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HUBLOT Unveils Its First Boutique in Indonesia

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December 24, 2025

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

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November 24, 2025
Source:  This publication is authored by Koltiva and reflects its views and opinions. Click here for more information.

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

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November 24, 2025
Source:  This publication is authored by Koltiva and reflects its views and opinions. Click here for more information.

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

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November 17, 2025

SwissCham Indonesia 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 SwissCham Indonesia 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: 

Our gratitude to the members of the Board of Management: 

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

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

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September 01, 2025

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—one that 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.   

 

Thailand’s Rubber Company (G T Rubber) and Indonesia’s AgriTech Firm Map Over 15,000 Plots and Verify 4,500 Farmers to Ensure Deforestation-Free Supply Chain

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September 01, 2025

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

 

Executive Summaries:

  • Over 90% of the world’s natural rubber is grown by smallholders, yet many remain invisible in formal supply chains. Thailand leads production at 34%, followed by Indonesia (26%), Vietnam (8%), China (7%), and India (7%). 

  • More than 4 million hectares of forest (an area as large as Switzerland) have been cleared for rubber plantations since 1993, primarily in sensitive ecosystems. To stop further loss, traceability is now a priority across the industry. 

  • Over 15,000 rubber plots have been mapped, and 4,500 farmers have been verified as part of a traceability initiative by G T Rubber, in collaboration with Indonesia’s AgriTech Firm, KOLTIVA. The effort also trained 200 dealers on EUDR compliance to prevent unverified rubber from entering the supply chain.

 

Bangkok, 11 August 2025 – Thailand, one of the world’s top natural rubber enterprises, is undergoing a pivotal shift as regulatory and market forces converge around traceability and sustainability. At the forefront of this transformation is G T Rubber, a key industry player that has partnered with agritech firm Koltiva to implement a rigorous traceability and risk management system designed to align with the European Union’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).

To implement a comprehensive traceability system that captures, verifies, and monitors rubber production from smallholder farms to export.

 

Fragmentation, Aggregation, and the Traceability Challenge

More than 90% of global natural rubber is produced by smallholders in Southeast Asia, most of whom operate outside formal supply chains and have limited links to processors or buyers (SPOTT, 2022). Thailand leads production at 34%, followed by Indonesia (26%), Vietnam (8%), China (7%), and India (7%). While the sector supports millions of livelihoods, its rapid expansion has fuelled deforestation, biodiversity loss, and land tenure conflicts. A fragmented network of intermediaries—traders and aggregators—adds further opacity, making traceability and sustainability difficult to enforce.

A 2023 study published in Nature Journal underscores the urgency: more than 4 million hectares of forest (an area as large as Switzerland) have been cleared for rubber plantations since 1993—half of that since 2000—much of it in ecologically sensitive areas. The sector’s environmental footprint is significant, yet rubber remains absent mainly from global deforestation discourse.

As trade regulations evolve, the capacity to verify sourcing origins—down to the farm level—will determine which exporters can continue accessing premium global markets.

 

Data-Driven Infrastructure at the Farm Level for Deforestation Free Supply Chain

G T Rubber is advancing traceability and risk management by deploying a digital system from Indonesia’s AgriTech Firm Koltiva that verifies land legality, assesses deforestation risk, and links farm-level data to sourcing transactions. This granular dataset forms the backbone of G T Rubber’s compliance framework, enabling real-time monitoring and risk flagging. Crucially, this system prepares the company for seamless integration with forthcoming EU Information Systems (EUIS), which will require detailed geolocation and due diligence disclosures.

To date, over 15,000 smallholder plots have been polygon-mapped, across Thailand with more than 4,500 rubber farmers verified through geospatial analysis, land tenure checks, and deforestation risk assessments. These validated data points are directly connected to sourcing transactions within a centralized Management Information System (MIS), providing G T Rubber’s compliance team with the ability to track, assess, and respond to risks in real time.

Designed to align with upcoming EUIS, the system supports detailed geolocation tracking and due diligence reporting; key requirements under the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). By consolidating verification and monitoring into one platform, G T Rubber strengthens transparency and readiness as sustainability regulations evolve.

