ABNR Advises PT Samudera Indonesia Tbk (SMDR) on IDR500 Billion Phase II Sukuk Ijarah Issuance for Strategic Maritime Expansion

29 Jul 2025 We are pleased to congratulate our long-standing client, PT Samudera Indonesia Tbk (SMDR), on the successful completion of its Phase II public offering of Sukuk Ijarah, raising IDR500 billion (2025 SMDR Sukuk Ijarah). This follows the IDR550 billion Phase I issuance completed in 2023, marking a continued success for SMDR’s fundraising strategy under its perpetual public offering program.ABNR acted…

Empowering Indonesia’s Rail Future: ABNR Acts on Landmark Financing for KAI’s Fleet Modernization

21 Jul 2025 We are proud to have advised PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) (KAI) on securing a landmark syndicated investment credit facility for the major procurement of hundreds of SS New Generation train carriages, under KAI’s 2023–2026 Replacement Program.The facility agreement, signed on 17 March 2025, represents a key step in KAI’s long-term plan to modernize its fleet and enhance the reliability of its…

ABNR Named Best Full-Service Law Firm in Indonesia by Hukumonline

24 Jun 2025 We are thrilled to announce that ABNR has been recognized as the Best Full-Service Law Firm in the 2025 edition of the Hukumonline Top 100 Indonesian Law Firms.This achievement reflects the dedication and excellence of our entire team, and the trust our clients and peers continue to place in us. We remain committed to delivering comprehensive, high-quality legal services across all practice areas,…

Bank Indonesia Strengthens Payment System Governance under Regulation No. 4 of 2025

23 Jun 2025 Bank Indonesia (BI) has issued Regulation No. 4 of 2025 on Payment System Policy (“Regulation 4/2025”) to reinforce the stability, security, and efficiency of Indonesia’s payment ecosystem. The regulation revokes and replaces BI Regulation No. 18/9/PBI/2016 on Payment System and Rupiah Management Supervision and forms part of BI’s broader Policy Mix (Bauran Kebijakan Bank Indonesia or BKBI) response…

OJK’s Financial Conglomerate Framework: Preparing for the June Deadline

20 Jun 2025 Indonesia has issued a new regulation on financial conglomerates that significantly reshapes how business groups in the financial sector must structure and report their operations. This update is particularly relevant for foreign investors, private banks, and digital finance platforms ahead of the June 2025 compliance deadline.To implement Law No. 4 of 2023 on the Development and Strengthening of…

MEMR 10 2025: A Bold Roadmap for Sustainable Electricity

10 Jun 2025 In response to Presidential Regulation No. 112 of 2022 on the Acceleration of the Development of Renewable Energy Power Plants for Electricity Supply (PR 112/2022), the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR) has finally issued Regulation No. 10 of 2025 on the Roadmap for Energy Transition in the Electricity Sector (MEMR 10/2025).This roadmap outlines the country’s plan to reduce reliance…

Unlocking the Future: A Deep Dive into OJK's New Financial Services Aggregation Regulations

04 Jun 2025 The Financial Services Authority of the Republic of Indonesia (Otoritas Jasa Keuangan, “OJK”) has issued Regulation No. 4 of 2025 on Financial Services Aggregation Organizers (“POJK 4/2025”). The regulation aims to promote the development of financial products and services, enhance consumer protection, and manage risks associated with aggregation activities.Overview of Financial Services…

ABNR advises Lenders on Muara Laboh Unit-2 Geothermal Power Project

02 Jun 2025 ABNR is proud to assist various financial institutions in providing financing to PT Supreme Energy Muara Laboh in partaking major role to support Indonesia’s clean energy future with the financial close of the Muara Laboh Unit-2 Geothermal Power Project. Once commercially operating, Muara Laboh Geothermal Power Plant will generate power with capacity of approximately 2 x 80 MW for the region of West…

Leading the Region: ABNR Named Best Banking & Finance Law Firm in Southeast Asia

27 May 2025 We’re delighted to have been named Banking and Financial Services Law Firm of the Year at the Asian Legal Business Southeast Asia Law Awards 2025.This recognition reflects the continued trust placed in ABNR by clients across Southeast Asia, and underscores our strength in advising on both conventional and digital finance—from structured lending and project finance, to fintech platforms and payment…

ABNR Assists Bank Syariah Indonesia via Strategic Partnership with Prudential Sharia

26 May 2025 ABNR has acted as lead local counsel to Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) in respect of its long-term strategic bancassurance partnership with PT Prudential Sharia Life Assurance (Prudential Sharia). Prudential Sharia will become BSI’s Sharia life insurance provider from early 2025. BSI will market, promote, distribute and/or refer Prudential Sharia products to its customers.The bancassurance…

Unveiling MEMR 5/2025 - A Comprehensive Guide to Indonesia's Renewable Energy Future

20 May 2025 In line with Presidential Regulation No. 112 of 2022 on the Acceleration of Development of Renewable Energy Power Plant for Electricity Supply, the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (“MEMR”) has issued a new regulation, MEMR Regulation No. 5 of 2025 on the Guidelines for Power Purchase Agreements (“PPA”) from Power Plants Utilizing Renewable Energy Sources (“MEMR 5/2025”).The Precursor…

Six ABNR Lawyers Named Among Indonesia’s Top 100 Lawyers by ABLJ

15 May 2025 Six lawyers from ABNR have been named among Indonesia’s Top 100 Lawyers in the 2025 edition of the Asia Business Law Journal (ABLJ) A-List. The A-List is the result of a rigorous research process conducted by ABLJ, which surveyed thousands of in-house counsel—both in Indonesia and globally—alongside senior partners at international firms with longstanding engagement in the Indonesian legal market.This…