8 Largest Coal Mines in Indonesia, from Sumatra to Papua

Coal is also processed into various derivative products, such as coke for metallurgy and Coal gasification to produce liquid or gaseous fuels.

Coal is one of Indonesia's main export commodities and is fundamental to meeting domestic energy needs.

Therefore, the coal industry is strictly managed to support economic sustainability and protect the environment.

Coal companies also collaborate with local governments to improve the economic well-being of communities surrounding mining areas. Programs such as economic empowerment, entrepreneurship training, and restoration of post-mining land are part of their corporate social responsibility.

List of the Largest Coal Mines in Indonesia and Their Production

Several coal mines are well-known and recognized as major players in the international market.

These companies export coal to various countries, including China, India, Japan, the United States, the Middle East, Europe, the United States, and even Africa.

With massive coal processing and exports, many coal companies can produce tens of millions of tons per year.

Here are some of the largest coal mines in Indonesia:

1. PT BUMI RESOURCES TBK (BUMI)

One of the largest coal mines in Indonesia is owned by PT Bumi Resources Tbk (BUMI).

This company, part of the Salim and Bakrie Group, reported a 7% increase in coal production. Production rose from 35.4 million tons in the first half of 2023 to 37.7 million tons in the first half of 2024.

The increase in production was also reflected in increased coal sales in the first half of 2024, reaching 37 million tons, compared to 34.6 million tons the previous year.

The increase in production was influenced by improved contractor performance and lower rainfall in the PT Kaltim Prima Coal (KPC) mining area.

With coal reserves of 2.4 billion tons and potential resources of 6.81 billion tons, the company is optimistic about maintaining production for at least the next 30 years. The average annual production target is 80 million tons.

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