Asiamet Resources (ARS) has appointed Peter Oliver as a non-board project director for the BKM Stage 1 copper project in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia.
Oliver has also been appointed a director of PT Kalimantan Surya Kencana (KSK), the company's Indonesian subsidiary for the KSK Contract of Work.
Oliver brings over 30 years of global project delivery experience to BKM, having successfully led the planning and execution of major mining, energy, and infrastructure projects across Indonesia, Australia, South America, and the Pacific, including with BHP, Vena Energy, UPC Renewables, SMEC International, and PT Bukit Makmur (BUMA).
Prior to joining Asiamet, he was operations manager for BUMA's infrastructure division, overseeing infrastructure delivery across major mining and renewable energy projects in Indonesia.
He has successfully delivered numerous complex greenfield projects in remote, logistically challenging environments, including Central Kalimantan, managing all phases from concept through to mechanical completion.
"It would be difficult to find a better person than Peter to execute our mine build in Kalimantan,” said Asiamet's chairman, Tony Manini.
“His exceptional track record, and deep Indonesian project delivery experience, makes him an ideal appointment for the BKM Stage 1 copper project development. With the project financing and strategic partner processes in full swing, it is positive step to see such strong in-country project execution capability and leadership in place. We are delighted to have Peter join us at this critical juncture."
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This is a key appointment which significantly enhances the company's project execution capability. This can only increase the confidence of potential financiers and strategic partners as BKM transitions from financing into construction.