khofifah Indar Parawansa.

"What Tjiwi Kimia has done serves as a reference, not only for companies in East Java but also in Indonesia," stated Khofifah.

Solar panels were installed on the roofs of 11 buildings within the Tjiwi Kimia area. With an area of approximately 11.4 hectares and a capacity of 9.8 MWp, these solar panels are expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 12,400 tons of CO2e per year.

"With the installation of PLTS, we have entered a new era where renewable energy becomes an integral part of our operations," said Suhendra Wiriadinata, Director of APP Sinar Mas.

October 3, 2023

The anniversary celebration continued with social and humanitarian activities, including a blood donation drive involving 1,051 employees. In collaboration with six PMI (Indonesian Red Cross) branches in East Java (PMI Bojonegoro, Lamongan, Kediri, Mojokerto, Probolinggo, and Pasuruan), all collected blood bags will be distributed to those in need in six districts and cities in East Java.

October 7, 2023

The peak of the 51st Anniversary activities at Tjiwi Kimia was marked by a charity walk involving 3,051 Tjiwi Kimia employees. The walk circled the Tjiwi Kimia factory, covering a distance of 6.5 kilometers. The event featured an open-vehicle and antique motorcycle parade, a costume parade involving employees from various divisions, and the traditional Reog Ponorogo performance to liven up the celebration.

In addition, a UMKM (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises) fair was held, with the participation of 30 UMKMs associated with Tjiwi Kimia employees, former employees, and local residents offering a variety of food and beverage products. This was done in support of advancing these local businesses.

The event concluded with a prize drawing, offering attractive prizes such as electric bicycles and other electronic items.

"The 51st Anniversary celebration is a moment that showcases our unity and spirit, as well as proof that Tjiwi Kimia has risen after the COVID-19 pandemic. With unwavering determination, we demonstrate our ability to contribute and deliver the best. Tjiwi Kimia continues to work for the nation," concluded Beny Haryawan, Public Affairs and Relations Manager at PT Tjiwi Kimia.