The ceremony of handing over 100 temporary housing units by UT Director – Iwan Hadiantoro (left), UT Commissioner – Djoko Pranoto (second left), Lumajang Regent – Thoriqul Haq (center), UT Director – Edhie Sarwono (right).
Lumajang – July 7th 2022
United Tractors remains committed to making genuine contributions to the nation’s development, particularly the welfare and sustainability of the Indonesian people, in all aspects of the company’s operations. One of the most significant contributions was the provision of assistance for 100 temporary housing units for communities affected by Mount Semeru’s eruption.
Djoko Pranoto, Commissioner of PT United Tractors Tbk (UT), and the Board of Directors and management of UT Group were present on this occasion to provide a direct handover in the form of temporary shelter facilities (huntara) for communities affected by the Mount Semeru Eruption disaster in Lumajang Regency, Java East.
This activity began on December 6, 2021 and was completed in stages. The first phase is the disaster emergency response phase, in which UT Group distributes aid in the form of appropriate clothing, basic necessities, medicines, tarpaulins, and blankets, as well as building health posts and public kitchens. UT Group also brought in five units of heavy equipment, including excavators and single drum rollers, to help with victim evacuation, land clearing, and the process of compacting materials (soil, sand, stone) in road construction.
In the second phase, the UT Group constructed emergency school facilities at several locations, toilet facilities at two locations, and shelters for victims with a 100-unit temporary housing system. This stage was completed to assist in the rehabilitation process in Lumajang following Mount Semeru’s eruption.
“The handover of 100 shelter units is part of UT’s disaster CSR program, which aims to realize our commitment to increasing and developing the capacity of communities affected by the Mount Semeru eruption to become more alert, alert, and responsive to disasters,” said Iwan Hadiantoro, Director of United Tractors.
From February to June 2022, the construction of 100 shelter units was focused on Sumbermujur Village, Candipuro District, Lumajang Regency. The UT Group hopes that the assistance provided will benefit the community and that Lumajang will be able to resume normal operations as soon as possible.
United Tractors’ commitment to community development and welfare is part of the company’s long-term strategy to prioritize ESG implementation. The company’s goal is to make a genuine contribution to the creation of added value for stakeholders and Indonesians.
“United Tractors understands the importance of implementing ESG because the company’s goal of moving together is embodied in our Moving as One principle.” As a result, UT is committed to being present as a company that realizes a sustainable business,” said Djoko Pranoto, Commissioner of PT United Tractors Tbk.
Companies in the UT Group, including UT, PT Pamapersada Nusantara (PAMA), PT Tuah Turangga Agung (TTA), PT Kalimantan Prima Persada(KPP), PT Bina Pertiwi (BP), PT Universal Tekno Reksajaya (UTR), PT Komatsu Remanufacturing Asia (KRA), PT Andalan Multi Kencana (AMK), PT United Tractors Pandu Engineering (UTE), PT Acset Indonusa Tbk (ACSET) and PT Traktor Nusantara (TN).
About PT United Tractors Tbk
PT United Tractors Tbk is a subsidiary of PT Astra International Tbk, Indonesia’s leading and largest distributor of heavy equipment, as well as a mining contracting, mining, and construction company. The Company also expands and investigates business opportunities in the energy sector, including participation in power generation projects.
ESG at United Tractors
United Tractors, a world-class heavy equipment, mining, and energy company with more than 50 years of experience in Indonesia, is committed to bringing a sustainable future for Indonesia through the effective application of ESG principles such as environmental stewardship, social impact, and good corporate governance. good corporate governance at all levels of its business operations, as well as optimizing its competencies, expertise, and strategic assets to add value to all stakeholders and the Indonesian people.
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Sara K. Loebis
Head of Corporate Communication Division
PT United Tractors Tbk
Email : ir@unitedtractors.com
Address : Raya Bekasi Street Km.22 Cakung, Jakarta Timur 13910
Phone : (62-21) 3511961, Fax : (62-21) 3441413