IWIP expands collaboration with ITB for nickel industry human resource development

PT Indonesia Weda Bay Industrial Park (IWIP) has partnered with the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) to enhance human resource development for the national nickel industry. This collaboration is designed to cultivate talent equipped with competencies that match the evolving demands of the industry and its downstream processing.

The synergy creates a learning environment that bridges academic knowledge with practical industrial application. Through this program, students gain direct insight into nickel processing, technology implementation, and the advancements in downstream activities within the Weda Bay nickel industrial zone in North Maluku.

Roslina Sangaji, General Manager of Human Resources and Development at IWIP, emphasized the critical role of collaboration between higher education and industry in producing qualified human resources. "IWIP wants to contribute to developing human resources and building a generation of professionals capable of keeping pace with technological advancements, understanding the industrial process comprehensively, and ready to contribute to strengthening Indonesia's industrial competitiveness," Sangaji stated during the partnership launch in June 2026.

As an initial step, 16 ITB students from various engineering disciplines, including Metallurgy, Materials, Electrical, Mining, and Chemical Engineering, are participating in the hands-on learning program. Over two months, they will be introduced to the industrial park's ecosystem, operational standards, work culture, and occupational health and safety (K3) practices. They will also gain practical experience across various production facilities and support units under the guidance of industry practitioners, ensuring a thorough understanding of the business and operational processes.

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IWIP wants to contribute to developing human resources and building a generation of professionals capable of keeping pace with technological advancements, understanding the industrial process comprehensively, and ready to contribute to strengthening Indonesia's industrial competitiveness.