The news of the passing of Purwono Widodo, the Director of PT Krakatau Steel (Persero) Tbk, has left a deep sense of sorrow within the PT. Krakatau Sarana Properti (KSP) family. The announcement was made by the Director of PT KSP, Iip Arief Budiman, in an official statement released on Thursday, October 3, 2024.
„Innalillahi Wainnailaihi Rojiun. The entire Krakatau Sarana Properti family, as well as the Krakatau Steel Group, are deeply saddened by the loss of Mr. Purwono Widodo, the Director of PT Krakatau Steel (Persero), who passed away on Wednesday night (2/10/2024) at Medistra Hospital Jakarta, at 8:37 PM. The late Mr. Widodo was known within our community as a respected leader and a senior figure whom we all admired and looked up to,“ expressed Iip Arief Budiman.
Further, the Director of PT KSP shared his profound impression of the late Mr. Widodo during his tenure as the Director of PT Krakatau Steel. He was known for his special attention towards PT KSP and other companies within the KS Group, always providing valuable insights and positive perspectives. He motivated and inspired us to strive for excellence in our business endeavors for the advancement of the Krakatau Steel Group. Mr. Widodo was a constant presence at various events held by PT. KSP and other companies within the Krakatau Steel Group.
One of the aspects that left a lasting impression on Iip was Mr. Widodo’s encouragement for every business unit within the Krakatau Steel Group to fearlessly innovate with out-of-the-box ideas for the betterment and progress of the company. As a captain within the KS Group, he embraced both leaders and ordinary employees with the same goal in mind – to deliver the best not only for the Krakatau Steel Group but also to contribute to the progress of Cilegon City.
„May the legacy he left behind be cherished and continued by us, fulfilling the vision and mission entrusted to us by the late Mr. Widodo,“ added Iip.
Purwono Widodo had recently been reappointed as the Director of Krakatau Steel through an Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders (RUPSLB) in 2023, held in September. His last memory with PT KSP was in August, where he inaugurated The Surosowan Jakarta restaurant at the KSBM Gatot Subroto building, marking the launch of a strategic project by PT KSP and another subsidiary of the Krakatau Steel Group, coinciding with the 54th anniversary of Krakatau Steel.
„His humane, humorous, and genuine nature in his daily life, as well as his loyalty to Krakatau Steel, both in his business thoughts and actions, will serve as a role model for all of us. Farewell to our beloved and esteemed leader, may his journey be blessed and his deeds be accepted by Allah SWT,“ concluded Iip Arief Budiman.
The loss of Purwono Widodo has undoubtedly left a void within the Krakatau Steel community, but his legacy and impact will continue to inspire and guide those who had the privilege of knowing him. The memory of his leadership, kindness, and dedication will forever be cherished within the hearts of all who had the honor of working alongside him.
Editor: Aas Arbi