“Deforestation linked to rubber is often underestimated in global discourse, yet the data is clear. Millions of hectares have been lost in the past two decades. If we want to maintain access to international markets, we must move beyond declarations and into systems that generate verifiable, actionable data from the field. That’s the only way to prove what’s really happening on the ground,” said Manfred Borer, CEO and Co-Founder at KOLTIVA. 

“EUDR and similar regulations are not temporary hurdles—they’re signposts for where global trade is heading. For businesses, the ability to demonstrate traceability down to the farm level is now a core part of long-term resilience. This is about ensuring our supply chains can adapt—not just to today’s rules, but to tomorrow’s expectations.“

The Dealer Bottleneck: Training and Segregation as Mitigation Tools

Dealers often represent a weak link in the compliance chain, operating in remote regions with limited digital infrastructure and a lack of knowledge about new regulatory demands. Over 200 dealers in G T Rubber’s network have undergone structured training through the capacity-building program. The training and coaching combine regulatory literacy with practical implementation, offering hands-on guidance and pre- and post-assessments to evaluate dealer understanding of both the EUDR and traceability practices. Additionally, labelling systems are provided for compliant segregation (for both compliant and non-compliant rubber), and sourcing protocols are implemented to reduce contamination of verified supply.

“Farm data alone won’t secure compliance. If a dealer adds unverified rubber into the supply, the entire batch—and the credibility of the traceability system—comes into question. That’s why we emphasize capacity building and verification at every level—especially where aggregation happens,” said Olivier Barents, Senior Head of Marketing APAC at KOLTIVA.

“The risk is real: one non-compliant shipment can result in costly penalties or shipment rejections. That’s why we prioritize traceability not only at the farm level but also among dealers—through targeted training and traceability tools. A single undocumented shipment can jeopardize market access. Our role is to equip suppliers with systems that identify and resolve these risks before they escalate into regulatory violations.”

 

Three-Tier Traceability Engagement Framework

A recent initiative in southern Thailand from G T Rubber offers a practical model for advancing deforestation-free rubber supply chains. The program is structured around a three-tier engagement framework that begins with strategic alignment at the corporate level, followed by targeted training for local dealers, and continuous coaching for smallholders in key sourcing regions. This layered approach reinforces data integrity and improves traceability at critical aggregation points—often the weakest links in supply chain transparency.

What sets this model apart is its integration of multiple risk-detection systems. Satellite imagery, national land-use records, and deforestation alert platforms are combined to generate dynamic, georeferenced profiles of sourcing areas. These profiles support more accurate risk assessments and enable pre-emptive interventions.

G T Rubber plans to expand the traceability initiative to more provinces in 2025, aiming to onboard at least 10,000 Smallholder Producers by 2027 and increase the share of verified rubber in its total output. The company is also working closely with Koltiva to strengthen the traceability framework further, leveraging new digital features and analytics to identify sourcing gaps and monitor field-level performance.

“This is about long-term competitiveness,” said Tanaphon Tanunpatcharapol, Managing Director at G T Rubber Company Limited. “Buyers are no longer just asking for quality—they’re demanding proof that materials are traceable and deforestation-free. That’s the future of global trade.“

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Enhancing Farmer Capacity, Syngenta Indonesia Launches Rice Cultivation Guidebook and Drone Learning Center

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August 29, 2025

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This publication is authored by and reflected the views and opinion of Syngenta Indonesia. More information about Syngenta Indonesia is available on www.syngenta.co.id.

 

  • Syngenta Indonesia launched the “Achieve Optimal Results in Rice Cultivation” guidebook to support increased productivity and achieve national rice self-sufficiency.
  • The inauguration of the Drone Learning Center at the R&D Center in Cikampek, West Java, is a strategic step towards modern and precision Indonesian agriculture.

 

Syngenta Indonesia launched two strategic innovations to support the transformation of rice cultivation and strengthen national food self-sufficiency. The innovations are the “Achieve Optimal Results in Rice Cultivation” guidebook and the Drone Learning Center, which were inaugurated at the Syngenta Research and Development (R&D) Center in Cikampek, West Java, on August 27, 2025.

