MHU Wins PR Popular Companies Award 2026 for Coal Mining Category

JAKARTA - PT Multi Harapan Utama (MHU), a subsidiary of MMS Group Indonesia (MMSGI), has once again received national recognition for its efforts to build the company's reputation through credible, transparent, and sustainable corporate communications.

At the 7th Indonesia Public Relations Awards 2026 which was held by The Iconomics at the Dhanapala Auditorium, Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Indonesia, Thursday (6/8), MHU won the PR Popular Companies Awards 2026 for the Coal Mining Company category.

The award was given to companies that were judged to be able to build and maintain a positive reputation in the eyes of the public through consistent, adaptive communication, and good relations with stakeholders. The assessment was based on independent research based on public perception and digital reputation analysis involving respondents from various sectors.

In the assessment, MHU recorded positive achievements on a number of reputation indicators, including Business & Commercial Reputation, People & Leadership Reputation, and Social & Citizenship Reputation. These achievements reflect a positive perception of the company's performance, leadership, and social contributions carried out by MHU.

The award was received by GM Mining Support and Compliance of PT Multi Harapan Utama, Wiwin Suhartanto, who was present on behalf of the company. Wiwin said the award was one form of recognition for MHU's commitment to building trust through responsible communication and sustainable company performance.

"For MHU, communication is not just about delivering information, but building trust through consistency of action. This award is motivation for us to continue to carry out responsible mining operations, implement Good Mining Practice, and strengthen constructive relationships with all stakeholders. Good reputation is built from commitments that are carried out in a tangible way every day," he said in a written statement, Friday, August 7.

As a mining company that upholds the principles of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), MHU continues to strengthen information disclosure regarding various aspects of the company's operations, ranging from environmental management, community empowerment, mining safety, to various sustainability initiatives.

This information is conveyed through various corporate communication channels and supported by active relationships with the media and stakeholders. This approach is part of MHU's efforts to ensure that the public receives accurate, relevant, and accountable company information.

The Corporate Communications and Public Relations functions also play a role in building a fact-based corporate narrative and bridging communication between the company and stakeholders. Through a proactive and collaborative approach, MHU continues to strengthen its relationship with the media, government, academics, the community, and business partners.

On the same occasion, Wiwin Suhartanto also received the Popular PR Person Awards 2026. The award was given as an appreciation to figures who were considered to contribute to strengthening the reputation of the organization through leadership, cross-stakeholder collaboration, and support for the implementation of effective corporate communications.

This achievement confirms that the company's reputation is built through synergy between leadership, corporate culture, operational performance, and communication that is consistently carried out. For MHU, reputation is not just about gaining recognition, but maintaining public trust through safe, responsible, and sustainable mining practices.

As part of MMSGI, PT Multi Harapan Utama will continue to strengthen adaptive and value-based communication, in line with the company's commitment to creating long-term benefits for society, the environment, and national development.