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Padel courts rise in Jakarta to meet surging demand

In June, the Indonesian Padel Association (PBPI) reported that Indonesia now has 133 padel courts, with 40 percent located in Greater Jakarta and 30 percent in Bali.

A rooftop view of House of Padel’s court at Agora Mall, South Jakarta.

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Prolonged Freeport smelter shutdown frees up scarce ore for copper market

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Farmer-trader trains to strengthen rural supply chains

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An employee arranges rupiah banknotes at Bank Mandiri in Jakarta on June 23, 2022. Currencies in Southeast Asia and around the world have dropped against the United States dollar this year as the Federal Reserve has hiked rates particularly fast.

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The 2024 banking industry outlook

There are two situations in 2024 that will affect the condition of national banking; first, the general election; second, indications of a weakening global economy.

Handcrafted: Everything about the recreation car is mainly made up by hands, therefore the process of creating a car could take from six months to one year period. (JP/Yohana Belinda)

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Tuksedo gives cars from the past a brand-new future

A family-owned workshop in Bali recreates classic cars for discerning customers and is now looking to include EV options.

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Indonesia, ExxonMobil sign agreement on CCS, petrochemical projects

The government, along with state-owned oil and gas corporation Pertamina, inked two agreements with United States oil and gas giant ExxonMobil pertaining to advancing the progress on carbon capture storage (CCS) projects and exploring a potential petrochemical complex in Indonesia.

Global, then local: Kurobokan founder Paulus Hyu plays with his French bulldog, which inspired his Nimbus series. While the company relies mainly on overseas buyers, Paulus believes more customers enthusiastic about collectibles will emerge in and grow the domestic market.

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From Frenchie to fortune: Kurobokan spotlights Indonesia-designed toys

With quirky collectibles, Kurobokan puts Indonesia on the map in the so-called kidult market, proving that toys are for everyone, no matter their age.

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Semiconductor chips are seen on a circuit board of a computer in this illustration picture taken on Feb. 25, 2022.

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US wants equity stakes in chip makers for CHIPS Act cash grants, sources say

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is looking into the government taking equity stakes in Intel as well as other chip companies in exchange for grants under the CHIPS Act that was meant to spur factory-building around the country, two sources said.

A Pelita Air Airbus A320 aircraft lands at Soekarno Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Banten, on April 11, 2022.

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Pelita Air makes international debut with Jakarta–Singapore flight

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Pelita Air makes international debut with Jakarta–Singapore flight

Pelita Air’s entry follows the availability of additional slots at Changi after Jetstar Asia’s closure in July.

CEO of SoftBank Masayoshi Son speaks during the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute Priority Summit in Miami Beach, Florida, US, on Feb. 21, 2025.

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SoftBank to invest $2b in Intel to become top-10 shareholder

SoftBank Group is buying a US$2 billion equity stake in Intel, a move that will make it a top-10 shareholder and provide a powerful ally to the struggling US chipmaker.

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Independence Day: Gojek empowers local tech talent in driving innovation for Indonesia

As Indonesia marks its 80th Independence Day, Gojek reiterated its focus on strengthening the country’s digital ecosystem by nurturing local technology talent.

Two Air Canada planes stand on the tarmac of Pierre-Elliott Trudeau Airport in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, on Aug. 15, 2025. Air Canada's flight attendants went on strike Saturday, as the airline announced a complete shutdown of operations, creating summer travel chaos for its 130,000 daily passengers.

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Air Canada flight attendants strike over pay, shutting down service

Air Canada's flight attendants went on strike Saturday, as the airline announced a complete shutdown of operations, creating summer travel chaos for its 130,000 daily passengers.

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GE HealthCare international president and CEO Elie Chaillot.

GE HealthCare eyes Indonesia as regional hub for medical device exports

GE HealthCare, in partnership with PT Kalbe Farma subsidiary Forsta, inaugurated Indonesia’s first CT scanner factory on June 2. GE HealthCare international president and CEO Elie Chaillot spoke to The Jakarta Post’s Ruth Dea Juwita two days later about the global medical technology company’s further plans in Indonesia’s burgeoning medical equipment industry.

Lev Kroll, CEO of Nuanu Creative City, poses for a photo.

Bali’s Nuanu seeks investors that look beyond profit

Lev Kroll, CEO of Nuanu, explains the company’s strategic vision for a commercial and residential development project in Bali’s Tabanan regency, and how other investors can get engaged.

Chat Luangarpa, president commissioner of Bank Maspion, which was acquired by Thaiand's Kasikornbank in 2022.

