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Cinnamon at Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta Unveils Four Exceptional Buffet Experiences

This publication is authored by and reflects the views and opinions of Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta. More information about Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta, please visit www.mandarinoriental.com/jakarta

 

Jakarta, 24 March 2026 — Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta’s all-day dining restaurant, Cinnamon, introduces a reimagined collection of four exceptional buffet experiences, each crafted to suit different occasions, from intimate gatherings to lively weekend celebrations.

 

HALAL BIHALAL FEAST (30 MARCH TO 19 APRIL 2026) 

Get together after Eid al Fit-r with the Halal Bihalal Feast, available for lunch and dinner. Designed for both family reunions and corporate gatherings with a minimum of 30 guests, the menu brings together Arabian influences and Indonesian classics in a well-balanced offering. Guests may enjoy selections from the mezze bar, Moroccan beef stew, and signature carvery highlights such as slow-cooked kambing guling and daging bakar Maranggi, alongside local favourites including soto Betawi and traditional market sweets. The experience is priced at IDR 548,000++ per adult and IDR 274,000++ per child. Exclusive banking privileges include 20% savings for Mandiri cardholders and 15% for BCA and OCBC cardholders, along with group savings of up to 20% for larger bookings.

 

EASTER BRUNCH: A FESTIVE CELEBRATION (SUNDAY, 5 APRIL 2026)

Set within a refined yet playful atmosphere, Cinnamon transforms into a fun sanctuary, adorned with festive Easter décor from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. The menu highlights an Easter carving station featuring Australian bone-in ribeye served with black truffle jus and potato mousseline, alongside a selection of international and Indonesian dishes such as lobster bakar Jimbaran, seafood on ice, and slow-roasted kambing guling. Little ones are also treated with a dedicated children’s buffet and interactive egg-colouring activities. Priced at IDR 688,000++ per guest, the brunch is complemented by exclusive bank partnerships offering savings of up to 20%, as well as Buy 3 Get 4 and group savings for parties of eight or more.

 

RAME RAME BUFFET: JAVANESE HERITAGE (10 APRIL TO JUNE 2026)

Debuting on Friday, 10 April 2026, the Rame Rame Buffet presents a celebration of Javanese culinary heritage, available every Friday evening through June 2026. The experience features an unlimited signature à la carte concept served directly to the table, offering refined interpretations of traditional dishes such as iga bakar rawon and opor ayam Yogyakarta presented in a delicate vol-au-vent. This is complemented by a wider selection including Li Feng’s signature dim sum and roasted meats, Lyon’s French-inspired boeuf à la mode, and a variety of premium beef dishes. The series will continue to evolve with upcoming themes, including Batavia’s Legacy highlighting the heritage of Old Batavia through dishes such as soto Betawi or kerak telor (July to September 2026) and Bali & Beyond celebrating the vibrant spices and sun-drenched flavours from Bali to the islands of eastern Indonesia (October to December 2026). The Rame Rame Buffet series is available every Friday evening from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at IDR 428,000++ per guest.

 

SUNDAY BRUNCH: A VIBRANT CELEBRATION (FROM 12 APRIL 2026) 

Sunday Brunch offers a lively yet refined weekend dining experience, centred around chef-led stations and quality ingredients. Guests may explore a range of Indonesian and international selections, from charcoal-grilled specialties and fresh seafood to thoughtfully prepared international dishes.

Highlights include wagyu beef from the grill, the seafood colosseum, and Indonesian favourites such as sop buntut and kambing guling. International selections include foie gras with kalio essence and a Rustichella pasta station. Sustainability is incorporated through the use of cage-free eggs, featured in dishes such as crab benedict and smoked salmon scrambled eggs with caviar. This brunch is priced at IDR 688,000++ per guest, supported by exclusive bank partnerships offering savings of up to 50% or Buy 1 Get 1 privileges, as well as tiered group offers. For reservations and enquiries, please contact Cinnamon via WhatsApp at +62 21 2993 8888, on Instagram at @mo_jakarta, or through the website at mandarinoriental.com/en/jakarta

 

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KOLTIVA Pioneers AI-Powered Food Supply Chain Visibility for Smallholder Farmers

This publication is authored by Koltiva and reflects its views and opinions. More information about Koltiva is available at www.koltiva.com.

 

  • KOLTIVA pilot AI-powered traceability and sustainability intelligence through its partner SUGATA PTE. LTD, a sustainability-driven coffee and cocoa supplier in Aceh, Indonesia, under the AIAP for Industry initiative, led by AI Singapore. 

  • The pilot introduces AI-Generated Sustainability and Compliance Reporting platform with integrated Data Quality Monitoring. This intelligent system automates ESG and due diligence reporting, replacing manual processes with fast, accurate, and globally aligned outputs. 

  • AI will continuously validate data, detect anomalies, and ensure the integrity of field and transaction records, reinforcing KoltiTrace’s trusted traceability framework and enhancing decision-making across the supply chain.

 

Jakarta & Singapore, 6th February 2026 – Koltiva, a Swiss-Indonesian AgriTech company operating in 94 countries and enabling over 19,000 businesses, is launching a groundbreaking AI-powered traceability initiative to transform global agribusiness supply chains. The first pilot project will be implemented with SUGATA PTE. LTD, a sustainability-driven coffee and cocoa supplier based in Aceh, Indonesia, and will introduce the region’s first AI-enabled traceability model for responsible sourcing, under the AIAP for Industry initiative led by AI Singapore. 

