SIG and BRIN Develop High-Quality, Sustainable Building Materials
Jakarta (ANTARA) — PT Semen Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (SIG) has partnered with the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) to deliver solutions in construction materials that are high-quality, environmentally friendly, and support sustainable, innovative national development.
Chief Executive Indrieffouny Indra said that the demand for building materials and the responsibility to realise sustainable development are driving the company to continually offer product and service solutions grounded in research and innovation.
‘We are realising this initiative through collaboration with the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) in a research, invention, and innovation partnership in the field of cement and its derivatives,’ Indra said in a statement in Jakarta on Wednesday, 20 May.
The cooperation between SIG and BRIN is marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between SIG Chief Executive Indrieffouny Indra and BRIN Deputy for Utilisation of Research and Innovation R. Hendrian, which was conducted within the series of events ‘BRIN Goes To Industry 4’ in Jakarta.
According to Indra, research is the key to delivering building material products that are superior and sustainable to meet the challenges and needs of the rapidly developing construction sector. Therefore the company collaborates with various relevant parties, including BRIN, to strengthen research and innovation in the cement sector and its derivatives.
The scope of the agreement includes research activities to create innovative cement and derivative products that are applicable, jointly utilising facilities and infrastructure in line with the research activities. Thereafter, policy advocacy to implement sustainable development, to provide product and service solutions that support national economic recovery and respond to climate change, and to enhance human resources competencies.
Further, Indra said the collaboration is also a strategic step to deliver a range of building material solutions that are high quality, renowned, and eco-friendly. ‘This move also aligns with SIG’s transformation strategy to optimise cement derivatives and the portfolio currently being focused on by the company,’ Indra added.
The synergy also represents a continuation of the MoU signed in July 2023. In the previous period, SIG and BRIN conducted several research efforts, including the development of high-performance concrete using hydraulic cement; self-healing concrete to prevent and repair cracks in concrete; chemical additives for cement and concrete; and the development of green concrete for coastal and maritime infrastructure.
‘SIG remains committed to contributing to Indonesia’s development through sustainable solutions and innovations that add value for all stakeholders,’ Indra said.
BRIN Deputy Chief Amarulla Octavian said that ‘BRIN Goes To Industry’ serves as a hub for communication among stakeholders, including industry, institutions, regulators, and the public, to exchange information about research and innovation products. ‘In this way, it is hoped that the quality of research and innovation can be enhanced and have a positive impact,’ Amarulla said.
Through the programme, BRIN supports the implementation of the RPJMN 2025–2029 policy direction by strengthening research and innovation that is oriented toward harmony between humans, the environment, nature, culture, and inclusive and tolerant social life.