Indonesia is forming a strategic nickel investment platform through a collaboration between Danantara, the Indonesia Investment Authority (INA), and French mining company Eramet.
The platform aims to build a sustainable, integrated electric vehicle (EV) battery supply chain in the country, focusing on nickel mining and downstream processing.
Chief Investment Officer of Danantara, Pandu Sjahrir, said the initiative will focus on long-term financing for industrial downstream investments across the nickel value chain.
“The partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing world-class nickel downstreaming in Indonesia,” said Pandu during a statement in Jakarta.
Eramet brings technical expertise and decades of global mining experience, while Danantara and INA will provide long-term capital structuring for the platform.
Nickel Downstreaming Aligned with Indonesia’s Industrial Strategy
The project aligns with Indonesia’s national goal to become a leader in electric vehicle battery production through mineral downstreaming.
Pandu said that early-stage assessments are underway to identify optimal nickel projects that support Indonesia’s EV ecosystem.
The platform will prepare a roadmap for future collaboration in environmentally responsible and commercially viable nickel initiatives.
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“This collaboration combines world-class mining expertise with a strong commitment to sustainable industrial development,” Pandu added.
Indonesia holds some of the world’s largest nickel reserves and is central to global clean energy supply chains.
INA Emphasizes Strategic Focus on Critical Mineral Value Chain
INA Chairman Ridha Wirakusumah described the initiative as a strategic move to strengthen Indonesia’s mineral supply chain.
He said the partnership is in line with INA’s investment strategy focused on mineral resources and value-added industries.
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According to Ridha, the collaboration showcases a unified commitment to developing high-value industries inside the country.
“The alliance integrates long-term financial structuring with globally proven sustainable mining practices,” Ridha said.
He emphasized the need to attract high-quality investments into sectors that enhance national competitiveness.
Eramet to Expand Indonesia Operations Beyond Weda Bay Nickel
Eramet CEO Paulo Castellari confirmed the company’s existing presence in Indonesia through the Weda Bay nickel project in Maluku.
Weda Bay is one of Indonesia’s largest nickel deposits, supplying the growing demand for battery-grade nickel.
He said Eramet has signed a collaboration with Indonesia’s Geological Agency under the Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry.
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The agreement includes a 2024 study and exploration initiative targeting critical minerals such as lithium.
“We welcome this initiative and are exploring opportunities to expand within the nickel-based EV battery supply chain,” Castellari added.
Collaboration to Prioritize Environmentally Responsible Mining Practices
The trilateral platform pledges adherence to international environmental standards in every phase of development.
This includes the use of renewable energy, low-emission technology, and local workforce development in project areas.
Eramet’s global operations include projects in Africa and Latin America, where it promotes sustainable extraction techniques.
Danantara and INA have expressed commitment to green financing principles that minimize environmental risks.
Experts believe that integrating sustainability with financial innovation could serve as a model for other resource-rich countries.
EV Battery Industry Seen as Critical to Green Transition Goals
Indonesia’s push into the EV battery industry is part of its broader energy transition and net-zero carbon targets.
The nickel platform is expected to attract both domestic and international investors interested in green technologies.
With rising global demand for electric vehicles, securing raw material supply chains has become a geopolitical issue.
Analysts say the Danantara–INA–Eramet partnership strengthens Indonesia’s role in this critical global supply chain.
The collaboration may also reduce reliance on imports and improve Indonesia’s trade balance through value-added exports.
Long-Term Impact on Indonesia’s Economic Resilience and Innovation
If successful, the initiative could catalyze industrial transformation and support thousands of high-quality local jobs.
It also supports Indonesia’s ambition to become a global innovation hub in energy storage and electric mobility.
The government’s downstreaming policy has already driven foreign investment in mineral refining and processing.
By focusing on long-term, sustainable financing and ethical sourcing, Indonesia can lead by example in mineral policy.
The nickel investment platform may emerge as a benchmark for strategic partnerships in critical resource development.***
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