This initiative responds to mounting global regulatory pressures such as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), the U.S. Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), and Europe’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). By integrating world-class artificial intelligence into its digital ecosystem, this collaboration helps Koltiva in developing cutting-edge solutions for AI-powered traceability and sustainability intelligence. This strategic project leverages AI Singapore’s deep technical framework to embed intelligent capabilities into every stage of the supply chain, specifically targeting AI for Sustainability and Risk Resilience, Field Operations, and Fair Finance, reinforcing Koltiva’s position at the forefront of the global AgriTech sector. 

Speaking on the significance of the collaboration, Joe Keen Poon, Executive Chairman of the Board at KOLTIVA, says, “As a Singaporean leading a global firm, I am proud to anchor our technological evolution in AI Singapore’s world-class ecosystem. By leveraging Singapore’s AI leadership, we are empowering smallholder farmers across 94 countries to navigate complex global regulations through truly intelligent, data-driven supply chains.” 

“Global supply chains are facing unprecedented pressure from tightening compliance regulations, growing consumer demand for transparent food security systems to the urgent need for smallholder inclusion. This is driving a fundamental shift where AI-powered traceability is a catalyst for building inclusive, resilient, and sustainable food systems. The collaboration with our partner, SUGATA and AI Singapore marks a major step forward in making global supply chains not only transparent but truly intelligent.” 

This collaboration will explore capabilities enhancement that transform how sustainability, field operations are managed across agribusiness supply chains. At the heart of this initiative is AI for Sustainability and Risk Resilience, where predictive intelligence enhances how agribusinesses measure and manage environmental and social performance. By embedding advanced analytics and automated reporting into KoltiTrace’s digital ecosystem, the collaboration explores real-time monitoring of climate, yield, and compliance risks. AI-generated sustainability reports, continuous data verification, and automated ESG documentation will help agribusinesses and investors move from reactive compliance to proactive climate action grounded in verifiable data. 

Equally transformative is the application of AI to field operations and project empowerment. Intelligent advisory systems will equip agronomists and project managers with real-time insights that guide decision-making on the ground, whether through profitability analytics, contract intelligence, or risk tracking dashboards. These tools make operations not only more efficient but more adaptive to changing conditions, ensuring that every field intervention is data-informed and impact-driven. 

Laurence Liew, Director of AI Innovation at AI Singapore says, “Through the AIAP for Industry, AI Singapore is pleased to partner with Kudeungo Sugata (through Sugata Pte. Ltd) and Koltiva to advance AI solutions that strengthen sustainability and resilience across agribusiness supply chains. This collaboration brings together our shared commitment to developing impactful, industry ready innovations while cultivating a strong pipeline of local AI engineering talent for the future.” 

SUGATA, as the first KOLTIVA’s client to pilot these AI solutions within its cocoa and coffee sourcing operations in Indonesia, integrates full-farm mapping, training, and coaching for producers, as well as premium payments tied to sustainable practices. 

Furqonudin Ramadhani, CTO and Co-Founder Koltiva, says, “We are prioritizing the co development of an AI-Generated Sustainability and Compliance Reporting platform with integrated Data Quality Monitoring. This system will automate reporting processes, replacing manual workflows with fast, accurate, and globally aligned ESG and due diligence documentation. AI will also monitor and validate data across systems, detect anomalies, and ensure the integrity of field and transaction records.”

 

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About KOLTIVA Offering human-centered technology and boots-on-the-ground solutions that digitize agribusinesses and help smallholder producers transition to sustainable practices and traceable sourcing, KOLTIVA is recognized as the leading global sustainable agriculture and supply chain traceability company. As a global technology provider, it constructs ethical, transparent, and sustainable supply chains, assisting enterprises in fortifying their resilience and transparency. The company helps businesses and their suppliers comply with ever-changing regulations and consumer demands worldwide with traceability solutions. Operating in more than 94 countries and fortified by a network of customer support offices in 21 countries, KOLTIVA is committed to supporting over 19,000 enterprises in establishing transparent and robust supply chains while empowering over 2,000,000 producers to increase their annual income. www.koltiva.com

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MANDARIN ORIENTAL, JAKARTA CELEBRATES VALENTINE’S DAY 2026 WITH ROMANTIC EXPERIENCES

This publication is authored by and reflects the views and opinions of Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta. More information about Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta, please visit www.mandarinoriental.com/jakarta

 

Jakarta, 1 February 2026 — Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta presents a collection of Valentine’s Day experiences designed to honor love in the heart of the city. From intimate dining at Lyon to indulgent spa rituals and luxurious overnight escapes, the hotel invites couples to create meaningful moments this season of romance. 

Romantic Cityscape Stay Package

An overnight Romantic Cityscape featuring a lavish seven-course dinner at Lyon awaits those seeking to elevate their Valentine’s celebration. Available exclusively on 14 February 2026, the package includes:

  • Complimentary daily breakfast for two adults.

  • Complimentary Valentine’s Day seven-course set dinner at Lyon for two adults

  • Complimentary room upgrade to Welcome Monument view, subject to availability.

  • Complimentary late check-out until 2pm, subject to availability.

  • Additional benefits when you log in to or join Fans of M.O. 

 

Valentine’s Dining at Lyon

Lyon, the hotel’s contemporary French restaurant, presents two distinctive dining experiences for the occasion. 

Valentine’s Brunch

The day begins with a leisurely celebration amid romantic décor and Valentine-inspired culinary creations. An indulgent selection of sweet and savory offerings sets the tone for romance. Priced at IDR 799,000++ per person. 

An Evening of Romance

As evening unfolds, Lyon transforms into an intimate sanctuary where live jazz fills the air. The seven-course menu opens with 20-gram servings of premium caviar and freshly shucked oysters with bergamot granita, followed by foie gras torchon and Alaskan king crab. Black truffle-infused beef consommé precedes the centerpiece: A5 Wagyu from Kagoshima, accompanied by asparagus, baby carrot, and potato pavé with sauce bordelaise. The journey concludes with a delicate acai berry creation and handcrafted petit fours.

