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The merger of Indonesia's state-owned construction companies (BUMN Karya) has been delayed beyond 2025, according to Danantara COO Dony Oskaria. The merger process is still under review, with various options being considered to create stronger entities. Companies involved include PT Hutama Karya, PT Waskita Karya, and PT Wijaya Karya. The delay is attributed to the need to address financial performance issues in some of the companies before proceeding.
The planned merger of Indonesia's state-owned construction companies (BUMN Karya) has been postponed beyond 2025, according to Danantara Chief Operating Officer (COO) Dony Oskaria. The merger, which involves major players like PT Hutama Karya, PT Waskita Karya, and PT Wijaya Karya, is still in the assessment phase.
The delay is primarily due to financial performance issues in some of the companies. Dony Oskaria emphasized that companies with problematic financials need to improve before the merger can proceed. For instance, PT Nindya Karya and PT Brantas Abipraya are not being prioritized for the merger due to their healthy financial performance.
While the merger is delayed, it is not canceled. The government is exploring various options to ensure that the resulting entities will be stronger and more competitive. The decision to carry over the merger process to next year indicates a cautious approach to restructuring these significant state-owned enterprises.
BUMN Karya Merger Delay
State-Owned Enterprise Restructuring