TDi joins sustainable infrastructure discussions in Indonesia
TDi CEO Assheton Carter recently participated in a mission with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Jakarta, Indonesia. The visit marked a return to Indonesia after approximately two decades, providing an opportunity to witness the evolution of this nation in the global landscape.
Indonesia stands as the fourth most populous country with over 270 million inhabitants. The nation possesses the largest economy in Southeast Asia and ranks 16th worldwide by nominal GDP. Jakarta continuous to demonstrate its modern urban development with extensive infrastructure and commercial activity, positioning itself as a key player in the global energy transition and critical minerals supply.
The primary objective of the mission involved collaboration with PT Sarana Multi Infrastruktur (PT SMI), Indonesia’s state-owned infrastructure development bank. Assheton participated in the initial phase of a program designed to support PT SMI’s strategy for investing in economic growth and clean energy infrastructure while maintaining principles of inclusivity and equitable development. The initiative represents a collaborative effort between the Asian Development Bank and the Indonesian government and the program addresses complex technical challenges while working toward outcomes that benefit Indonesian businesses, communities, and citizens.
Implementation is expected to continue throughout the coming year, with Assheton working alongside consulting experts and PT SMI teams. During his visit, Assheton also formalised a partnership with Rachel Zhou, Founder of REACH Advisory International, to provide services to countries involved in the critical minerals and metals value chain. Additionally, the mission included meetings with Sun Jun, recently appointed head of sustainability at Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt, to discuss ongoing collaborations planned for the current year.
The mission reflects increasing international focus on sustainable infrastructure development in rapidly growing economies and the integration of environmental and social considerations into large-scale investment strategies.