Danantara to Form Danantara Hospital Group through BUMN Consolidation

Strategic Restructuring of State-Owned Healthcare Assets

Danantara is planning to consolidate various state-owned hospitals under a new entity called Danantara Hospital Group. This strategic move is part of the broader BUMN (State-Owned Enterprises) portfolio restructuring efforts. Chief Investment Officer Pandu Sjahrir revealed that the consolidation aims to streamline the management of healthcare assets currently held by various state-owned companies.

Rationale Behind the Consolidation

The decision to create Danantara Hospital Group comes as several BUMN companies have diversified into healthcare through subsidiary companies. For instance, Pertamina operates multiple hospitals through its subsidiary PT Pertamina Bina Medika IHC. Pandu Sjahrir cited this example during the Business Forum at Hotel Westin Jakarta, stating that the formation of Danantara Hospital Group will accelerate the consolidation process.

Implications for Indonesia's Healthcare Sector

The creation of Danantara Hospital Group is expected to have significant implications for Indonesia's healthcare landscape. By consolidating various state-owned hospitals, Danantara aims to create a major healthcare provider that could potentially improve healthcare services and management across the country. This move aligns with the government's efforts to strengthen the healthcare sector through strategic restructuring of BUMN assets.