Semen Baturaja and UNBARA Synergize to Develop Innovation and Research in Various Fields

BATURAJA – PT Semen Baturaja Tbk (SMBR) as a subsidiary of PT Semen Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (SIG) strengthens its commitment to support the advancement of education in Indonesia. SMBR signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Baturaja University (UNBARA). The signing ceremony took place at the UNBARA Auditorium, Baturaja, Ogan Komering Ulu Regency (OKU) on Tuesday (5/11).

The signing of the MoU was carried out by the President Director of SMBR, Suherman Yahya, S.T., M.T. and the Chancellor of UNBARA, Ir. Hj. Lindawati, S.T., M.T. This MoU is a change from the previous MoU

by expanding the scope of the scope in various fields, including research, development of science, information and technology, improving the quality of human resources through education and training, internship programs, field work practices, studies and activities in the field of the environment, governance, community empowerment, and promotion for the common good.

The event was attended by the ranks of PT Semen Baturaja, including Vice President of Corporate Secretary Hari Liandu, Vice President of Maintenance and Vice President of Technical Plant Eko David Irawan, along with staff. Meanwhile, from UNBARA, the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science (FTK), Ir. Ferry Desromi, S.T., M.T., Vice Dean I of FTK, Dr. Enda Kartika Sari, S.P., M.Sc., and his staff were present.

SMBR President Director Suherman Yahya in his speech said that this collaboration is a strategic step for SMBR in realizing synergy between academics and industry.

“We hope that this collaboration will not only produce relevant research and innovation, but also open up opportunities for the UNBARA academic community to be actively involved in developing superior human resources. By working together, we can create a generation that is ready to face industry challenges and make a real contribution to realizing Indonesia Emas in 2045,” he said.

Meanwhile, SMBR’s Vice President of Corporate Secretary, Hari Liandu, added that this synergy is an effort to encourage the fulfillment of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Numbers 4 and 17 concerning Quality Education and Partnerships to Achieve Goals.

“We are committed to being present in the academic sphere and supporting the achievement of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, which includes education, research, and community service,” added Hari.

The Chancellor of Baturaja University, Ir. Hj. Lindawati, M.Z., M.T., explained that this collaboration is an important bridge to integrate academic knowledge with industrial practices, so that students can gain real experience that supports their readiness to face the world of work.

“We express our deepest gratitude for the collaboration that has been established so far. Every semester, our students from various departments, including Engineering and Economics, have the opportunity to intern at PT Semen Baturaja, collect research data, and carry out field work practices there. This collaboration shows the importance of synergy between BUMN, the business world, and universities. We greatly appreciate the support provided by PT Semen Baturaja,” said Lindawati in her speech.

Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Computer UNBARA Ir. Ferry Desromi, S.T., M.T stated that universities must be able to adapt quickly to changes in the world of work and industry.

“Amid the dynamics and rapid changes in the world of work and industry, universities are required to be more adaptive and responsive to these needs. Therefore, collaboration with Semen Baturaja is very important to support all the programs that we have designed, so that students can gain relevant skills and be ready to face challenges in the field,” explained Ferry. (*)