SIMP Says Parent Met Singapore Authorities Over Haze Case
SIMP says its indirect parent met Singapore authorities over forest-fire concerns, while operations continue normally and fire controls remain in place.
JAKARTA — Singapore authorities have summoned and met with Indofood Agri Resources Ltd., the indirect parent of Indonesian palm oil producer Salim Ivomas Pratama, over forest and land fire concerns, placing a proposed change to Singapore’s haze law in focus for investors.
Salim Ivomas Pratama, known as SIMP, disclosed the meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, in response to a request for clarification from the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The company said it had not received a further update from its parent.
What did SIMP say about the Singapore summons?
SIMP said the entity called in by Singapore authorities was Indofood Agri Resources Ltd., not SIMP itself. The company said it had no information or clarification from its indirect parent on developments related to the exchange’s inquiry.
Singapore’s proposed amendments to its Transboundary Haze Pollution Act have drawn attention because companies that fail to cooperate with an investigation could be classified as having committed a criminal offense. The prospect has given the parent company’s engagement with authorities added significance for investors following the case.
In its written response, SIMP said Indofood Agri Resources was among the parties summoned and that the company attended a meeting with Singapore authorities. SIMP framed the disclosure as information about its indirect parent, while saying it had not received further clarification from that entity.
Fire prevention measures remain in place
SIMP said it continues to enforce a zero-burning policy across its operations and regularly monitors fire hotspots in and around plantation areas. It said the monitoring is intended to help identify and respond to potential fires.
The company also cited fire-response procedures, firefighting vehicles and equipment, and regular employee training. It said it works with local communities to strengthen their capacity and knowledge of fire prevention.
Those measures matter to communities near plantations, where early detection and a coordinated response can shape how quickly a fire is addressed. SIMP said its monitoring covers both its operating areas and surrounding locations, alongside procedures for handling incidents and coordination with relevant parties.
The company said Indonesian regulations require monthly online environmental impact reports to the Ministry of Environment and the Ministry of Forestry. If a fire occurs within or near a plantation, SIMP said it is also required to report it to local authorities, including police.
Company says operations continue normally
SIMP said it is cooperating with authorities and police during investigations to determine the initial source of fires. It also said the issue has not disrupted its business activities.
Plantation work, factory operations and production continue as normal, according to the company. SIMP said it had experienced no disruption or material impact on the continuity of its business.
The company added that, to its knowledge, it had no contingent liabilities or provisions to recognize in its financial statements. Further details about the Singapore summons remain pending information from Indofood Agri Resources Ltd.
