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Frequently Asked Questions

As a growing global group of companies, we value open communication. Here, we provide answers to frequently asked questions from the public and our partners about our operations, products, and social contributions in Indonesia and around the world.

Company Profile & General Information

What is Korindo Group and when was it established?

Established in September 1969, Korindo Group is an Indonesian group of companies with over 57 years of experience. Originally rooted in the forestry industry, the Group has since expanded its operations globally, with a diversified business portfolio spanning agribusiness, financial services, infrastructure and logistics, and renewable energy.

Who founded Korindo Group, and what is the scale of its current workforce?

Korindo Group was founded by Mr. Eun Ho Seung, who currently serves as Chairman, while the position of Senior Vice Chairman is held by Mr. Robert Seung. The Group employs approximately 2,438 people, comprising 85% men and 15% women.

What are Korindo Group’s main business sectors and key subsidiaries?

Korindo Group oversees more than 30 subsidiaries across various industries. Key companies include PT Aspex Kumbong, which produces 330,000 tonnes of paper and 16,000 tonnes of tissue annually, PT Korindo Heavy Industry, specializing in heavy vehicle assembly, PT Kenertec Power System, operating in the wind energy sector, PT Bimaruna Jaya, providing logistics services, and PT Meritz Korindo Insurance, operating in the insurance sector, in which the Group holds a 49% ownership stake.

Where are Korindo Group’s headquarters and operational centers located?

Korindo Group’s headquarters is located at Wisma Korindo, Jl. MT Haryono Kav. 62, Jakarta 12780, Indonesia. The Group’s operational network and manufacturing facilities are spread across 10 strategic regions in Indonesia, including Jakarta and Balikpapan, and are supported by global representative offices in Singapore, Seoul, Tokyo, Amsterdam, and Los Angeles.

For official inquiries, please contact us at +62-21-7975959.

What is the meaning behind the One Step Ahead business philosophy?

“One Step Ahead” represents the Group’s strategic vision to stay one step ahead in implementing sustainable business practices. This philosophy emphasizes respect for all forms of life on Earth through technological innovation that works in harmony with nature.

Is Tunas Sawa Erma Group still affiliated with Korindo Group?

As of April 1, 2021, Tunas Sawa Erma (TSE) Group separated from Korindo Group’s management structure and operational activities. TSE Group now operates independently under its own management.

Careers & Recruitment

What is the procedure for applying for job vacancies at Korindo Group?

All information on career opportunities can be found through our official recruitment portal at korindocareers.com. Candidates are required to complete the online application form and upload their CVs directly on the website.

What kind of work culture and environment does Korindo Group offer its employees?

Korindo Group fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, with a strong commitment to empowering women across all aspects of its operations. This workplace culture is supported by regular professional training programs designed to enhance employee capabilities and drive innovation.

Sustainability

How does Korindo Group demonstrate its commitment to environmental conservation through its strategic policies?

In 2019, coinciding with its 50th anniversary, Korindo Group strengthened its commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles by aligning its economic objectives with environmental conservation goals.

As a business group that also manages industrial plantation forests and natural production forests, Korindo Group implements an integrated sustainability policy across all its forest concessions. This policy serves as the foundation for the Group’s operations, prioritizing environmental protection, social well-being, and long-term economic sustainability.

What environmentally friendly innovations and greening initiatives has Korindo Group implemented?

In Java, Korindo Group has planted a total of 1,700 tree seedlings as part of its environmental conservation efforts in Bogor Regency and to support the development of an educational agritourism area in Sodong Village, Tangerang Regency. Korindo Group has also carried out greening initiatives covering 2 hectares in Pakansari Urban Forest and 4.2 hectares in Pondok Rajeg Urban Forest.

Meanwhile, in Kalimantan, one of Korindo Group’s business units donated Eucalyptus pellita seedlings to the Central Kalimantan Provincial Public Works and Spatial Planning Agency (PUPR) in support of an initiative to plant 10,000 trees. To commemorate World Environment Day 2026, Korindo Group also distributed hundreds of seedlings, including mangrove, cempedak, durian, and mulberry, as part of its ongoing environmental conservation efforts.

What are Korindo Group’s initiatives to generate renewable energy from biomass?

Korindo Group has introduced innovative solutions to convert organic waste, such as palm kernel shells and wood pellets, into carbon-neutral energy sources. This fuel substitution effectively reduces greenhouse gas emissions while decreasing the industry’s dependence on fossil fuels.

How does Korindo Group implement Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) standards across its operational facilities?

Korindo Group strictly implements its Occupational Safety and Health Management System to ensure the safety of all operational personnel. The Group also provides properly maintained safety equipment to protect employees from the risk of workplace accidents.

In recognition of these efforts, Korindo Group was selected to represent DKI Jakarta Province at the National Mitra Bhakti Husada Award in the Office Occupational Safety and Health category.

Corporate Social Contribution

What forms of social contribution does Korindo Group provide in support of education in Indonesia?

Through Korindo Foundation, the Group has consistently provided educational scholarships since 1998. As of 2025, total scholarship assistance for more than 2,000 employees’ children had exceeded IDR 1.4 billion. In addition, Korindo Foundation provides scholarships worth IDR 5 million each to students from five Indonesian universities: IPB University, Universitas Indonesia (UI), Universitas Nasional (UNAS), Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI), and Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM). In 2025, the number of scholarship recipients at each university was increased to six students.

What healthcare facilities and community health programs has Korindo Group developed?

Korindo Foundation supports the improvement of community healthcare services through various programs focusing on maternal and child health, stunting prevention, and assistance for tuberculosis (TB) patients. In collaboration with community health centers (puskesmas) and local authorities, Korindo Foundation has provided operational equipment and supplies to 30 integrated health service posts (posyandu) in Pancoran District, South Jakarta. Beyond that, Korindo Foundation runs a Nutrition Kit program for pregnant women to help meet their nutritional needs during pregnancy and prevent stunting. The Foundation also provides nutritional assistance to TB patients to support their dietary needs throughout treatment. These initiatives reflect Korindo Foundation’s ongoing commitment to strengthening primary healthcare services and sustainably improving community well-being.

How does the company support MSMEs around its operational areas?

Korindo Foundation supports community economic independence through various empowerment programs for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). These programs include the Korindo Green Sponsorship, which provides IDR 15 million in business capital to one business group; MSME assistance, which provides IDR 2 million each to five MSME owners; and Youth Entrepreneurship, which provides IDR 7.5 million each to two young entrepreneurs. Through these programs, Korindo Foundation seeks to expand business opportunities, encourage entrepreneurial growth, and sustainably improve community welfare and economic independence.

How does the company support urban farming groups and environmental initiatives?

Korindo Foundation provides social and environmental support through the Korindo Green Sponsorship program for the Kampung Bayam Madani Farmer Group in North Jakarta. In 2025, the group received IDR 15 million in funding to support the development of community-based urban farming. The assistance was used to build a communal kitchen, provide waste recycling facilities, and support farming activities. In 2026, the support continued, including assistance for the procurement of a three-wheeled vehicle to facilitate the distribution of harvested produce. This initiative aims to strengthen the community’s economic independence while promoting productive and environmentally friendly urban farming.

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