A total of 230 MSMEs fostered by Adaro and partners in Tabalong District, South Kalimantan, took part in an exhibition of innovative MSME products, said to be the catalyst for regional economic revival.
For a week, from Septemberi 6 to 13, 2025, the public are treated to a variety of exciting events, from traditional cake festival, a live affiliator festival, a quiz competition, to a traditional games festival, all presented at the Adaro Spectapreneur 6.0.
"Adarospectapreneur 6.0 is a concrete step towards a more independent, inclusive, and sustainable future," said Chair of Organizing Committe Afrida Hasnah here Saturday.
Previously, 200 local MSMEs competed for business innovation, and the best finalists will be selected from various sectors, culinary, service, crafts, and others.
This year's theme "Innovative MSMEs, Driving Sustainable Economy" reflects the belief that micro, small and medium businesses are not only the backbone of economy, but driving force behind sustainability.
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In line with the innovative theme, Adaro Spectapreneur 6.0 innovating in several activities, including production of new MSMEs through innovation and business idea competitions.
The best ideas, said Head of PT Adaro Indonesia's Mining Engineering Deny Widihatmoko, will have the oppotunity to be incubated in Adarospectaschool program and receive capital business upon completion of the incubation stage.
"The involvement of many stakeholders in every activity is expected to encourage pentahelix of MSME development," he said.
In addition, it is necessary to ensure the continuity of development by launching Adarospectaschool, which is divided into three levels: pioneering, developing, and advanced.
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The opening of MSME innovative products exhibnition at Tanjung Expo Center was attended by Tabalong Regent H Muhammad Noor Rifani, Chairperson of Tabalong Dekranasda Hj Desi Suryanti, CSR Departement Head of PT Adarao Indonesia Iwan Ridwan, representatives of PT SIS, PT Buma, PT Putra Perkasa Abadi, speaker of Tabalong DPRD Riza Pahlipi and other related parties.
The Regent appreciated this event as a joint effort between the local government and business community to advance the growth of MSMEs in "Bumi Saraba Kawa" (Tabalong's nickname).
One of MSMEs, Amy, expressed optimism that her traditional culinary product "Kue Apam" would become better known to the Tabalong community through this innovative MSME bazaar.
"This is my first time participating om the innovative MSME exhibition and I hope to obtain guidance and capital support from Adaro," said Amy.
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Editor : Mahdani
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