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        "id": 1799503,
        "msgid": "meratus-denies-rumours-of-us-2-2-billion-acquisition-by-waresix-1781239837",
        "date": "2026-06-12 10:54:00",
        "title": "Meratus Denies Rumours of US$2.2 Billion Acquisition by Waresix",
        "author": "Basuki Eka Purnama",
        "source": "MEDIA_INDONESIA",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Business",
        "summary": "PT Meratus has firmly denied circulating reports of a planned acquisition by logistics platform Waresix, calling the rumoured US$2.2 billion transaction baseless. The company stated no formal or informal discussions regarding a takeover are underway. The clarification aims to quell market speculation and reassure stakeholders, including customers, partners, and employees.",
        "content": "<p>The management of PT Meratus has categorically denied circulating\nreports regarding a planned acquisition of the company by logistics\nplatform Waresix. The rumour, which cited a staggering transaction value\nof up to US$2.2 billion, was declared unfounded.<\/p>\n<p>Head of Corporate Communications &amp; Sustainability of Meratus\nGroup, Purnama Aditya, confirmed that the company is unaware of any\ncorporate action plan as widely discussed. He assured that there are\ncurrently no official or informal talks concerning a takeover.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are not in any process of offering, discussion, negotiation, or\nplanning of any transaction related to an acquisition as mentioned in\nthe circulating information,\u201d Aditya said in an official statement on\nThursday (11\/6\/2026).<\/p>\n<p>Aditya explained that this clarification is crucial to calm market\nspeculation. According to him, unverified reports of an acquisition\ncould trigger varied perceptions among stakeholders, including\ncustomers, business partners, and employees.<\/p>\n<p>This step was taken to ensure Meratus\u2019s reputation remains intact and\nto avoid broader misunderstandings. The company is committed to the\nprinciples of transparent and responsible communication in accordance\nwith applicable regulations.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe hope that reporting regarding Meratus can be conducted in a\nbalanced manner and based on verified information. We urge all parties\nto refer to official information conveyed by the company,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>Despite being hit by acquisition rumours, Meratus confirmed that\ninternal stability and customer service have not been disrupted. All\noperational activities in the logistics and shipping sectors continue as\nnormal.<\/p>\n<p>Currently, the company\u2019s main focus is strengthening connectivity and\nproviding integrated maritime logistics solutions.<\/p>",
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