These two innovations demonstrate Syngenta Indonesia’s commitment to supporting national food security. With Indonesia’s population now exceeding 280 million, the demand for rice continues to rise, necessitating innovative solutions to optimize production. National rice production currently reaches 34 million tons per year, but this figure needs to increase in line with population growth. Responding to these challenges, Syngenta Indonesia is committed to supporting farmers to increase rice productivity through innovation and sustainable agricultural practices.

A Comprehensive Guide to Rice Cultivation

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The “Achieving Optimal Rice Cultivation Results” guidebook summarizes Syngenta’s experience and knowledge in assisting rice farmers in achieving optimal productivity. This comprehensive guidebook has received input from farmers, extension workers, and academics. This guide to optimal rice cultivation covers all aspects, from land preparation and water management, seed and nursery selection, rice planting, plant spacing, fertilization and soil health, integrated crop protection, and harvesting. From a sustainability perspective, Syngenta has innovated in straw management, compost, and biochar, the use of drones, and IoT in agriculture. Farmer safety is also a key focus, providing information on the six rights, calibration of crop protection product use, and Syngenta’s five golden rules.

“The presence of this guidebook is one of Syngenta Indonesia’s concrete steps to continue increasing rice productivity. Syngenta also has a fostered farmer community, the 10 Ton Community, which has successfully achieved productivity of more than 10 tons per hectare. The combination of the innovative rice cultivation guidebook and the 10 Ton Community will help increase farmers’ profits and welfare, as outlined in the “Petani MAJU” (Advanced Farmers) vision, said Eryanto, President Director of Syngenta Indonesia.

Coordinating Minister for Food, Zulkifli Hasan (Zulhas), represented by Mrs. Widiastuti, S.E., M.Si., Deputy for Food and Agriculture Business Coordination, stated in her remarks that the government highly appreciates companies like Syngenta Indonesia for their efforts to support national food security and sovereignty. “Syngenta Indonesia, with its agricultural innovations and technology, is a crucial partner in the journey to realizing an advanced Indonesia.” This guidebook will be helpful to the broader public, including farmers and extension workers, in cultivating rice.

This guidebook is expected to provide practical solutions for various stakeholders in the agricultural sector. For farmers, this book serves as a quick reference for addressing field challenges and simplifying complex technical information. For agricultural extension workers, this book provides more precise and consistent guidance, facilitating effective two-way communication with farmers.

Drone Learning Center: Modernizing Indonesian Agriculture

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In addition to the guidebook, Syngenta Indonesia also inaugurated a Drone Learning Center. This facility allows farmers to gain hands-on experience in using drones to support agricultural efficiency through more precise application of fertilizers and crop protection products (prolintan), saving time and production costs, and minimizing environmental impact.

Through this Drone Learning Center, Syngenta Indonesia affirms its commitment to promoting the modernization of Indonesian agriculture. Drone technology not only increases efficiency but also supports more environmentally friendly agricultural practices.
The launch event was attended by approximately 700 rice farmers from the Syngenta Indonesia 10 Ton Community, from West Java, East Java, and Central Java. Their presence demonstrated that the 10-ton-per-hectare production target can be achieved with the proper knowledge and technology.

The farmers welcomed the rice cultivation guidebook and the Syngenta Drone Learning Center. “This book is very useful in assisting farmers when planting rice. Today we can also learn about drones, which will help save time using the Syngenta Drone Learning application,” said Rokim, a farmer from Sukamekar Jatisari and head of the Karawang 10 Ton Community.

The implementation of this activity demonstrates the solid synergy and collaboration between the government, the private sector, and farmers in advancing sustainable Indonesian agriculture (a joint effort in sustainability) as one united team, as stated in Syngenta Indonesia’s Advanced Farmers vision. As a continuation of Syngenta’s 25th anniversary innovation and celebration series, Syngenta Indonesia will launch the Ningrat hybrid rice seed (NK2133) and inaugurate a quarantine laboratory on August 28, 2025 in Pasuruan, East Java.

 

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Uncovering Hidden Truths Through Investigative Interview

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August 19, 2025

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This publication is authored by and reflects the views and opinions of Integrity Indonesia PT. More information about Integrity Indonesia PT is available at www.integrity-indonesia.com.

