SIG's Strategy to Strengthen Export Performance Amid Industrial Challenges

PT Semen Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (SIG) has revealed the outcomes of its transformation strategy, which is beginning to bear fruit amid pressures in the domestic cement industry. In a market still overshadowed by overcapacity, SIG has managed to sustain growth momentum while preparing new growth engines through strengthened export markets. In the first quarter of 2026, SIG recorded revenue of Rp8.29 trillion, up 8.3% year-on-year (yoy), with sales volume also increasing 1.7% yoy to 8.71 million tonnes. Net profit attributable to the parent entity’s owners rose significantly by 88.7% to Rp80 billion. SIG Corporate Secretary Vita Mahreyni stated that these achievements demonstrate the company’s transformation strategy has successfully maintained business resilience while strengthening the foundations for long-term growth. “SIG is not only focused on maintaining short-term performance but also building new, more sustainable sources of growth. The disciplined implementation of business transformation has successfully enhanced the company’s competitiveness amid industry challenges,” said Vita, as quoted from her statement on Thursday, 7 May 2026. According to Vita, one of SIG’s main current focuses is strengthening export market penetration as a strategic step to increase plant utilisation and expand market opportunities for value-added derivative products. Through its subsidiary PT Solusi Bangun Indonesia Tbk, in partnership with Taiheiyo Cement Corporation, SIG has completed the development project for an export dock and production facilities in Tuban, East Java, targeted to begin operations in mid-2026. This facility will serve as the base for strengthening SIG’s exports while opening opportunities to improve business margins amid increasingly tight domestic market competition. “The completion of the export facility in Tuban marks an important milestone for SIG to strengthen its position in the international market. Exports will become a strategic instrument to optimise utilisation while supporting the company’s profitability growth,” said Vita. On the operational side, SIG continues to strengthen transformation effectiveness through micro-market management, product portfolio optimisation, and cost efficiency. These strategies have helped the company maintain performance amid rising energy prices and domestic market demand that is only beginning to show signs of recovery at the start of this year.