【SMM Flash News】PLN Increases Excess Power Purchase from IWIP to 11 MW to Boost Regional Grid Stability

Published: Mar 2, 2026 20:54

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PT PLN (Persero) has officially amended its Power Purchase Agreement (PJBTL) with PT Indonesia Weda Bay Industrial Park (IWIP), increasing the utilization of excess power from 8.5 MW to 11 MW as of March 2, 2026. General Manager Noer Soeratmoko stated that this 2.5 MW increase is a strategic move to secure power reserves for the Weda system amid rising demand from households and local businesses in Central Halmahera. IWIP President Director Kevin He emphasized that this collaboration ensures high-quality power distribution for the community, providing an immediate energy solution without the need for new power plant construction.

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