KARIMUN -- PT TIMAH (Persero) Tbk continues to strengthen its commitment to supporting community economic development through empowering small businesses. This time, PT TIMAH inaugurated the UMKM and Creative Community Outlet of Kundur Island as a platform for promoting and marketing MSME products.
This outlet, developed by PT TIMAH, is strategically located at Tanjung Maqom Port, Selat Beliah, Gemuruh Village, Kundur Barat District, Karimun Regency. Its presence is expected to enhance the competitiveness of MSME products while expanding market access.
The inauguration was attended by Special Staff to the President Director of PT TIMAH, Damar Santoso, Head of the Department of Trade, Cooperatives, MSMEs, and Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) of Karimun, Basori, Head of Kundur Barat District Yusufian, Head of Gemuruh Village Ari Nurfaizal, as well as MSME actors.
The presence of this outlet is expected to support MSME development and contribute to improving community welfare.
Basori, Head of the Department of Trade, Cooperatives, MSMEs, and ESDM of Karimun, expressed his appreciation for the collaboration between PT TIMAH and the local government in fostering MSMEs. He emphasized that MSMEs play a strategic role in reducing unemployment and driving regional economic growth.
“In Karimun, MSME growth is very rapid. This is an economic strength that must continue to be encouraged. We hope that leading products from Kundur can reach wider markets,” he said.
He also highlighted the importance of maintaining product quality, taste, packaging, and legal completeness such as certifications and intellectual property rights (IPR) to ensure MSMEs become more competitive.
“We appreciate PT TIMAH for its role in supporting MSMEs and other sectors, and we hope MSMEs can continue to grow,” he added.
The Head of Kundur Barat District, Yusufian, also expressed appreciation for the establishment of the outlet. According to him, its location in the port area holds great potential due to high community mobility.
“This outlet provides a great opportunity to develop local products, including souvenirs and home industries. We hope MSMEs in Kundur will continue to grow,” he said.
Enthusiasm also came from MSME actors. Dono Setiawan, owner of “Sabun Noda Membandel Mas Dono,” said the outlet has been very helpful.
“With this outlet, our products are easier to market and gain wider recognition. This really motivates us to keep growing,” he said.
A similar sentiment was expressed by Agustini, owner of “Pempek Mama Atala.” She believes the outlet opens significant opportunities for MSMEs, especially for housewives, to develop their businesses.
“This outlet really helps promote our products. We hope MSMEs in Kundur can expand to international markets,” she said.
Meanwhile, Hilda, an MSME partner of PT TIMAH from Kampung Baru with the brand Intan Payong, stated that the presence of the outlet makes it easier for business actors to market their products in a more organized way.
“With this platform, our products are easier to be recognized. Thank you to PT TIMAH for the support provided,” she said. (*)
