Achmad Agung Purwosaputra (Dr) ST. MM

He always reminds his children that no matter how hard the world treats you and no matter how difficult life could get you, they will always have place to come back home to, a place called family. To him, that's the meaning of a family

1993 - 1998 Bachelor of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember; 2004 - 2006 Master of Business Administration, Finance and Investment, BINUS University; 2021 - 2022 Doctor of Philosophy, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember

Agung began his career as a Marine Engineer, but his story is far from ordinary — it’s a testament to ambition, adaptability and transformative power of opportunity. In 1998, he entered PT Pan United Shipyard Indonesia as an Assistant Project Manager. Within a year, his aptitude earned him the role of Fleet Control Manager and New Building Executives at PT Samudera Indonesia Tbk until 2008. As soon as he discovered his job required management skills and felt that an engineer also needs some additional capability like Management, Finance, and Business Administration, he enrolled in the Master’s programme in Business Administration at BINUS University in 2004, embracing a formal education as a vital step on his leadership and management journey. For him, it is essential to have a combination of technical skills and managerial skills. He then joined PT Bayu Buana Gemilang until 2009 as a Senior Expert Marine Energy Transport. Starting from 2009, he embarked on his journey in management — becoming the Commercial and Business Development Senior Manager at PT Rig Tenders Indonesia Tbk, running and leading company's commercial day to day activities, also developing new business for the company. In 2011, he moved to PT Trans LNG as a Vice President for Marine Facilities and to PT Samudera Shipping Line Ltd as a Senior Vice President Business Development in 2012. His leadership skill didn't go unnoticed. In 2012, he was entrusted to be a Director for PT Samudera Energi Tangguh. Back at PT Samudera Shipping Line Ltd, he was entrusted to be a Director in 2013. His unwavering dedication and strong expertise in Logistics and Shipping earned him a President Director position at PT CUMAWIS—PT Samudera Indonesia Tbk subsidiary in 2018. In 2022, driven by a deep sense of duty to the nation, he answered the call to lead. Stepping into the role of CEO at PT Djakarta Lloyd, Indonesia’s state-owned enterprise specializing in shipping and logistics, he brought with him a bold vision and a steadfast commitment to revitalising one of the nation's most strategic assets

His journals entitled "System Dynamics Modelling for a Sustainable Natural Gas Supply and Demand in Indonesia to Meet up the Additional Demand of 52 Converted Power Plants" and "System Dynamics Modelling Scenarios for The Import Receiving Infrastructures Capacity Plan & Development in Anticipating Future Deficits of Natural Gas Supply in Indonesia" are written, presented at the international stage, and published by the IOP Publishing in 2022. Another journal entitled "A State of the Art of the LNG Supply Chain Models: A Quest for an Optimum Model Fitting the Inter-Islands Distribution in an Archipelago Country" was also published by Praise Worthy Prize S.R.L in 2022. The other two publications are also published and presented at the prestigious International Conference

With deep-rooted expertise in LNG supply chains, energy logistics, and maritime shipping, he has become a sought-after keynote speaker at high-profile industry organisers such as the State Gas Company, the National Research and Innovation Agency, and the Indonesian Classification Bureau. He was also invited as speaker to various events such as “The Complexity of Building a Gas Distribution and Logistics System in Indonesia” Webinar (2024), where his insights captivated audiences and sparked meaningful dialogue. As the CEO of the nation's strategic asset—PT Djakarta Lloyd (Persero), his ideas and influence are frequently spotlighted in prominent media outlets, including Indonesian Electricity magazine, strengthening his reputation as a transformative force in the nation’s energy and logistics sectors. Beyond that, he serves as a Guest Lecturer at Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa University

His groundbreaking paper, presented at the 3rd Maritime Safety International Conference, earned him the prestigious recognition of the Best Paper Presented in 2022, a testament to his sharp insight, deep expertise and unwavering commitment to advancing LNG supply chains in Indonesia

Agung is a member of the Indonesian Institute for Corporate Directorship and the Indonesian Engineers Association.

Stepping into a struggling state-owned enterprise was no small feat but he embraced the challenge head-on. Since taking the helm of PT Djakarta Lloyd (Persero) in 2022, during a turbulent period marked by the company’s Postponement of Debt Payment Obligations (PKPU), he demonstrated unwavering commitment and strategic acumen. Navigating one of the most critical junctures in the company’s history, he successfully steered it out of legal and financial distress. In the history of Indonesia’s state-owned enterprises, few have faced such a crisis as complex as this. He stands as perhaps the only state-owned CEO to have confronted such a formidable challenge. His leadership during this extraordinary moment not only tested his resilience but also set a new benchmark for crisis management and corporate turnaround in the nation’s public sector. With a bold vision for the future, he is now focussed on revitalising the organisation through comprehensive restructuring, thus turning the crisis into a catalyst for transformation

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Transitioning from the agile world of the private sector to the complex ecosystem of a struggling state-owned enterprise is not an easy thing. At the CEO level, the horizon is very comprehensive — he's not just steering strategy; he's safeguarding livelihoods, revitalising operations, and navigating deeply layered challenges. In his current role, he stands at a crossroads of complexity, engaging with multiple stakeholders, each with competing demands. Yet, he views this chapter not as a burden, but as a calling and above all, a profound act of service for the nation. It’s no longer about what he can achieve, but what he can contribute. This is a form of his devotion, prioritising impact beyond the boardroom

He is now exploring meaningful ways to give back to his alma mater — sharing the rich experiences he has gathered over the years to inspire and equip the next generation of changemakers

Be yourself. Never act like someone else. Keep the integrity at all times. Skills can be sharpened, knowledge can be gained, but integrity? That’s the core of your character. It can’t be taught, but it is lived.

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