Complimentary wine flows throughout the evening, while early reservations are welcomed with a single pink rose from Outerbloom. Each guest enters an exclusive diamond prize draw by Passion Jewelry, adding sparkling possibility to an unforgettable night. Priced at IDR 1,758,000++ per person | Saturday, 14 February 2026. 

American Chocolate – Valentine’s Edition 

The Mandarin Cake Shop reimagines its legendary American Chocolate cake for Valentine’s Day, featuring a smooth chocolate mousse heart nestled within the classic AmChoc layers, a sweet declaration of love perfect for sharing or gifting — priced at IDR 388,000++ per cake. 

 

Harmony of Love – Couple’s Spa Treatment

A shared wellness journey begins with a soothing 60-minute full-body massage, followed by a 40-minute rejuvenating body treatment and luxurious body mask. The two-hour ritual leaves guests refreshed and revitalized, with an exclusive 20% discount on food and beverage throughout the hotel (terms and conditions apply). Priced at IDR 2,600,000 for two persons. 

 

For reservations and further information, please visit www.mandarinoriental.com/jakarta or contact +62 21 2993 8888.  

 

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MANDARIN ORIENTAL, JAKARTA WELCOMES THE YEAR OF THE FIRE HORSE WITH ELEVATED CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS

This publication is authored by and reflects the views and opinions of Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta. More information about Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta, please visit www.mandarinoriental.com/jakarta

 

Jakarta, 23 January 2026 — Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta proudly presents a series of grand Chinese New Year celebrations to welcome the Year of the Fire Horse with loved ones. From auspicious Cantonese dining and a joyful reunion stay offer to elegant hampers and cultural performances, the hotel presents a season of prosperity and togetherness in the heart of Jakarta.

Chinese New Year Stays 

Celebrate Chinese New Year 2026 with the A Joyful Reunion stay offer, available from 1 February to 1 March 2026, featuring up to 10% savings on Bed & Breakfast, daily breakfast for two adults and two children under six, Chinese New Year-themed in-room amenities, and a complimentary visit to the Textile Museum with a hands-on batik-making experience.

 

Prosperous Chinese New Year’s Eve Dining at Li Feng, Lyon, and Cinnamon

Celebrate the Chinese New Year with an exceptional dining experience across Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta’s signature restaurants.

Specially curated by Two-Michelin-starred Chef Fei, Li Feng presents An Auspicious Family Dinner with its 11-course “Kung Hei Fat Choi” set menu, featuring signature dishes such as Prosperity Yu Sheng Salad, Baked Lobster with Cream and Cheese, Deep-Fried Swan Dumplings with Black Pepper Duck Meat, Braised Beef Short Ribs with Cantonese Barbeque Sauce, and decadent desserts, among many others.

Lyon presents Feast of Abundance, a 10-course set menu highlighting Prosperity Yu Sheng Salad, Braised Shredded Chicken and Scallops Soup, Cantonese Roasted Duck with Hoisin Sauce, Steamed Tiger Fish with Preserved Radish and Black Garlic Sauce, and many more.

Meanwhile, Cinnamon, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, offers a lavish Chinese New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet.

These dining experiences are available on Monday, 16 February 2026.

  • An Auspicious Family Dinner Set Menu at Li Feng

    IDR 2,188,000++ per person | Minimum eight persons

     

  • Feast of Abundance Dinner Set Menu at Lyon

    IDR 1,888,000++ per person | Minimum six persons

     

  • Chinese New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet at Cinnamon

    IDR 799,000++ per person

 

Chinese New Year Hamper and Sweet Delicacies

To mark the season of abundance, Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta also introduces a Chinese New Year Hamper from Li Feng, elegantly presented in red and gold with a Fire Horse motif. The hamper includes three cookie jars featuring Chinese Walnut Chocolate Cookies, Chinese Oatmeal with Black Sesame, and Pineapple Tarts, along with an artisanal ceramic tea jar, red packets, and a leather luggage tag. The hamper is priced at IDR 1,588,000 net per box and is available until 16 February 2026.

Festive sweet offerings from the Mandarin Oriental Cake Shop include the signature Classic MO Lapis Legit priced at IDR 1,088,000 net and Strawberry Blossom Cake at IDR 888,000 net per cake.

 

Festive Performances

Chinese New Year celebrations will be enlivened with traditional lion dance (Barongsai) performances and appearances by the auspicious Fu Lu Shou characters on Chinese New Year’s Eve, Monday, 16 January 2026 (from 6.00pm to 9.30pm), and Chinese New Year Day, Tuesday, 17 January 2026 (from 11.45am to 2.00pm). Performances will take place across the hotel’s lobby and dining venues, culminating in a vibrant dragon and lion dance alongside the Three Gods (Fu Lu Shou).

 

Fitness Class: New Year, New You

Completing the celebrations, Fitness & Wellness at Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta presents the “New Year, New You” programme, designed to support a healthy start to the year with personalised training sessions, available until 28 February 2026. Priced at IDR 700,000 net, the programme includes two personal training sessions and one complimentary session, each lasting one hour.

For reservations and further information, please visit www.mandarinoriental.com/jakarta or contact +62 21 2993 8888.

