MangoStar Service Successfully Increases Mining Productivity in Halmahera

  • August 22, 2023
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Halmahera - Telkomsat, through low orbit satellite constellation-based service, MangoStar, has had a significant impact on the mining industry in isolated areas of Indonesia, especially in the Weda Bay, Halmahera. MangoStar has helped improve the productivity and quality of mining operations in this area by providing reliable and exceptional quality connectivity solutions, which can overcome communication barriers and support better operations.
 
Miners at Weda Bay can now send and receive information seamlessly fast because, stable and low latency satellite internet connection provided by MangoStar. Access to important information such as the latest commodity prices, industry news, and operational guidelines, all made easy and real-time. This helps them make more informed and faster decisions in an effort to optimize mining activities.
 
Not only that, Weda Bay Mining has successfully integrated state-of-the-art technology into their operations. For example, they utilize a reporting application system that is connected directly to the head office. This is only possible because MangoStar's stable satellite internet connectivity.
 
“I have worked at the Weda Bay mine, Halmahera for several years and always felt that communication was one of our biggest challenges. However, since there was MangoStar from Telkomsat present, everything has changed. Fast, stable and low latency satellite internet connectivity has made a huge impact on us. The information we need, such as operations, communication with head office, and industry news, is now easily accessible in real-time. This allows us to make decisions more quickly and accurately," said Rizky Muhammad, IT Staff, Weda Bay Nickel, IWIP.
 
In addition, MangoStar also allows Weda Bay Mining to always be connected with mining experts and specialists outside the village. Expert teams in nearby cities can provide guidance and consultation to mining workers via video conferencing, which of course increases their understanding of efficient and safe mining practices.
 
From the MangoStar service installed in the Weda Bay area, Halmahera proves that MangoStar is an effective solution and has brought positive changes to the mining industry, especially in rural Indonesia. Reliable connectivity and good quality are key to increasing the productivity, safety and sustainability of mining operations.
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