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About IM2I
Indonesia Institute for Mineral and Metal Industries (IM2I)
A not-for-profit and independent organization under the legal entity name of Yayasan Pengembangan Industri Mineral dan Logam Indonesia, based on Deed of Establishment No. 38 / 2020 and the Minister of Law and Human Rights Decree No. AHU-0014090.AH.01.04.
Vision & Mission
Vision
To become a leading think tank institution that can make strategic contributions and serve as the primary reference for stakeholders in the mineral and metal industry, with the aim of advancing the national mineral and metal manufacturing industry.
Mission
As a center of excellence and knowledge, through the following activities:
Reviewing issues and challenges in the development of the extractive, intermediate, and downstream industries.
Initiating and organizing discourses, while bridging coordination and communication within the industry's pentahelix.
Facilitating support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the manufacturing industry.
Facilitating support for practitioners of technology based on national resources.
Facilitating support for national vocational workforce development.
Background IM2I
Minerals have been a cornerstone of human civilization for thousands of years, driving significant progress in exploration, extraction, and technological innovation. The economic development of many nations has been closely tied to the wealth derived from natural resources, particularly minerals. Since the Industrial Revolution, the mineral industry has evolved rapidly, supported by strong collaboration between academic research and industrial applications. Fields such as Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, and Metallurgical Engineering flourished in the 19th century, forming the foundation of today’s mineral-based industries. By the early 20th century, large-scale mineral exploitation in Europe and Japan led to the depletion of domestic reserves, prompting exploration in other regions such as Latin America, Africa, and Asia, including Indonesia. This trend continues today, highlighting the strategic importance of sustainable resource management.
The use of metallic minerals has expanded dramatically, driven by advancements in technology. For example, early automobiles required only 20 types of metals, whereas modern vehicles now use it at least twice as much as before. Policies in developed nations often prioritize ensuring a steady supply of critical raw materials, as disruptions can severely impact key industries. The concept of critical raw materials gained prominence in 2010, emphasizing the importance of maintaining supply security for industrial stability. Developing nations, recognizing the limited benefits of exporting raw minerals, have shifted their focus toward industrialization and value-added production. Countries like China, India, and others in East Asia have successfully transitioned into industrial powerhouses by leveraging their mineral resources strategically.
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Indonesia, with its unique and diverse geological formations, is blessed with abundant mineral resources, including nickel, tin, copper, bauxite, iron, gold, and manganese. Among these, nickel and tin hold significant comparative advantages on the global stage. Additionally a key energy resource such as coal, plays a vital role in meeting energy demands both domestically and internationally. The adoption of the circular economy concept has further reshaped the approach to mineral utilization. This framework encourages stakeholders in mining, manufacturing, and environmental policy to view residual materials from mineral processing as secondary products rather than waste, ensuring their potential value is maximized through proper management and recycling.
Indonesia also benefits from its strategic market size, ranking second only to China in East Asia. Adding value to its mineral resources has become a national priority, as reflected in laws such as the Mineral and Coal Mining Law and the Industrial Law. Strengthening Indonesia’s role in the global mineral value chain is crucial, as its current contribution is largely limited to producing basic metals with minimal alloy or advanced processing capabilities. Five critical aspects must be addressed to achieve sustainable growth in the mineral-based industry: supply, demand, technology, innovation, and policy/financing. While past development has been predominantly supply-driven, Indonesia must shift toward a demand-driven approach to better align with global market dynamics and industrial needs.
The Indonesia Institute for Mineral and Metal Industries was established with the aim of taking part in contributing ideas and intellection to the industry stakeholders, thus providing encouragement and stimulation for the growth of investment, research and development of the industry, by providing strategic insights, policy recommendations, and in-depth analyses on supply-demand trends and technological advancements.
Why IM2I?
Current Conditions and Issues in the Mineral and Metal Industry
- Weak linkages between mineral production and metal-consuming industries.
- Insufficient manufacturing industry database.
- Trade deficit in the mineral and metal industries.
- Geological information misaligned with industry needs.
- Policy inconsistencies between mineral and manufacturing industries.
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- High reliance on imported goods and services for mining, mineral, and metal industries.
- Issues of mineral depletion and conservation.
- Weak positioning of metal industries in the global value chain.
- Kompetensi & inovasi teknologi, serta database teknologi
- Circular economy implementation challenges.
- Mineral economics with limited national and local benefits
- Lack of value addition to minerals and metals.
- Domestic strategic minerals and metals.
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Yayasan Pengembangan Industri Mineral dan Logam Indonesia