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Recover Collectively, Rise Stronger: PT ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ and Towuti Community Embark on a Path of Sustainable Recovery
Towuti, August 29, 2025 ¨C An incident can be both a test and a turning point. For PT ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Indonesia Tbk (PT ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½), the oil pipeline leak that occurred in Lioka Village, Towuti District, on August 23, 2025, marked a pivotal moment to demonstrate that recovery is not merely about addressing impacts¡ªit is about rebuilding trust, solidarity, and a shared spirit of resilience.
Now entering the seventh day, PT ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ continues its recovery efforts guided by three core pillars: transparency, collaboration, and sustainable solutions. The focus remains on five affected villages¡ªLioka, Langkea Raya, Baruga, Matompi, and Timampu¡ªensuring that both community needs and environmental restoration are addressed comprehensively and equitably.
As part of its commitment to openness, 88 formal grievances have been recorded as of Day 7 through the Towuti Information & Grievance Post and the 24-hour hotline. Over one-third of these have been fully resolved, while the remainder are undergoing verification and follow-up. Most reports originated from Lioka Village, reflecting the community¡¯s strong concern for their environment and daily livelihoods.
These figures are more than just numbers¡ªthey affirm that every voice is heard, responded to, and forms the basis for the next steps in recovery.
This was echoed by Hamka, a resident of Timampu Village, who expressed relief after his cow was safely recovered thanks to PT ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½¡¯s grievance hotline. ¡°Thank you, PT ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, for the swift response. This assistance allows me to care for my livestock with peace of mind,¡± he said.
PT ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½¡¯s commitment is further reflected in open dialogues with local communities, regional government, DPRD, Forkopimda, village authorities, and the TNI-Polri. The direct presence of PT ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½¡¯s management in the field ensures that every input becomes a foundation for both short- and long-term recovery plans.
¡°We are here not just to observe, but to listen and seek sustainable solutions. Every community input will guide our recovery efforts,¡± said Budiawansyah, Director and Chief Sustainability & Corporate Affairs Officer of PT ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½, during a dialogue with residents of Molindowe Hamlet, Lioka Village.
Luwu Timur Regent Irwan Bachri Syam reiterated his call for all parties to support the recovery process in the spirit of mutual cooperation, while awaiting the expert team¡¯s assessment that will serve as a roadmap for future actions.
Under the coordination of the Oil Pipeline Leak Task Force¡ªcomprising the Luwu Timur Government, DPRD, security forces, and community leaders¡ªPT ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ ensures that recovery goes beyond emergency response. A comprehensive plan has been developed to include socio-ecological restoration, community resilience strengthening, and ongoing support for regional development.
PT ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ believes that fair and collaborative recovery is the foundation for building long-term trust¡ªnot only with the Towuti community today, but also with future generations.
