Aruna Holds IOSF 2024, Emphasizing the Importance of ESG in the Fishing Industry

Jakarta, February 2, 2024 – Aruna, a leading fishing company in Indonesia, reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by holding the Indonesia Ocean Sustainability Forum (IOSF) 2024. The forum carried the theme “Navigating the Blue Economy: Promoting the Sustainable Indonesian Ocean Industry”.

IOSF 2024 presented renowned speakers from various disciplines, including academics, advisors, and government representatives. Discussions focused on the importance of implementing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) in business practices to achieve sustainability in the fishing industry.

Prof. Luky Adrianto, Professor of FPIK IPB University and Sustainability Advisor Indonesia, emphasized that sustainability should be the core DNA of fishing companies. “If Aruna defines itself as a fishing company, then sustainability is its heart,” said Prof. Luky.

Rahajeng Pratiwi, Program Lead for the Sustainable Finance Program, IFC, added that sustainability was not only about “eating fish today” but also ensuring that our grandchildren could still enjoy fish with the same quality in the future.

On this occasion, Aruna launched “SEA Pledge 2030”, a commitment to achieving healthy and sustainable performance by 2030. SEA Pledge is integrated into the business process through “SEA for All Commitment 2030”, which includes:

• Sustainably sourced seafood: Ensuring sustainable seafood sources
• Empowering stakeholders: Empowering stakeholders
• Advocating for sustainability: Encouraging advocacy for sustainability

Lauren Blasco, Head of ESG, AC Ventures, appreciated the clear vision and timeline in the SEA Pledge 2030. “What is important now is how to provide real and easy-to-understand data for stakeholders,” said Lauren.

Aruna also announced a collaboration with USAID in the Ber-IKAN (Bersama Kelola Perikanan) program to help realize a healthy marine ecosystem, advance small-scale fisheries, and promote sustainable seafood.

Utari Octavianty, Co-Founder and Chief Sustainability Officer of Aruna, emphasized that holding IOSF and Aruna’s involvement in various sustainability forums was a manifestation of the company’s commitment to maintaining good relations with stakeholders and together creating credibility and support for sustainability.