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Video: Rental Forklift Strategies to Chase Rp 100 Billion Profit Amid War

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Video: Rental Forklift Strategies to Chase Rp 100 Billion Profit Amid War
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Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - Director of Sarana Mitra Luas Tbk (SMIL), Winston Suhermin, reveals the impact of global geopolitical volatility on the forklift rental and material handling business. This includes currency depreciation, supply chain disruptions, and rising prices of raw materials and energy, which add to operational costs.

Nevertheless, ongoing demand for forklift services from the manufacturing industry, such as FMCG to paper factories, is expected to maintain SMIL’s business performance amid global pressures.

SMIL targets 10-20% growth in 2026, with sales up to Rp 500 billion and profit of Rp 100 billion. So, what are the impacts and business strategies for forklift rental to face the 2026 volatility?

For more details, watch the dialogue between Shania Alatas and Director of PT Sarana Mitra Luas Tbk (SMIL), Winston Suhermin, in AutoBizz, CNBC Indonesia (Monday, 27/04/2026).

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