Executive Column: Being a small bank makes no sense, says KBank

Bank Maspion president commissioner Chat Luangarpa, who also serves as executive vice president of Kasikorbank (KBank), explains why the Bangkok-based lender acquired the local bank and how it aims to triumph in Indonesia’s competitive banking landscape.

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FLSmidth sees energy transition driving global minerals demand

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Digibank ‘marathon’ has only just begun, Superbank says

Inchcape bets big on Indonesia

Rajeev Menon, president of Marriott International for the Asia Pacific excluding China, poses for a photo.

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Marriott International seeks to capitalize on travel recovery, demographic shifts

Rajeev Menon, president of Marriott International in the Asia Pacific excluding China, shared insight on the recovery of hotel occupancy in Indonesia and how the company seeks to grow in new destinations.

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Collected waste is dropped off at Bali Waste Cycle (BWC)'s processing facility in Klungkung regency, Bali.

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Bali Waste Cycle aims to scale up to make recycling profitable

Born out of Bali’s growing trash problem, Bali Waste Cycle (BWC) seeks to expand its business, balancing profit, purpose and sustainability.

A customer explores fragrances at Oaken Lab's artisan perfumery in Pererenan, Bali.

Oaken Lab brings fresh scent to Indonesia’s perfume market

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Oaken Lab brings fresh scent to Indonesia’s perfume market

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Coffee chain Tuku seeks perfect blend for expansion

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Studio Ubud awakens Indonesian anime

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Teck Seng Ho: Understanding client needs crucial for sustaining Sun Life Indonesia

Newly appointed Sun Life Indonesia president director Teck Seng Ho has expressed positivity about the company’s client-friendly work environment.

Leading Indosat's growth to empower Indonesia, Vikram Sinha named 2023 CEO of the Year

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (Indosat) continues to record splendid operational and financial performances following its recent merger. Embracing the spirit of Gotong Royong, Indosat has a greater goal of empowering Indonesia.

Securing Indonesians’ future through innovation, teamwork

PT Asuransi Allianz Life Indonesia has recently appointed Alexander Grenz as Country Manager and President Director of Allianz Life Indonesia. After obtaining a permit from the Financial Services Authority (OJK), he took the role on April 7, where he will be managing Allianz's operational activities

Nicknamed Mel by her close acquaintances, Melissa is the new president of the GoTo e-commerce business unit, known to the wider public as Tokopedia and part of Indonesia’s largest digital ecosystem.

Melissa Siska Juminto and the journey of growth and excellence

In an age of instant gratification, trusting the process has become somewhat of a rare quality. This is not the case for Melissa Siska Juminto.

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Padel courts rise in Jakarta to meet surging demand

Prolonged Freeport smelter shutdown frees up scarce ore for copper market

Farmer-trader trains to strengthen rural supply chains

Industries reel from prolonged gas shortage

Editor's Picks

The 2024 banking industry outlook

Tuksedo gives cars from the past a brand-new future

Indonesia, ExxonMobil sign agreement on CCS, petrochemical projects

From Frenchie to fortune: Kurobokan spotlights Indonesia-designed toys

Companies Updates

US wants equity stakes in chip makers for CHIPS Act cash grants, sources say

Pelita Air makes international debut with Jakarta–Singapore flight

Pelita Air makes international debut with Jakarta–Singapore flight

SoftBank to invest $2b in Intel to become top-10 shareholder

Independence Day: Gojek empowers local tech talent in driving innovation for Indonesia

Air Canada flight attendants strike over pay, shutting down service

Executive Column

GE HealthCare eyes Indonesia as regional hub for medical device exports

Bali’s Nuanu seeks investors that look beyond profit

Executive Column: Being a small bank makes no sense, says KBank

FLSmidth sees energy transition driving global minerals demand

Digibank ‘marathon’ has only just begun, Superbank says

Inchcape bets big on Indonesia

Marriott International seeks to capitalize on travel recovery, demographic shifts

Think Big

Bali Waste Cycle aims to scale up to make recycling profitable

Oaken Lab brings fresh scent to Indonesia’s perfume market

Oaken Lab brings fresh scent to Indonesia’s perfume market

Coffee chain Tuku seeks perfect blend for expansion

Studio Ubud awakens Indonesian anime

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Leading Indosat's growth to empower Indonesia, Vikram Sinha named 2023 CEO of the Year

Securing Indonesians’ future through innovation, teamwork

Melissa Siska Juminto and the journey of growth and excellence