PT Merdeka Tsingshan Indonesia (MTI) has received the TOP CSR Awards 2026 in the #Site Level – Star 4 category, along with the TOP Leader on CSR Commitment 2026 award. The recognition received at the TOP CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Awards 2026 reflects MTI’s strong commitment to implementing sustainable Social and Environmental Responsibility (SER) programs.
Guided by the spirit of Harmony and Sustainability with Community, MTI remains committed to fostering a conducive and harmonious social environment through partnership-based collaboration with stakeholders. This commitment is reflected in various social programs designed to support the company’s growth while aligning with regulations and the needs of communities surrounding its operational areas.
Previously, the operator of the AIM (Acid, Iron, Metal) Plant, part of the Merdeka Group, had also received various CSR awards. At the CSR & PDB Awards 2024, MTI won a Silver award in the SDGs-Based CSR Program category for Village SDG No. 2: Zero Hunger, as well as a Gold award in the Individual Program – Institutional Practitioner category. At the TOP CSR Awards 2025, MTI received the same two award categories it achieved again in 2026.
“I dedicate this highest appreciation to all MTI employees for their extraordinary hard work and perseverance,” said Diaz Vatriando, President Director of MTI. “It is a source of pride for the company to maintain this recognition for two consecutive years—a testament to our strong commitment to delivering meaningful contributions to society.”
One of MTI’s flagship programs is BUMILOKA (Village-Owned Enterprise Driving the Local Economy) in Makarti Jaya Village. Through collaboration with the village government, village-owned enterprises (BUMDes), and local communities, the BUMILOKA program has successfully increased BUMDes revenue, created new job opportunities for residents and farmers, and improved the absorption of local agricultural products. BUMDes revenue grew from IDR 524.9 million at the end of 2024 to IDR 2.314 billion throughout 2025. A year later, in January 2026 alone, BUMDes revenue had already reached IDR 850 million.
The growth in BUMDes income over the past three years has also enabled the implementation of various village initiatives, ranging from social and religious activities to programs such as the Bahodopi District Quran recitation competition held in Makarti Jaya Village, waste transportation services, and support for the maintenance and operation of the village waterfall tourism site.
The achievements of MTI’s CSR programs over the years were also greatly influenced by the contributions of Haikal, MTI CSR Supervisor, who passed away in early May 2026, leaving deep sorrow within the MTI family.
“In particular, I would like to express my gratitude and appreciation for the tremendous dedication of the late Mr. Haikal in making this program a success,” Diaz added.
During his lifetime, Haikal was known as a friendly, hardworking, dedicated, and responsible individual who maintained strong relationships with colleagues and local residents, alongside his deep concern for community development. His presence among colleagues will always be remembered by the MTI family, and his dedication will continue to inspire the entire MTI CSR team to pursue the best possible programs for the community.
Main photo: Diaz Vatriando, President Director of MTI (center), receives the TOP Leader on CSR Commitment 2026 award.
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