Photo: Gane Dalam (Inner Gane) fishermen accept five ketinting (long-tail) vessels with outboard engines from PT Gelora Mandiri Membangun (GMM) in South West Gane District, South Halmahera, Monday (4/20/2026)
South Halmahera – Several ketinting (long-tail) vessels were donated to the fisherman community in Gane Dalam (Inner Gane) Village, part of South West Gane District in South Halmahera. This initiative by PT Gelora Mandiri Membangun (GMM) seeks to drive productivity and welfare gains for coastal settlements.
Present at the donation ceremony on Monday (4/20/2026) were representatives of the beneficiaries, the South West Gane District Government, the Gane Dalam Village Government, the Gane Dalam Village Council, as well as local military units.
At GMM’s main camp, fisherfolk received five vessels equipped with 4-stroke engines to help them expand their fishing range, boost catch, and generate bigger income.
Despite its huge marine resources, South West Gane continues to struggle with limited fishing equipment, most importantly fishing vessels, said GMM’s Director Jibae Park.
“There continues to be a lack of tools, a lack of infrastructure for accommodating the vast, untapped marine potential,” Park said. “We want to help the fishers increase their fishing range, productivity, and eventually standards of living.”
GMM’s donation demonstrates a commitment to promoting South Halmahera’s agro-marine program and economic development in immediate communities. Park believes their collaboration with local governments, law enforcement agencies, and residents contributes to sustainable development in the marine and fisheries sector.
At the ceremony, Gane Dalam Village leader Risman B. Dulhaji shared his praise with the company, whose aid aligned with the needs of the village’s fishermen.
“This will really help our people catch more fish and make more effective sea trips, and then everyone can see their lives improve for the better.”
In response, GMM encouraged the recipients to “make the most” of the donation and keep the vessels maintained to benefit their community in the long term.
This support is part of GMM’s Corporate Social Contribution (CSC) programs, which focus on enhancing welfare and strengthening bonds with the people it serves. (*)
