Responsible environmental management in the mining industry requires not only the implementation of technical standards but also transparency and community involvement in monitoring processes. Through training for the Integrated Process Water Quality Monitoring Team and the disclosure of laboratory test results for the third quarter of 2026, Agincourt Resources continues to strengthen its data-driven, collaborative, and sustainability-oriented approach to environmental management.
Both activities took place on 17–18 October 2026 in Medan, North Sumatra, involving approximately 60 participants from the South Tapanuli Regency Government, experts from the University of North Sumatra (USU), local experts, community representatives serving on the Integrated Monitoring Team, and Agincourt Resources.
On 17 October 2026, community representatives appointed to the Integrated Monitoring Team for the 2026–2028 term attended training on water sampling at the North Sumatra Provincial Environmental Agency Laboratory in Medan. The training formed part of the preparations for newly appointed team members, ensuring they have the necessary understanding to carry out their roles in water quality monitoring.
The training materials, delivered by USU experts, covered aquatic biology, water management systems at the Martabe Gold Mine, and the role of communities in overseeing process water management. Through these sessions, participants gained an understanding of the technical and environmental aspects underpinning monitoring activities.
Strengthening this capacity is essential, as meaningful community involvement in environmental monitoring must be supported by adequate knowledge. By understanding water sampling procedures and water management practices, community representatives are expected to participate more actively and foster constructive communication with the government, technical experts, and the company.
The programme continued on 18 October 2026 with the disclosure of laboratory test results for the Martabe Gold Mine’s process water quality for the third quarter of 2026. According to the findings presented by the expert team, all tested process water quality parameters remained within the environmental quality standards established by the government.
The disclosure of laboratory results forms part of the company’s commitment to providing transparent environmental information to stakeholders. Monitoring is conducted regularly through the Integrated Monitoring Team, involving representatives from the government, technical experts, the company, and local communities. Water samples are collected from several monitoring points and analysed by an independent laboratory against parameters stipulated in environmental regulations.
The event was attended by Senior Manager External Relations Irwanto F. Situmorang, Manager Community Relations Masdar Muda, and Deputy Manager Stakeholder Relations Adi Lubis.
In his remarks, Irwanto F. Situmorang emphasised that transparency in laboratory test results and community involvement are essential to building a shared understanding of environmental management at the Martabe Gold Mine. Open monitoring processes involving multiple stakeholders are expected to strengthen trust and ensure that information on water quality is communicated based on scientific testing.
From an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) perspective, these activities bring together three interconnected dimensions. Water quality testing supports environmental performance monitoring, training strengthens community capacity and participation, while the disclosure of laboratory results reinforces transparency and accountability in the company’s environmental management practices.
By strengthening the capacity of the Integrated Monitoring Team and ensuring transparency in laboratory test results, Agincourt Resources continues to promote a monitoring approach that goes beyond regulatory compliance to encourage long-term collaboration with stakeholders. This approach is expected to support responsible water quality management and contribute to efforts to safeguard the long-term sustainability of the Batang Toru River ecosystem.