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For further information, please contact:

Jovanka Laura Kaya

Marketing Communications Executives

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Indonesia–Swiss Launch RESD Phase 2: A Strategic Partnership to Build a Skilled Workforce for the Renewable Energy Industry

This publication is authored by and reflects the views and opinions of Renewable Energy Skills Development (RESD) Project. More information about Renewable Energy Skills Development (RESD), please visit Renewable Energy Skills Development (RESD) Project – Renewable Energy Indonesia

 

Jakarta, 21 January 2026 – To support Indonesia’s Net Zero Emission 2060 target and accelerate the national energy transition, the Governments of Indonesia and Switzerland have reaffirmed their joint commitment to strengthening human resources in the renewable energy sector through the launch of Renewable Energy Skills Development (RESD) Phase 2.

The program follows a cooperation agreement signed on 2 October 2025 between the Energy and Mineral Resources Human Resources Development Agency (BPSDM ESDM) and the Swiss Government through the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO, witnessed by Vice President of Switzerland and Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin, Vice Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Yuliot, and Vice Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Stella Christie.

RESD Phase 2 (October 2025–December 2028) builds on the achievements of Phase 1, implemented from December 2020 to July 2025. During the first phase, the program graduated 450 applied bachelor students specializing in renewable energy, trained 386 certified solar PV and micro-hydro technicians across nine provinces, strengthened the capacity of 214 lecturers and instructors at 10 polytechnics and training centers, established more than 100 industry partnerships, and achieved an 80 percent graduate employment rate.

At the launch event in Jakarta, Swiss Ambassador to Indonesia, Timor-Leste, and ASEAN Olivier Zehnder emphasized that Switzerland and Indonesia share the belief that a skilled and job-ready workforce is a critical foundation for the energy transition. He noted that RESD helps address the growing demand for qualified renewable energy professionals through joint investment in human capital toward Net Zero Emission 2060.

Echoing this view, Head of the Energy and Mineral Resources Human Resources Development Agency, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Prahoro Nurtjahyo, highlighted that Indonesia’s vast renewable energy potential can only be realized through strong human resource capacity, supported by policies that reinforce educational and vocational institutions.

Similarly, Director General of Higher Education, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Khairul Munadi stressed that RESD goes beyond curriculum development by building a vocational education system aligned with industry needs and integrating formal and non-formal education in the development of green skills.

From the labor perspective, Director General of Vocational Training and Productivity Development, Ministry of Manpower Darmawansyah, represented by Director of Productivity Development, Ministry of Manpower Muhammad Ali, stated that RESD responds to both emission reduction goals and workforce competency needs by expanding access to vocational training and employment opportunities in the renewable energy sector.

Over the next 3.5 years, RESD Phase 2 will expand to 19 polytechnics and training institutions across 15 provinces under the coordination of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology, and the Ministry of Manpower. Key priorities include expanding technology coverage to battery energy storage alongside solar and hydropower, strengthening industry-based curricula, upgrading training facilities to industry standards, and promoting gender equality in renewable energy education and careers.

Swiss support includes curriculum development, training for lecturers and instructors by Swiss experts, provision of industry-standard learning facilities, and promotion of gender equality in the renewable energy sector.

Through practice-based learning and close industry engagement, RESD Phase 2 aims to enhance graduate employability while supporting Indonesia’s renewable energy targets and Net Zero Emission 2060, further strengthening Indonesia–Switzerland cooperation in sustainable development.

 

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HUBLOT Unveils Its First Boutique in Indonesia

HUBLOT's First Boutique in Indonesia

This publication is authored by and reflects the views and opinions of Time International. More information about Time International is available on www.timeinternational.co.id.

 

Jakarta, 11 December 2025 – Marking a highly anticipated milestone, Hublot has opened its first monobrand boutique in Indonesia. Located at the most premier luxury retail destination, Plaza Indonesia, the boutique caters to the tastes and expectations of a new generation of watch enthusiasts. The 69 sqm space, managed by the leading luxury retail group Time International, introduces an innovative retail concept in Southeast Asia alongside several other features designed to further enhance the customer experience. 

HUBLOT's First Boutique in Indonesia

Showcasing Hublot’s bold design philosophy and its daring, unconventional use of materials, the boutique highlights standout features. From the exterior, a striking façade of grand, meticulously arranged wood panels immediately draws attention. Stepping inside, guests are greeted by blonde wood flooring that flows effortlessly into neutral-toned furnishings, complemented by expertly designed lighting that evokes the uplifting warmth of natural daylight. Curated artwork in vibrant, mood-enhancing hues further enriches the space, creating dynamic focal points throughout. First unveiled at Hublot’s boutique in Tokyo’s ultra-stylish Omotesando district, this design concept introduces an entirely new dimension to the boutique shopping experience. 

HUBLOT's First Boutique in Indonesia

The VIP lounge encapsulates Hublot’s dedication to providing a personalised and comfortable experience for its esteemed clients—a private setting where interiors reflect the brand’s “Art of Fusion” philosophy, enhanced by contemporary accents and vibrant lighting. Seamlessly connected to the main retail area, the space forms a fitting finale to the boutique journey, inviting guests to explore Hublot’s heritage, discuss a timepiece that has captured their interest, or simply enjoy a warm, engaging conversation—bringing their visit to a memorable close.


ABOUT HUBLOT 

In 1980 and for the first time, a watch dared to put a gold case on a rubber strap, turning the luxury watch world upside down in the process. Named for the porthole-shaped bezel with its exposed screws, Hublot was born and with it, the Art of Fusion. In 2005, the brand took this exercise in creative thinking to a new level with the Big Bang and its iconic design, size and layered construction case. That same year, Hublot received the Best Design award at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève. Since then, spurred by this revolutionary mindset, the Big Bang has never stopped reinventing itself. The twenty-first century has its first watch Icon. 

The concept of fusion is omnipresent, the guiding principle for every collection. Big Bang timepieces reshape the geometries of time; Classic Fusion balances boldness and restraint, while the Exceptional Timepieces overwrite expectations to create unprecedented horological objects. With its disruptive approach of challenging convention, Hublot’s DNA is transcribed in the Unico, Meca-10 and tourbillon in-house movements, to add another tier of meaning to Art of Fusion. 

