PT Multi Garam Utama (FOLK) is expanding into data center infrastructure through its 99.9-percent-owned subsidiary, Traya Hydro, which is supporting two large-scale data center projects in Cikarang, Bekasi, with water and wastewater treatment solutions (9/9).

The two projects are being developed by an international data center operator that is building large-scale facilities in Indonesia.

Under confidentiality requirements, FOLK has not disclosed the identity of the project owner or the contract value received by Traya Hydro.

Two Major Data Center Projects in Cikarang

Traya Hydro is participating in the two projects by providing water and wastewater treatment solutions.

Cikarang has developed into Indonesia's largest data center development cluster. Based on public announcements by developers, planned investment in data center construction in the area exceeds USD6 billion.

The planned combined capacity is above 600 MW, with potential development of up to 1 GW.

FOLK said these figures are public information announced by the respective developers. They do not represent the value of contracts held by FOLK or its subsidiaries.

Water Treatment Supports Data Center Operations

Water needs at data center facilities involve two main areas. Water is used for cooling systems to remove heat, while clean water and domestic wastewater are also generated by facilities operating continuously.

Domestic wastewater must be treated to meet required quality standards. This is where Traya Hydro's water and wastewater treatment capabilities are involved.

Its membrane bioreactor technology produces treated water that meets domestic wastewater quality standards and can also be reused as non-consumptive water.

The technology is in line with recycled water systems that form part of the design of the latest generation of hyperscale facilities in Indonesia.

"Data center facilities demand water treatment systems that operate without interruption, save space, and produce treated water that can be reused. Our focus is to prove that these standards can be met through technology and domestic production capacity," Traya Hydro Indonesia management said.

Traya Hydro Offers Domestic Treatment Technology

Traya Hydro provides water and wastewater treatment solutions using several technologies, including Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) and Ultrafiltration (UF).

The company has domestic manufacturing facilities and holds SNI and TKDN certifications.

These capabilities place Traya Hydro among the supporting infrastructure needed for the development of large-scale data center facilities.

FOLK Maintains Selective Investment Approach

FOLK will continue to apply a disciplined, selective, and measured investment approach.

The company will focus on sectors with strong long-term fundamentals and a direct contribution to Indonesia's economic development agenda.

In sustainable infrastructure, FOLK sees clean water and wastewater treatment as areas where demand will continue to increase alongside industrial development, urbanization, and stricter environmental compliance standards.

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