Why Indonesia Tsingshan Stainless Steel Nickel Smelter Exploded

The Tsingshan nickel smelter fire in Morowali is suspected to be caused by procedural errors. Initial findings in the investigation point to misconduct.

Khairul Anam

January 1, 2024

A FIRE at the nickel smelter processing plant, or nickel smelter, belonging to Indonesia Tsingshan Stainless Steel (ITSS) claimed many victims. About 59 employees became casualties, 19 died due to burns and difficulty breathing. One survivor, Fatriansyah, an officer who directly witnessed the event, is currently undergoing treatment.

Tempo obtained the account of Fatriansyah, also known as Rian, from Andi Hamka, the Deputy Chairman of Advoc

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