Alchemy is ingrained in Hublot and not just at La Manufacture. Magic can take place on a football pitch, producing partnerships with major events (UEFA Champions League and UEFA Euro™). Sometimes it happens at a concert, a basketball match, an artistic performance or at a unique gastronomic experience with Hublot’s family of starred Chefs. And so, the Hublot Vibes come to life, through shared moments of exaltation amongst the Hublotistas, its very own community of proud Hublot owners. The Art of Fusion goes beyond the tangible. It is a way of being, the Hublot way of life. 

ABOUT TIME INTERNATIONAL 

A leading brand builder and retail organisation, Time International prides itself on its commitment to the promotion and appreciation of horological culture, luxury fashion, and lifestyle. Founded in the 1960s and currently managed by its second generation, Time International manages and operates both multi-brand retail stores – including leading watch retailer The Time Place, INTime, and Urban Icon – as well as mono-brand boutiques for several of the world’s most renowned brands, among them Rolex, Chanel, Cartier, TAG Heuer, Fendi, Tissot, Fossil and many more. 

Renowned as an inspiring place to work in, the company enhances the well-being of its employees and nurtures the talents behind the business while also upholding its history of excellent service. With its unparalleled position in the market, Time International is also committed to giving back to society. The company is dedicated to keeping its long-held high standards of quality Marketing Expertise, and Customer Relations. Time International has the largest service centre in Jakarta, Time Care and Watch Care, complete with state-of-the-art technology, providing professional after-sales care for all brands sold from the retail outlets. For more information, visit www.timeinternational.co.id

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Strengthening Traceability to Achieve Indonesia’s 30% Marine Conservation Target by 2045

Executive Summary:

  • 60% — that’s how much the global seafood profit could grow (from an estimated USD 76 billion) if traceability were implemented across all doable species and regions (Planet Tracker, 2022).

  • The integrity of the global seafood supply chain is undermined by the dominance of Small-Scale Fishers (SSF) in major exporting nations and the continued reliance on fragmented, non-interoperable digital systems. This results in significant data gaps and unreliability, as 76% of reported tuna e-logbook entries were discarded after cleaning and verification (AACL Bioflux, 2024).

  • Our flagship platform, KoltiTrace, resolves the transparency crisis by creating a unified, GDST Compliant (Global Dialogue on Seafood Traceability) digital ecosystem that covers aquaculture and is developing towards wild capture fisheries. This platform ensures immediate capture of GDST Key Data Elements (KDEs), Sea-to-Table Transactional Traceability and integrates compliance services to verify sustainability claims at the source.

  • To align our initiatives with the national discourse, Koltiva will join the Ocean Innovation Challenge (OIC) Workshop (27-29 October 2025), organized by The Nature Conservancy (TNC) to join the discussion with the aim to align the technical and regulatory frameworks between KoltiTrace’s data integrity with Indonesia’s national “30×45” target, which aims to protect 97.5 million or 30 percent of Indonesia’s sea by 2045. This alignment will strengthen MPA effectiveness, advance marine conservation efforts, combat IUU fishing, and secure long-term market access for compliant businesses.

 

Introduction

Global seafood production continues to surge with the growing population. It has become the most-traded animal protein globally and has experienced a 123% surge since 1990, reaching a valuation of over USD 470 billion (FAIRR, 2024). While aquaculture is projected to supply most future demand, wild-capture fisheries remain the dominant source today, especially in developing countries where millions of small-scale fishers depend on it for their livelihoods.

However, this heavy dependence on wild-capture fisheries also poses significant sustainability challenges. The sector is closely linked to illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, making seafood one of the most illegally produced commodities in the world. In addition, persistent barriers in transparency and complex traceability continue to challenge suppliers, businesses, and countries from achieving sustainable fisheries supply chain goals, while at the same time complicating and disrupting marine conservation and the protection of vulnerable areas, including Marine Protected Areas (MPAs).

Indonesia, known as the home of Coral Triangle, is one of the most biodiverse countries on earth that ironically also faces this crisis the most. To safeguard this natural heritage, the government has recently established the national Marine Protected Areas-Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (MPA-OECM) Committee to achieve the national “30×45” target following the global commitments of “30×30” target, aiming to protect 97.5 million or 30 percent of Indonesia’s sea by 2045 (The Nature Conservancy, 2025). Achieving this target remains challenging due to existing gaps in effective management, traceability, and integration with the existing fisheries’ governance.

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Ensuring Sustainable Seafood Production and Marine Conservation for the Generations to Come

As the world’s seafood supply increasingly comes from aquaculture, this rapid growth presents a critical point for ensuring that future generations can still access reliable, sustainable seafood. Aquaculture can stabilize supply and reduce pressure on wild stocks. Yet, it also comes with drawbacks, such as data silos between farms and hatcheries, uneven reporting of environmental performance, and limited insight into water and feed sourcing. At the same time, the artificial distinction between farmed production (aquaculture) and wild-capture fisheries is becoming a liability, as both converge within the same supply chains.  Shared intermediaries, processing facilities, and export systems mean uniform data gathering and verification are critical to preventing the depletion of marine stocks. Yet, most traceability systems continue to handle them as distinct domains, capturing compliance at the end of the chain instead of establishing integrity from the very beginning. This fragmentation undermines resource stewardship and the crucial goal of avoiding sensitive ecological areas, including MPAs.  Integrating all data points without exception, guaranteeing source-to-customer integrity, is becoming essential more than ever. Strengthening traceability, even with only 1% improvement, is estimated that  global supply chain value could raise up to 60% (Planet Tracker, 2022). Ultimately, achieving transparency, accountability, and long-term resource stewardship holds the foundation of seafood security for the generations to come.

