Event Name Sharing Achievements and Sustainable Solutions for Water Management in Indonesia

Theme Together, We Grow – From Seeds of Innovation to Forests of Change

Date  April 30, 2024 (Tuesday) – Workshop for Perumda Tirtawening (Bandung) and Tirta Giri Nata (Cirebon) / May 2, 2024 (Thursday) – Workshop for PDAM Surya Sembada Kota Surabaya (Surabaya)

Venue EL Hotel Sky Lounge (Bandung and Cirebon) – April 30, 2024 / Hotel Morazen Colibri Room (Surabaya)

 

Workshop Overview

On April 30 and May 2, 2024, WI.Plat successfully hosted the “Sharing Achievements and Sustainable Solutions for Water Management in Indonesia” workshops in Bandung and Surabaya. The workshops aimed to share the outcomes of the KOICA CTS Seed 2 project with key stakeholders and discuss future collaboration and strategies for Non-Revenue Water (NRW) management in Indonesia. The events were attended by representatives from Perumda Tirtawening (Bandung), Tirta Giri Nata (Cirebon), and PDAM Surya Sembada Kota Surabaya (Surabaya).

Opening Remarks

The workshops began with opening remarks from the heads of each invited organization, including Soni Salimi, Director of Perumda Tirtawening, Sopyan Satari, Director of Perumda Air Minum Kota Cirebon, and Ir. Arief Wisnu Cahyono, ST, Director of PDAM Surya Sembada Kota Surabaya.

Presentations by WI.Plat and SUPRA

Following the introductions, WI.Plat and their local partner, SUPRA, presented the NELOW system used in the field pilot projects, sharing its application and success in various countries, including South Korea. They also discussed the insights gained from the on-site operations and the key points to consider for future NRW reduction projects.

PDAM Representatives’ Contributions

Representatives from the NRW departments of each PDAM shared their experiences and challenges related to leak management in their respective cities. PDAM Surya Sembada Kota Surabaya announced plans for additional projects utilizing the NELOW system to enhance their NRW management.

Panel Discussion and Q&A

The workshops concluded with a panel discussion among the organization leaders, where they exchanged ideas on future advancements and effective NRW and leak management methods tailored to local conditions. A Q&A session allowed for in-depth discussions on specific management cases and practical solutions.

Workshop Outcomes

The local water utility representatives recognized the importance of leak management through the NELOW system and expressed their desire for ongoing collaboration. Both Bandung and Cirebon PDAMs indicated their intention to actively utilize WI.Plat’s system. WI.Plat aims to maximize the outcomes of the KOICA CTS Seed 2 project based on the feedback received from the local PDAMs.

Future Prospects

The KOICA CTS Seed 2 project notably focused on enabling local stakeholders to independently utilize the NELOW system with minimal on-site support from WI.Plat. The project successfully achieved a high accuracy rate (over 90%) in leak detection, with local NRW officials actively participating in leak detection activities, aligning well with the project’s objectives.

Indonesia remains a key market for WI.Plat’s international operations, rapidly adopting and applying the NELOW system. WI.Plat is committed to managing water loss globally with their innovative NELOW system and achieving greater results worldwide.

 

WI.Plat Selected as Participant for Daejeon City’s 3rd D-Unicorn Project

 

WI.Plat has been selected as a participant in the 3rd cohort of Daejeon City’s D-Unicorn Project. On the 14th, Daejeon City presented plaques to the selected companies at the D-Unicorn Lounge.

The companies selected for the 3rd D-Unicorn cohort include WI.Plat, iBeam Technology Co., Ltd., Ingenium Therapeutics Co., Ltd., Triore Co., Ltd., Blue Tile Lab Co., Ltd., DataMaker Co., Ltd., bHaptics Co., Ltd., Lucent Block Co., Ltd., Qnova Co., Ltd., and Niva Corporation Co., Ltd.

What is the D-Unicorn Project?

The D-Unicorn Project is a program initiated by Daejeon City to identify and nurture promising local SMEs into mid-sized anchor companies. Launched in 2022, this project annually selects up to 10 promising companies and provides them with tailored growth programs. The aim is to foster their growth through focused support that matches the companies’ stages of development and specific needs.

Background of WI.Plat’s Selection

WI.Plat has been developing innovative technology aimed at sustainable water use through an intelligent comprehensive leak management system. The successful results of their pilot project in Indonesia and the recognition of their technological prowess both domestically and internationally led to their selection for the D-Unicorn Project.

Key Features of the D-Unicorn Project

• Tailored Growth Programs: Support for company growth through various programs customized to the specific conditions, characteristics, and development stages of each company.
• Business Space Provision: Selected companies are given priority access to the D-Unicorn Lounge, a dedicated business space.
• Network Building: Support through networks with venture capital firms and government research institutions in Daejeon for technical and managerial consulting.
• Investment Attraction and IR Support: Opportunities to attract investment through investment briefings linked with venture capital firms in the Seoul metropolitan area and other regions.
• Financial Support: Up to 90 million KRW in funding for scaling operations and exploring global markets.

The D-Unicorn Project by Daejeon City announces its selection and application process annually in March, selecting around 10 companies. The selected companies can participate in the project for three years. For more information, you can contact the city’s Startup Promotion Division.

WI.Plat is expected to grow even faster with the support of Daejeon City through the D-Unicorn Project. We will continue to provide sustainable water management solutions through innovative technology development and application.

WI.Plat’s selection lays the foundation for further advancement in the field of sustainable water management technology. We ask for your continued interest and support.

Images are from Shinailbo original article

 

4th Anniversary: Speech, Team Games, Cake, Teamwork, Growth

 

Event Name WI.Plat 4th Anniversary Celebration

Date March 4, 2024 (Monday)

Venue WI.Plat Headquarters and Local public field

March 3, 2020, marked the founding day of WI.Plat.

Every year, on the anniversary of its founding, WI.Plat expresses gratitude to its employees by hosting a celebratory event.

This year’s 4th-anniversary celebration event took place on Monday, March 4th. It began with a commemorative speech by CEO Sanghoon Cha, followed by safety management training for safe site activities and team-building indoor and outdoor games.

During the CEO’s anniversary speech, gratitude was expressed to all employees who have been part of WI.Plat’s journey from its inception to the present. A cake-cutting ceremony was held to celebrate WI.Plat’s four years of success and to look forward to a brighter future together. For this special occasion, WI.Plat illuminated the event with a cake featuring the popular strawberry si-ru cake from the local bakery, Sungimdang.

As the indoor and outdoor recreational activities commenced, the initially unfamiliar atmosphere quickly turned into one of spirited competition driven by passion. Team-based relay word games, shuttlecock kicking, flipping tiles, and a variety of other fun indoor games were enjoyed by all participants. Particularly, a game inspired by the TV show, where participants had to complete designated missions while blindfolded with a cockle hat, brought laughter and joy to everyone.

While WI.Plat has typically organized indoor activities to foster creativity during internal events, the opportunity to engage in outdoor activities brought about an energetic day for all. WI.Plat pledges to continue growing relentlessly to ensure that both existing employees and new additions will share in the future anniversary celebrations.

Thank you.

 

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