As a tangible form of collaboration between industry and academia, PT SNF Water Science Indonesia officially handed over one unit of Glove Box, Viscometer, and supporting accessories to the Laboratory Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) Faculty of Mining and Petroleum Engineering (FTTM), Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB)
The donation ceremony took place on May 10, 2025, at the Auditorium Room, 8th floor of the PAU Building, ITB. The event was attended by Mr. David Chan, B.Eng., as Managing Director of PT SNF Indonesia, Prof. Dr. Elfahmi, S.Si., M.Si., as Director of Research and Innovation ITB, Head of the Master & Doctoral Program in Petroleum Engineering Dr. Ir. Dedy Irawan, S.T., M.T., Prof. Dr. Ir. Taufan Marhaendrajana, M.Sc., as Deputy of Exploitation at SKK Migas, and a team of lecturers and researchers involved in EOR technology research and development at ITB.
The glove box is a crucial tool in chemical and material research, including in the development of surfactants and polymers for technology Chemical Enhanced Oil Recovery (CEOR). The addition of this facility is expected to strengthen the capacity of the EOR Laboratory at FTTM ITB in producing more precise, safe, and impactful oil and gas technology innovations, contributing directly to the efficiency of national oil production.
PT SNF Indonesia, as a leading chemical company active in the supply of chemicals for the oil and gas industry, demonstrates its strong commitment to supporting research development and higher education in Indonesia. Through this donation, PT SNF not only provides equipment but also builds a collaborative bridge between industry and academic institutions as a strategic step to strengthen the oil and gas research ecosystem in Indonesia, particularly in the development of environmentally friendly and sustainable EOR methods.
📌 With close collaboration between academia and industry, we can jointly drive the advancement of national energy technology.