 

Uncovering the Crisis in Seafood Traceability

The realization of a critical, interoperable traceability ecosystem is the fundamental prerequisite for marine conservation and verified sustainability. To transition from providing seafood to guaranteeing traceable, sustainable, and equitable systems, three structural barriers continue to undermine the overall interoperable traceability:

1.    Unavailability of First-mile Data

From harvest or capture to landing and initial sale, the first mile continues to be a vital blind spot in many supply chains. This challenge is rooted in the demographic reality of key seafood-producing emerging economies: the majority of global fishing efforts are executed by small-scale fishers (SSF). Countries like Indonesia, Vietnam and Chile, which are among the world’s largest seafood producers and major exporters to regulated markets, are dominated by SSF fleets. Small-scale fishers (SSF), who make up 90% of the global fishing workforce and contribute 40% of supply (FAO, 2024), often operate informally in remote areas without access to digital tools. This makes it difficult to record catch data, leaving them largely absent from official records. Due to limited capabilities and training opportunities that led to scattered fishing logbook documentation, the foundation of first-mile data and traceability systems are forced to rely on assumptions and gaps, which compromises the long-term effectiveness of marine conservation efforts and the integrity of MPAs.

 

2.    Digital Silos and Fragmented Data

The shift from manual paper logs to mandatory digital e-logbook system e.g. Indonesia’s e-PIT (Penangkapan Ikan Terukur) enables greater supply chain transparency and tracking, which is evidenced by 475% rise in reported vessel arrivals (Jurnal Ilmiah Perikanan dan Kelautan, 2025). However, this progress reveals a more complex challenge: fragmented, non-interoperable digital silos. Even as governments utilize their own e-logbook systems and update initiatives like the e-PIT volume III to strengthen fish data collection, these diverse platforms and industry systems often fail to communicate efficiently. This lack of interoperability forces administrative burden back onto suppliers who must manually reconcile data across various platforms, undermining efficiency. Furthermore, this fragmentation creates data unreliability, evidence by the fact that 76% of the reported tuna e-logbook data was discarded due to poor quality and inconsistencies following  rigorous cleaning and verification (AACL Bioflux, 2024). The solution lies in establishing seamless connectivity by leveraging API integration and GDST standards to allow all systems from government e-logbooks to processing software to communicate instantly, thus dramatically reducing administrative overhead and achieving the rigorous, timely verification required by global food safety standards like HACCP.

 

3.    Inadequate Verification Allows IUU products to enter the regulated market

When first-mile or logbook data is not systematically verified, illegally caught or misreported seafood (IUU) can easily enter formal supply chains. Recent estimates suggest that at least one out of five fish worldwide is caught illegally (Pew, 2023), indicating a significant portion of market-bound seafood may evade appropriate safeguards. A lack of verification methods, including comparing logbooks to vessel tracking or third-party audits, makes it possible for “data laundering”, where illegal goods are mixed with legitimate catch later in the supply chain. Without stronger verification of safeguards, which also necessitate improved traceability technology, the entire system remains vulnerable to compromise, failing to guarantee end-to-end integrity and allowing illegal products to undermine regulated markets.

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The Path to Verified Seafood: Achieving End-to-End Integrity with KoltiTrace

In response to the structural gaps identified, the modern seafood supply chain requires a scalable, integrated digital solution that ensures integrity from the source to the final product. This necessity is met by our KoltiTrace, which is engineered to build a single, interoperable supply chain ecosystem. By replacing manual records with a mobile-first application accessible to small-scale fishers, KoltiTrace also ensures foundational data is digitized, geo-tagged, and time-stamped at the source, immediately eliminating the “first-mile blind spot.” Furthermore, Koltiva also recently achieved a major milestone in June 2025 by becoming a GDST (Global Dialogue on Seafood Traceability) Compliant Technology Provider for aquaculture traceability, and the platform is actively being deployed for capture fisheries and is specifically focused on accelerating the implementation of these high standards across wild-capture supply chains that also meet the global standard.

KoltiTrace’s integrated solution framework is built on three pillars designed to strengthen traceability and compliance capabilities across the supply chain.

  • First-Mile GDST Key Data Elements (KDEs) Capture: The platform is being developed to enable the capture of GDST-required Key Data Elements (KDEs) from the point of origin (farm or vessel). This data, which includes geo-tagged, time-stamped capture locations, is critical not only for meeting global import rules and evolving buyer due diligence standards (such as SIMP, Japan Anti-IUU, and FSMA 204), but also for providing enforcement bodies with auditable evidence of activity relative to MPA boundaries.

  • Sea-to-Table Transactional Traceability: KoltiTrace provides a “Sea to Table” and “Pond to Plate” solution with information that makes data traceable and reproducible across the entire supply chain. It offers live transaction traceability for full visibility of product movement, enabling companies to track sales from independent smallholder fishers and producers, through collectors, initial processing steps, manufacturing activities that lead to the final end product, and potentially to the consumer plate.

  • Digital Extension and Compliance Services: Beyond core traceability, the platform integrates Agritech/Aqua Tech and Climatech features to drive sustainability, including producer profiling, geo-location mapping of vessel landings (i.e., when the vessels arrive at the port), and Supply Chain GHG Assessment for Scope 3 decarbonization that allows businesses to monitor and verify sustainability practices while achieving compliance.

