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MVB Indonesia Together with Embassy of Denmark Hosted Sustainable and Circular Economy Seminar
On 8 May 2019, Most Valued Business (MVB) Indonesia together with the Embassy of Denmark hosted the Sustainability and Circular Economy Seminar in Raffles Jakarta. The Danish Ambassador, HE. Mr. Rasmus Abildgaard Kristensen opened MVB Seminar about Sustainability and Circular Economy at Raffles Jakarta. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA The Seminar, themed ‘Sustainable Architecture Design, Construction
The Starbucks Experience Arrives in Labuan Bajo
With a mission to fuse local cultural values with modern coffee experience, Starbucks is now luring coffee lovers around Labuan Bajo. Starbucks Labuan Bajo is located at Labuan Bajo Marina and Executive Port, and offers 100 seating capacity among locally sourced and manufactured furniture. Photos courtesy of Starbucks Indonesia/NOWJAKARTA True beach junkies are no stranger to Labuan
Jakarta Less Waste Building Awards
Does your company manage its waste in accordance with prevailing laws as well as practicing the right procedures of preserving the environment? The less-waste lifestyle that you’ve implemented in your daily life does not have to end in the office. Other than bringing reusable bag, reusable water bottle, dining kit and recycling your waste, there
Polish Business Club’s Aid to Lombok
It is always heartwarming to see a group of people getting together to do good, and this was no exception. The following is the story of Andrzej Jakubowski, Chairman of the Polish Business Club in Jakarta, on how he and his supporters aided Lombok. On 28 April, I traveled to the island of Lombok to officially
Kadin Moves Forward on Sustainability
The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) took a bold step forward in May hosting a CEO Breakfasting Meeting focused on Sustainability, entitled Creating Sustainable Business – A Practical IntroductionThe Head of Kadin Bapak Rosan P., who introduced the speakers, who were supposed to be headlined by Bapak Bambang Brojonegoro, Head of Bappenas who
Protecting the Ocean with Jakarta Aquarium
Jakarta Aquarium offers a unique and engaging marine experience in one fun package while inviting visitors to protect the future of our ocean. From Taman Safari Indonesia, a multi-award winning conservation institution, Jakarta Aquarium Indonesia (JAI) presents an immersive marine experience rich in both recreational and educational experiences. This first ever aquarium experience within a
New Korean Visa Application Centre Opens in Jakarta
South Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Justice together with the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Indonesia has recently launched Korea Visa Application Center (KVAC) in Jakarta allowing easier access to Indonesians applying for Korean visas. Thanks to the boom of Korean Wave in the recent years, a uniquely appealing
PHM Hospitality Management Development Graduation 2019
In 2017, PHM Hospitality launched a Management Development Program with the primary objective to provide opportunities for hotel employees to improve their management skills and techniques and also a fast track towards developing future hotel leaders as general managers. The Management Development Program for the first quarter had 17 participants who had 18 months to complete
Jambuluwuk Malioboro Receives 5-star Hotel Certification
Jambuluwuk Malioboro Hotel has received the official certification of 5-star hotels from PT. Megah Tritunggal Mulia (MTM) This certification of 5-star Hotels is proof that for now Jambuluwuk Malioboro Hotel is one of the 5-star Hotels in the Malioboro area that can be the right choice for business and leisure activities with standards that are
Oswar Mungkasa: Jakarta’s Sustainability Initiatives in Place
You will not find many top-level government officials willing to take public transportation to work, but Makassar-born Oswar Muadzin Mungkasa, Deputy Governor of Jakarta for Spatial Planning and Environment, is one of them. In an exclusive interview, Oswar talked to NOW! Jakarta about the city’s sustainability initiatives, waste programs and a brighter future. Oswar Mungkasa,
Sunset Spots in Bali
Envision Balinese cliffs, golden beaches, and glorious ocean vistas—Bali’s tropical sunsets are second to none. The island of the Gods has harboured an ardent crowd hunting for the island’s best seat to revel in the sunset spectacle. Ji Terrace By The Sea in Canggu, Bali is one of the best spot to witnes sunset in
Bluebird’s Sustainable Future with BYD and Tesla Car
Bluebird and Silverbird taxi officially jumpstarted their electric fleet by adding electric and solar-powered automobile manufacturer, BYD and Tesla, making them the most sustainable taxi operator in Indonesia so far. The Tesla model X 75D A/T caters the premium passenger of Silverbird. Photo courtesy of bluebird Group/NOW!JAKARTA A total of 29 green cars emphasized the
Gala Luncheon at Eastern Opulence
The newest concept of Eastern Opulence was aptly introduced at the private GALA LUNCHEON event. Housed in a colossal building located in the heart of Jakarta, Eastern Opulence is specifically designed to cater small to medium luxurious private occasions. Photos courtesy of Easten Opulence/NOWJAKARTA Housed in a colossal building located in the heart of Jakarta,
