From Policy to Practice: How PTK 023 Implements MEMR Regulation 14 of 2025
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From Policy to Practice: How PTK 023 Implements MEMR Regulation 14 of 2025

Overview On 6 August 2026, SKK Migas issued PTK-023/SKKIA0000/2026/S9 concerning the Implementation of Cooperation Arrangements for the Management of Portions of Working Areas to Increase Oil and Gas Production (“PTK 023“). PTK 023 serves as the implementing guideline for MEMR Regulation No. 14 of 2025, providing the operational framework and procedural guidance for the cooperation…

ADCO Law Successfully Represents Client in Vessel Acquisition from Japanese Company 
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ADCO Law Successfully Represents Client in Vessel Acquisition from Japanese Company 

ADCO Law has successfully advised an Indonesian major leading integrated logistics, distribution of basic chemicals, petroleum, supply chain solutions, and maritime transportation groups (“Client”), in connection with the acquisition of a specialized chemical tanker and securing long term charter agreement with a Japanese-affiliated chemical manufacturer and leading producer of industrial chemicals serving the Southeast Asian market with a total value…

New Ministerial Approval Required for Coal Blending Activities: What MEMR Regulation 6/2026 Means for Coal Mining Business
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New Ministerial Approval Required for Coal Blending Activities: What MEMR Regulation 6/2026 Means for Coal Mining Business

On 12 June 2026, the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (“MEMR“) enacted amended Regulation of the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources No. 17 of 2025 on Procedures for the Preparation, Filing, and Approval of Work Plans and Budget Estimates, as well as Procedures for Reporting on the Implementation of Mineral and Coal Mining…

One Door Out: What President Prabowo’s Export Restructuration Plan Means for Natural Resource Investors 
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One Door Out: What President Prabowo’s Export Restructuration Plan Means for Natural Resource Investors 

On 20 May 2026, President Prabowo Subianto proposed the “One Door Export Policy” before the Indonesian parliament. This plan will require all business exports to be conducted through a designated state-owned enterprise. The president contemplates a phased transition in 2026, beginning with export clearance functions and later extending to the full export chain, including pre- and post-clearance activities. If implemented, the policy could significantly affect private-sector exporters by…

Assessing the Effectiveness of Asset Execution and Insolvency in Recovery Strategies
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Assessing the Effectiveness of Asset Execution and Insolvency in Recovery Strategies

The increase in non-performing loans (“NPLs”) has prompted creditors, particularly banks, to reassess the effectiveness of their existing recovery strategies. This article examines three primary approaches: asset execution, civil litigation, and formal mechanisms through Suspension of Debt Payment Obligations or Penundaan Kewajiban Pembayaran Utang (“PKPU”) and bankruptcy, along with the practical challenges they pose, ranging from legal uncertainty and technical constraints to moral hazard risks. Ultimately, selecting a…

Energy Conservation as a Business Imperative: Key Takeaways from MEMR Regulation 1/2026 
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Energy Conservation as a Business Imperative: Key Takeaways from MEMR Regulation 1/2026 

Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Regulation No. 1 of 2026 on Energy Conservation Service Businesses (“MEMR Regulation 1/2026”) establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework governing the operation of energy conservation service businesses in Indonesia. The regulation sets out licensing requirements, scope of permitted activities, applicable business models, and ongoing reporting obligations for service providers.  …

ADCO Law Successfully Represents Client in the Acquisition of Coal Mining Companies in Central Sulawesi
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ADCO Law Successfully Represents Client in the Acquisition of Coal Mining Companies in Central Sulawesi

ADCO Law is proud to announce a successful representation for the mining group company (“Client”) that heavy involves in mining, resources, energy, and logistics in the acquisition of a mining service company and its subsidiaries in Central Sulawesi (“Target Companies”). The transaction was structured as a phased acquisition, through which the Client secured a controlling…

Hybrid Power Plants Now Regulated: Key Takeaways from MEMR Regulation Number 19 of 2025 for Business Actors
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Hybrid Power Plants Now Regulated: Key Takeaways from MEMR Regulation Number 19 of 2025 for Business Actors

Issued in December 2025, Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Regulation Number 19 of 2025 on Hybrid Power Plants (“MEMR Regulation 19/2025”) introduces a comprehensive regulatory framework for the development of Hybrid Power Plants or Pembangkit Listrik Tenaga Hibrida “PLTH” in Indonesia, particularly for small islands and remote areas. This regulation reflects the government’s policy objectives of ensuring a reliable electric supply, improving operating hours, accelerating the national de-dieselization program,…

ADCO Law Welcomes Athifah Alatas as Counsel
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ADCO Law Welcomes Athifah Alatas as Counsel

With Athifah Alatas joining the team, ADCO Law now comprises 6 Partners and 2 Counsels. Jakarta, Indonesia – ADCO Law officially announces the appointment of Athifah Alatas as Counsel, effective November 1, 2025. ADCO Law is the exclusive Indonesian member of Alliott Global Alliance (AGA), the world’s largest multidisciplinary alliance with 238 member firms across…

Presidential Regulation 109/2025: Indonesia’s New Framework for Waste-to-Energy Project 
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Presidential Regulation 109/2025: Indonesia’s New Framework for Waste-to-Energy Project 

PR 109/2025 introduces a new, investment-oriented framework for Indonesia’s WtE development, replacing PR 35/2018. The regulation expands project eligibility nationwide, simplifies the energy purchase scheme with a fixed tariff of USD 0.20/kWh, centralizes coordination under BPI Danantara, and accelerates environmental licensing. It also clarifies risk allocation and provides transitional measures for existing projects. Together, these…