 

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Koltiva Champions Interoperable Traceability with IFT, Empowering Transparent and Inclusive Food Supply Chains

The global food system is in the midst of a critical transformation. Driven by stringent new regulatory requirements, escalating consumer demand for transparency, and the urgent need to verify environmental and ethical claims, end-to-end supply chain traceability is no longer optional, but it is also a fundamental necessity. The challenge lies in harmonizing the diverse, complex systems used across thousands of commodities and jurisdictions worldwide.

To address this challenge head-on, the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Global Food Traceability Center (GFTC) launched an open source tool to strengthen interoperability, called the Traceability Driver that is designed to simplify the process for existing traceability systems to convert their data into standardized formats, enabling seamless data exchange that supports sustainability and strengthens supply chain integrity.

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Validating Global Standards to Empower Smallholders

To bring this innovation closer to real-world application, IFT collaborated with industry partners to test and refine the tool within active supply chains. Koltiva volunteered to participate in the beta testing to help accelerate the adoption of globally recognized traceability standards, ensuring that smallholders and upstream actors can seamlessly connect to international markets. By integrating the Traceability Driver into its traceability platform, Koltiva demonstrated its practical use and compatibility with existing systems. Through this process, the company proved the tool’s capability to achieve Global Dialogue on Seafood Traceability (GDST) compliance in aquaculture supply chains—providing tangible proof of concept for broader industry adoption.

 

Driving Unprecedented Compliance and Supply Chain Integrity

The results of the validation process demonstrate the game-changing potential of this initiative. Before implementing the Traceability Driver, achieving full alignment with GDST and GS1’s EPCIS standards would require months of costly custom development.

By utilizing this open-source solution, Koltiva achieved a 60% reduction in the estimated development time needed to achieve compliance and successfully pass the GDST Capability Test.

 
We estimate a 60% reduction in development time. Instead of initially planned three to four months to build and develop our own APIs, we were able to install the Traceability Driver and pass the GDST Capability Test in about a month. It also allowed us to avoid additional engineering costs”, said Ryan Andriawan, Engineering Manager at Koltiva.
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This standardization is a game-changer for accelerating compliance, reducing implementation costs, and fundamentally strengthening the integrity of global food networks. As Blake Harris, Managing Director of IFT’s Global Food Traceability Center, stated:

“By designing traceability regulations around common global standards, governments can unlock the use of scalable, open-source tools like the Traceability Driver. This kind of solution not only makes it easier for industry and their technology partners to comply but also supports harmonization with other regulations and industry practices, enhancing interoperable, end-to-end traceability that strengthens the integrity of global supply chains.”
 

By providing the real-world validation for this global benchmark, Koltiva reinforces its position as a forward-thinking leader, building greater trust and ensuring a truly sustainable future for agricultural and food systems worldwide.

The Traceability Driver is designed to go far beyond the seafood industry. Its adaptable and scalable framework can be applied to other commodities that follow EPCIS-based standards, making it a versatile solution for diverse traceability challenges across multiple supply chains. The tool’s flexibility has already been demonstrated through Harris’s recent work with the Indonesian government to align its national seafood traceability system with the GDST standard, showcasing its potential to harmonize global traceability practices.

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Annual General Meeting 2025

Indonesia SwissCham successfully held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 6 November 2024. The current leadership team will continue to guide the Chamber with stability, commitment, and a shared vision for sustained growth and excellence. Thank you to all Indonesia SwissCham members for their participation in this year’s AGM, and to all SwissCham members for your continued trust and support. 

 

Our appreciation to the members of the Board of Supervisors: 

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Here’s to another year of progress, collaboration, and excellence for Indonesia SwissCham!

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Beyond the Bar: How KOLTIVA’s Traceability Solutions Enable Puratos to Build a Sustainable and Ethical Cocoa Supply Chain

This publication is authored by Koltiva and reflects its views and opinions. More information about Koltiva is available at www.koltiva.com.

 

Executive Summary:

  • Puratos has partnered with Koltiva to strengthen its cocoa supply chain, aligning innovation with ethical sourcing and sustainability to address evolving global regulations and stakeholder expectations.

  • Koltiva provides a comprehensive digital ecosystem, KoltiTrace MIS, delivering end-to-end supply chain visibility, deforestation monitoring, child labor risk assessment, certification readiness, and greenhouse gas emission tracking.

  • Through this collaboration, Puratos and Koltiva are building a deforestation-free, transparent, and inclusive cocoa supply chain that safeguards farmer livelihoods, protects ecosystems, and sets a benchmark for sustainability in the chocolate industry.

 

Every bite of chocolate begins with a choice—onethat can either uplift farming communities and protect forests or perpetuate harm. The future of cocoa depends on our ability to meet global demand without compromising human dignity or planetary health. As consumer expectations rise and sustainability regulations become more rigorous, companies are no longer asked just to commit to ethical sourcing—but to demonstrate it, transparently and tangibly.  

This is the story of how Puratos, a global innovator in food ingredients for the bakery, patisserie, and chocolate sectors, has selected Koltiva to transform its cocoa supply chain. Together, we are strengthening traceability, ensuring ethical practices, enabling carbon emission calculation and GHG monitoring, streamlining certification audit processes, and building a resilient sourcing model that guarantees both environmental integrity and long-term livelihoods for cocoa farmers.  

At Koltiva, we’re proud to stand alongside Puratos in creating meaningful impact for both people and the planet. Through our integrated technology solutions, we’re helping to ensure a cocoa supply chain that is deforestation-free, transparent, and grounded in ethical practices. From monitoring labor conditions and supporting remediation, to enhancing traceability with detailed farmer mapping and real-time, data-driven insights—our tools are designed to turn sustainability goals into measurable action.  

