Volvo CE promotes cleaner and leaner operations for Indonesia’s mining industry

At this year’s Sweden-Indonesia Sustainability Partnership Conference in Jakarta, Volvo CE participated in key discussions on how the latest equipment can deliver advances in efficiency and environmental performance for mining operations in the country. This year’s Sweden-Indonesia Sustainability Partnership (SISP) Conference was built around the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, which marries well with Volvo Group’s own ambitions around its journey to net-zero, with specific targets for 2030 and beyond. At the most recent SISP, Volvo CE contributed to an engaging roundtable discussion focused on bringing greater sustainability and innovation to Indonesia’s mining operations.

Industry leaders gathered for the 4th Annual Sweden-Indonesia Sustainability Partnership Conference in 2023.

Participating in the roundtable discussion was Gerrit Lambert, Head of Market Indonesia at Volvo CE, along with Vincent Santonso, Sales and Marketing Director at PT Indotruck Utama, who explored advances in machinery and equipment that have the potential to positively impact Indonesia’s mining industry. The presentation was well-received and prompted a lively Q&A session that saw a dynamic exchange of ideas and perspectives on the role of technology in advancing sustainable mining practices. Furthermore, as a direct outcome of the discussions, Sweden, in conjunction with Volvo CE and other key companies, is currently in talks to establish a long-term collaboration program focused on advancing sustainability within Indonesia’s mining industry.

Showcased at the event were the ECR25 Electric compact excavator and the L25 Electric compact wheel loader, highlighting their impressive capabilities. Attendees had the opportunity for an up-close and personal experience, witnessing firsthand the full potential of these innovative machines in contributing to the reduction of carbon emissions.

From left to right: Eric Odar, Swedish Trade Commissioner and Country Manager of Business Sweden with Daniel Blockert, Swedish Ambassador to Indonesia, acquainting themselves with the L25 Electric compact wheel loader.

Gerrit Lambert, Head of Market Indonesia for Volvo CE, said:

"It was an honor to participate in such a vital discussion and it was the perfect opportunity to reaffirm Volvo CE’s dedication to advancing sustainability, across Indonesia and the rest of the world. It was inspiring to hear of other efforts in different segments and a proud moment to be able to show what’s possible for the mining segment. We believe we can lay the foundations for a shift in thinking around equipment on mine sites, which will ultimately help ensure the long-term health of the industry here.”

Gerrit Lambert, Head of Market Indonesia for Volvo CE engaging in collaborative discussions at the SISP event.

Vincent Santoso, Sales and Marketing Director at PT Indotruck Utama also shared:

"Volvo CE's steadfast commitment to sustainable practices has consistently resonated with our strategic goals at PT Indotruck Utama. Our collective involvement in this event not only expanded our joint initiatives, but also offered an exceptional opportunity to contribute to this crucial topic. As an organization, we take pride in highlighting the importance of collaboration between nations and industries to effectively address the urgent environmental challenges confronting us.”

Best practice and cutting-edge technology

The event attracted senior representatives from Indonesian and Swedish companies across diverse industries. It aimed to promote the integration of Swedish best practice and cutting-edge technology into Indonesia’s business framework to drive discussions around some of the key environmental challenges in the country.

Established in 2020, the SISP event has evolved into a crucial assembly for leaders across key sectors, playing a pivotal role in a sustained bilateral program that fosters collaboration between Sweden and Indonesia across vital industries.

Moreover, the event aligns with Volvo CE’s ambitious commitment to reducing carbon emissions, in direct accordance with the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. This strategic alignment not only emphasizes Volvo CE’s unwavering dedication to sustainability, but is also underscored by our comprehensive set of science-based targets, propelling us toward achieving net-zero emissions by 2040.