PT Mayawana Persada Equips West Kalimantan Forestry Agency with Wildfire Response Gear
PT Mayawana Persada delivered industrial-grade firefighting equipment and nutritional supplies to West Kalimantan’s forestry agency, bolstering cross-sector fire response.
PONTIANAK — Wildfires disregard administrative borders and concession boundaries alike. Addressing the pressing need for unified landscape protection, commercial forestry company PT Mayawana Persada handed over specialized firefighting gear and field supplies to the West Kalimantan Environment and Forestry Agency (DLHK) on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
The handover included six industrial water pump sets, six heavy-duty hoses (1.5 inches x 20 meters), and six specialized nozzles. To support the physical stamina of ground crews working under demanding conditions, the company also provided 50 cartons of canned milk and vitamin C supplements.
Combining Public and Private Capabilities
The initiative follows a coordination meeting held by the Ministry of Forestry on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, where licensed forest concessionaires (PBPH) were encouraged to pool field resources amid seasonal fire risks.
Director of PT Mayawana Persada, Iwan Budiman, stressed that fire management requires shared responsibility across all sectors.
"Wildfires demand collective vigilance. When the authorities called on concession holders to step up together, we saw it as a clear duty to act," Budiman said. "This machinery ensures frontline teams have the direct tools needed to contain hot spots swiftly and effectively."
The Head of the West Kalimantan Environment and Forestry Agency, Adi Yani, welcomed the handover, pointing out that government personnel cannot handle landscape-scale fire risks on their own.
"Fire suppression cannot rest entirely on the government. Effective control comes down to mutual readiness across every sector," said Adi Yani. "This equipment from PT Mayawana Persada strengthens our operational capacity across vulnerable districts. We urge fellow forestry operators and palm oil firms across West Kalimantan to take an active role as well."
Prevention and Rapid Response on the Ground
Beyond assisting regional authorities, Mayawana Persada continues to run its own fire mitigation system across its concession areas in Ketapang and North Kayong Regencies:
- Trained Strike Teams: Seven core crews and supporting personnel—totaling 170 dedicated responders—stationed across eight regional outposts.
- Early Detection Systems: Continuous monitoring through observation towers, live CCTV feeds, and aerial sweeps using Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) drones.
- Water Access Infrastructure: Routine upkeep of 74 dedicated water points distributed across four operational sectors.
Field crews maintain 24-hour observation routines. When sensors or ground patrols flag a thermal anomaly, teams verify the site on foot and deploy suppression measures immediately. After controlling the flames, crews conduct mop-up operations, soaking subsurface peat layers to keep hidden embers from rekindling.
"Real prevention happens well before flames break out—it relies on steady surveillance, ready personnel, reliable water supplies, and fast coordination," Budiman noted. "This equipment handover is our way of helping protect West Kalimantan’s ecosystems and communities."
FAQ
What equipment did PT Mayawana Persada deliver to the West Kalimantan Forestry Agency?
The company supplied six high-pressure pump sets, six heavy-duty fire hoses (1.5 in x 20 m), six spray nozzles, and 50 cartons of nutritional milk and vitamins to support frontline ground teams.
How does PT Mayawana Persada manage fire risks within its concessions?
The company runs round-the-clock monitoring using VTOL drones, CCTV networks, and fire towers, supported by 170 trained personnel across eight outposts and a network of 74 dedicated water points throughout Ketapang and North Kayong.