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A Shared Vision for a Sustainable Cocoa Industry  

From chocolate factories to smallholder farms in, the cocoa supply chain is long and complex. It spans thousands of miles, involves countless transactions, and touches the lives of millions of farmers—many of whom face persistent poverty, labor violations, and the effects of climate change.  

Puratos has long recognized that true innovation in the chocolate sector goes beyond taste and texture—it requires transformation at the source. This belief laid the foundation for its resilient supply chains, assisted by us, a trusted technology and agritech partner that delivers end-to-end traceability, compliance, and sustainability solutions tailored for complex global supply chains.  

Selene Scotton, Puratos Global Cocoa Sustainability Manager said, “At the heart of Cacao-Trace is our commitment to quality, transparency and farmer income. True progress depends on strong collaboration with partners who share our values. Our partnership with Koltiva enables us to scale ethical sourcing practices and meet growing global demands for traceability and compliance—while continuing to empower cocoa farmers and strengthen the communities that are the cornerstone of everything we do.” 

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Transforming Intent into Action: The Power of Integrated Traceability Solutions for Cocoa Supply Chain  

Since the start of its project, we support Puratos closely to build a supply chain that is traceable, inclusive, and fully compliant with evolving regulations such as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).  

At the core of this transformation lies KoltiTrace MIS, Koltiva’s digital ecosystem that connects every stakeholder—from farmers and field technicians to exporters and buyers—through a real-time, data-driven platform. Here’s how Puratos is leveraging our tech-enabled solutions:  

  • End-to-End Visibility Across Cocoa Supply Chain 

    Traceability is no longer a luxury—it’s a license to operate. Through KoltiTrace, Puratos gains end-to-end visibility across its cocoa supply chain. Every transaction—from crop procurement to final deliveries—is digitally recorded and verified using FarmXtension, Koltiva’s mobile app for field teams. 

    This transparency empowers Puratos to ensure integrity at every step, validate supplier practices, and report confidently on compliance to customers, regulators, and stakeholders.  

 

  • Deforestation Monitoring: Protecting Forests, Supporting Regeneration  

    With the global spotlight on deforestation, companies must do more than promise—they must prove. Puratos uses KoltiTrace’s Land Use Tracker to monitor land-use changes. 

    Satellite data, farmer geolocation, and historical land records come together to form a clear picture of risk— enabling not just the identification of risks, but also the avoidance of harmful ones. 

 

  • Child Labor Risk Monitoring: A Human-Centered Approach  

    One of the most pressing issues in cocoa production is the risk of child labor. With KoltiTrace’s Child Labor Risk Monitoring System (CLRMS), Puratos is able to continuously assess working conditions, flag at-risk households, and coordinate tailored interventions.  

    Beyond detection, this system supports remediation—connecting families with support services, facilitating access to education, and working with local communities to shift social norms around child labor.  

 

  • Streamlined Certification: From Compliance to Continuous Improvement  

    Meeting certification standards can be time-consuming and resource-heavy. Koltiva’s Certification Audit Tool, integrated into KoltiTrace MIS, streamlines this process with real-time compliance dashboards and automated alerts.  

    For Puratos, this means being able to manage certification readiness across multiple farmer groups, conduct gap assessments, and implement swift corrective actions—turning compliance from a checkpoint into a continuous journey.  

 

  • Climate Action: Quantifying Emissions, Unlocking Nature-Based Solutions 

    Addressing climate impact starts with accurate data. To support Puratos in tracking its net carbon balance, Koltiva quantifies both greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and removals across the supply chain. The Land Use Change tool uses remote sensing and farmer polygon data to estimate land-based emissions. Complementing this, the Cool Farm Tool (CFT) Assessment—based on the globally recognized methodology from the Cool Farm Alliance—collects detailed on-farm and off-farm emission data through extensive farmer surveys. Finally, Koltiva’s Agri-Carbon Tracker leverages satellite imagery to assess above-ground biomass, laying the groundwork for Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) and future carbon credit initiatives. 

“Our journey with Puratos is rooted in shared values—sustainability, transparency, and innovation,”said Manfred Borer, CEO & Co-Founder of Koltiva.“Since the start of our collaboration, we’ve delivered tailored solutions that go beyond compliance and create lasting impact. We’re proud to support Puratos in building a resilient cocoa supply chain that uplifts farmers, empowers businesses, and protects the planet.”  

 

Grounding Technology in Human Connection  

Technology alone doesn’t solve supply chain challenges—people do. What makes this model truly effective is the combination of robust digital platforms with in-person field facilitation. In this collaboration, Puratos’ local agronomists and field agents work side-by-side with farmers to map plots, train on good agricultural practices, ensure ethical labor standards, and capture accurate data directly from the field —all using Koltiva’s integrated traceability tools. This human-centric approach bridges the digital divide and ensures no one is left behind in the traceability journey.  

 

Real Impact, Real Results  

Together, Koltiva support Puratos in building a cocoa supply chain that delivers:  

✅ Verified traceability from farm to export  

✅ Ongoing monitoring of child labor risk and ethical working conditions  

✅ Transparent reporting to customers and regulators  

✅ Improved livelihoods for farmers through access to training, data, and digital tools  

 

From Compliance to Leadership  

As more global regulations emerge and consumers demand ethical assurance, companies like Puratos are showing what’s possible when traceability becomes a strategic advantage—not just a reporting requirement.  

By embedding sustainability at the heart of its cocoa sourcing strategy, and choosing Koltiva as a trusted partner, Puratos is not just adapting to change—it is leading it.  

And at Koltiva, we remain committed to helping responsible brands navigate complexity with confidence—combining cutting- edge technology with field-based insight to build transparent, inclusive, and future-ready supply chains.  

Together, Koltiva is not just improving how cocoa is sourced. Koltiva is shaping the future of sustainable chocolate.