One morning in a corporate meeting room, the tension was almost tangible. An employee sat across from two interviewers. There were no raised voices, no accusations, only questions delivered calmly yet with clear direction. Each answer was listened to intently, every shift in posture noted, and small details double-checked. This was one form of an investigative interview, a professional interviewing method that often serves as the key to untangling the complexities of corporate fraud and internal misconduct cases.

In the business world, moments like these happen more often than people realize. Investigative interviews are not limited to law enforcement, they are widely used by companies to uncover suspected internal violations, conflicts of interest, and fraudulent practices that can quietly erode both reputation and revenue.

More Than Just Asking Questions

Many assume that an investigative interview is simply another word for interrogation, but the two are different. Interrogations are typically conducted by law enforcement and may be confrontational, whereas in a business context, investigative interviews are conducted with professionalism, structure, with the aim of gathering information objectively.

“Why professional? Because in an investigative interview, we uphold the rights of the interviewee. They have the right to feel at ease, they may drink, take a restroom break, and if they feel tired, they can pause. This is the difference between an investigative interview and an interrogation,” explained one of the seasoned Investigators at Integrity Indonesia PT.

“The process is also highly systematic because there is a planning stage, including subject profiling, drafting questions, and determining the execution strategy. We even consider small details such as the place of interview, sitting arrangement, the order of subjects to be interviewed and whether the interview will be conducted one on one or two on one,” he continued.

Thorough planning is crucial. Before a single question is asked, interviewers must understand the context of the case, identify witnesses or related parties, and map out possible information pathways. In many cases, interviews open unexpected doors, revealing people and facts that were never on the original list.

Reading Beyond Words

In an investigative interview, the spoken answer is just one layer of information. Tone of voice, pauses, body language, and even fleeting microexpressions can hold valuable clues. “The consistency of answers and non verbal cues are often important indicators for assessing honesty,” he said.

The greatest challenge comes when there is little initial information or when the case is already ‘burnt’, a term of situation when witnesses or subjects have already been interviewed by another party such as the company’s internal team and have become defensive. In such situations, the skill of building rapport becomes crucial. Questions must be open ended and free of an accusatory tone.

The PEACE method (Planning, Engage & Explain, Account, Clarify & Challenge, Evaluation) is often used as a framework. From building initial communication to final evaluation, each stage is designed to ensure the interview is effective, ethical, and yields information that can be accounted for.

Revealing More Than Expected

One of the strengths of an investigative interview is its ability to uncover unexpected information. In a case involving suspected misuse of company funds, the initial interview focused on one violation. However, from the statements obtained, another practice emerged: manipulation of leave entitlements by several employees. This finding never appeared in documents or internal reports but became important for management to take corrective action.

For companies, there are several advantages to having an investigative interview conducted by a third party. First, the results are more objective because they are carried out by a neutral party, avoiding conflicts of interest.

“Often, our team finds there is a close relationship, for example, a subject from the HR department being friendly with purchasing, or the legal department with sales, making them reluctant to provide statements if the investigation is conducted internally,” he noted.

Second, seasoned interviewers possess trained analytical skills and intuition, especially when dealing with subjects who hold high positions or wield significant influence. “Sometimes the ‘posture’ of an internal interviewer is outweighed by the subject, especially if they are senior executives. This is where neutrality, expertise, and experience from professional interviewers are essential,” he added.

Beyond resolving current issues, investigative interviews also help prevent future losses. By uncovering patterns, motives, and relationships between parties, companies can improve systems, strengthen policies, and build a stronger culture of integrity.

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Switzerland Celebrates National Day with a Tribute to Longstanding Partnership with Indonesia

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August 05, 2025

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Jakarta, 1 August 2025 – The Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia marked Swiss National Day 2025 with a vibrant celebration in Jakarta, paying tribute to the enduring friendship and multifaceted cooperation between Switzerland and Indonesia. Held at hotel Ayana Midplaza Jakarta, the event brought together over 800 guests, including high-level government officials, business leaders, diplomats, the Swiss community and friends of Switzerland.

The Guest of Honour for the evening was Prof. Dr. Ir. Rachmat Pambudy, M.S., Minister for National Development Planning / Head of Bappenas, who underscored the close ties and shared aspirations between the two nations.

