Kayong Utara Industrial Zone Honored for Driving Regional Economic Growth

The Kawasan Industri Pulau Penebang (KIPP), located in Kayong Utara Regency, West Kalimantan, has received the 'Island Region Economic Growth Driver' award at the detikTimur Awards 2026. The award recognizes KIPP's significant contributions to stimulating the local economy of communities surrounding the industrial zone. Maulana Eko Setyo Budi, CSR Manager of KIPP, expressed his appreciation for the award from detikcom, stating that it will serve as a motivation for the company to continue contributing to the welfare of the local community. "Tonight's award motivates us to continue being useful and beneficial to the surrounding community and environment," he said after the detikTimur Awards ceremony held at Trans Hotel Jakarta on Friday (7/8/2026). KIPP is recognized as one of the National Strategic Projects in the integrated processing and refining of bauxite. The company's various social responsibility programs have garnered multiple accolades, including one from the Governor of West Kalimantan, Ria Norsan. KIPP provides social responsibility programs through health and education services, as well as enhancing economic activities. One notable economic contribution is the creation of employment opportunities for thousands of local residents. The award for 'Island Region Economic Growth Driver' was presented by Fajar Pratama, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of detikcom. The detikTimur Awards 2026 is an initiative by detikcom and detikSulsel to appreciate figures, institutions, agencies, regional-owned enterprises, and corporations that have made tangible contributions to driving development in the eastern regions of Indonesia. Through this award, it is hoped that the spirit of innovation and collaboration in building Eastern Indonesia will continue to grow, inspiring positive changes and breakthroughs for the region's progress.