Arthur Simatupang | Founder and Strategic Advisor
Mahardika Energy Partners

Arthur Simatupang is a prominent figure in Indonesia's energy and infrastructure landscape, boasting over 20 years of comprehensive experience in both conventional and renewable energy sectors. As the current Director of Mahardika Energy Partners, a premier strategic advisory firm, Arthur leverages his expertise to drive innovation and sustainability in energy.
Throughout his dynamic career, Arthur has held pivotal executive and board positions in some of Indonesia's most influential energy and mining companies, including PT Toba Bara Energi, PT Indomining, PT Energi Baru TBS, PT Paiton Energy and PT Adimitra Baratama Nusantara. Notably, as one of the founding director in PT TBS Energi Utama Tbk, a visionary publicly listed company in Indonesia.
Under Arthur's remarkable leadership, these organizations have launched a diverse array of power projects, from greenfield mining, conventional coal-fired plants to groundbreaking initiatives in mini hydro, biomass, and floating solar photovoltaic solutions. His commitment to innovation has not only enhanced energy production but also contributed to a more sustainable future.
Beyond his corporate achievements, Arthur has made substantial contributions to the industry as the current honorable chairperson of the Indonesian Independent Power Producer Association (APLSI), with the current membership’s electricity generation installed capacity of 15.5 GW. His strategic advocacy has transformed the organization into a leading national policy think tank, aligning the interests of industry stakeholders and government policymakers. Arthur's efforts have been instrumental in shaping progressive and investment-focused energy regulations that benefit all stakeholders involved.
Arthur holds both a Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business from Seattle University and a Master of Commerce in Accounting and Finance from the University of Sydney - credentials that underscore his strong international foundation in business and finance.