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In his speech, Swiss Ambassador Olivier Zehnder emphasized Switzerland’s strong and evolving engagement in Indonesia:
“We are especially proud of Switzerland’s broad engagement in Indonesia – rooted in shared values and a commitment to long-term partnership. From vocational education and skills development, to human rights and disaster risk management, to fostering responsible and innovative business, our efforts reflect a deep respect for each other and a belief in working together to build resilient, inclusive, and sustainable societies.”

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The celebration featured a special performance by Jane Callista, a rising Indonesian talent who charmed the audience with a joyful Swiss-Indonesian yodelling medley. This performance, delivered by the Indonesian artist mastering a traditional Swiss singing style, beautifully captured the spirit of Swiss-Indonesian friendship and cross-cultural appreciation.

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Guests were also treated to a selection of authentic Swiss culinary delights, including warm, melty Swiss cheese raclette, the beloved Carac pastry which is especially popular in the French-speaking part of Switzerland, and other traditional dishes that offered a taste of Switzerland’s rich gastronomic heritage.

The success of the evening was made possible thanks to the generous support of 27 Swiss and Indonesian companies and institutions, whose contributions reflect the strength of our bilateral economic and cultural ties. These sponsors include PT Clariant Indonesia, PT Endress+Hauser Indonesia, SICPA-PERURI SECURINK, PT Nestlé Indonesia, ON Indonesia, Novartis Indonesia, ABB Motion and PT ABB Sakti Industri, Georg Fischer, PT Andritz Hydro, Switzerland Tourism, SwissCham Indonesia, Regal Springs Indonesia, Gran Meliá Jakarta, OMYA, PT Sika Indonesia, Time International, PT Tunas Tasik, Zurich Indonesia, Hilti, the Swiss Committee of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry KADIN, Givaudan Indonesia, GE Vernova, MSC, Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC), PT Syngenta Indonesia, Roche, and Additiv.

Swiss National Day is celebrated on 1 August each year to mark the founding of the Swiss Confederation in 1291. In Indonesia, the occasion provides an opportunity to highlight the historic partnership between the two countries as well as Switzerland’s long-standing commitment to collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect.

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Time International Receives HR Asia’s “Best Companies to Work For in Asia” 2025 Award: A Tribute to Our People

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July 25, 2025

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

 

 

Time International is honored to once again be recognized by the HR Asia Awards as one of the Best Companies to Work For in Asia. This accolade is a powerful affirmation of the company’s continued efforts to build a workplace culture defined by purpose, excellence, and above all, people.

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This year’s award holds a deeper meaning. More than a recognition of programs or policies, it is a celebration of the individuals who form the foundation of Time International. From boutique teams and warehouse staff to head office functions, it is their dedication, creativity, and resilience that have shaped a company culture worth honoring.

“At Time International, we’ve always believed that people are our greatest strength. This award belongs to every single person who brings our vision and values to life every day,” said Irwan Danny Mussry, President & CEO of Time International. “I am incredibly proud of our team and grateful for the spirit of collaboration and integrity they continue to uphold. This recognition is theirs.”

 

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HR Asia launched the Best Companies to Work For in Asia award to spotlight organizations that excel in employee engagement, workplace culture, and HR practices. To be listed among other respected companies across Asia is an honor; to earn this recognition through the voices and experiences of our employees makes it even more special.

Time International’s win stands alongside other highly respected organizations across Asia and Indonesia. It is a testament to the company’s unwavering commitment to its core values, which serve as guiding principles in both internal culture and external partnerships.

 

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With a legacy that began in the 1960s, Time International has grown to become Indonesia’s foremost curator of luxury and lifestyle brands. Representing over 40 leading global brands and operating more than 100 stores across the country, the company continues to uphold the balance between heritage and innovation, professionalism and heart.

Winning Best Companies to Work For in Asia in 2025 is not just a badge of honor, it’s a reflection of a culture built on trust, mutual respect, and a shared ambition to always raise the bar. This award is a reminder that when we invest in people, people give back tenfold, through their ideas, their loyalty, and their drive to make every experience memorable.

As we continue on our journey, this recognition will serve as a compass to strengthen our employee experience and reinforce our belief: people make the brand.

 

 

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