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Tobacco Asia 33 Bukit Muria Jaya (BMJ); Globally Trusted Partner in Paper Supplies Founded in 1989, Bukit Muria Jaya (BMJ) has grown into one of Indonesia's leading suppliers of paper products for the global tobacco sector. Headquartered in Karawang, West Java, the company operates two production facilities in Indonesia—one in Karawang itself and another in Kudus, Central Java. These sites provide a strong manufacturing base for BMJ's diverse portfolio, which are essential to the production of cigarettes, cigars, heated tobacco sticks, and other related goods. BMJ's product range comprises cigarette papers in mul‑ tiple formats and including environmentally friendly options, plug wraps and tipping papers – printed or blank ‑ as well as reconstituted tobacco paper. Beyond these core offerings, the company also supplies packaging materials such as cigarette pack blanks, inner liners, aluminum and other metallic foils, freshness labels, and tear tapes. Customized printing and em‑ bossing/debossing options supplement the portfolio. With this broad range of products, BMJ positions itself as a one‑stop solution for tobacco manufacturers worldwide. "We have the opportunities to increase added value to customers such as collaboration in innovation and sustainability, enhanced secu‑ rity of supply to a broader production base, and a more complete product offering across non‑tobacco materials," BMJ's commer‑ cial director Agustian Tjahjadi told Tobacco Asia. Its integration within a wider coalition of companies—in‑ cluding SWM and Tannpapier—afford BMJ a truly global reach. While each of these businesses continue operating independent‑ ly, this "triple alliance" enables BMJ to leverage collective exper‑ tise, broaden its product portfolio, and strengthen innovation and sustainability initiatives. Customers thus benefit from en‑ hanced resilience, a secure supply chain, and access to a compre‑ hensive suite of materials tailored to their requirements. With such a solid set‑up, BMJ continues to deliver reliability, quality, and innovation to its partners across the tobacco industry. More information: bmjpaperpack.com IDK Corporation: Innovative Tobacco Filter and Capsule Solutions Yet another Korean company, IDK Corporation, was only founded in 2023, but is already making a mark nevertheless. Headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, the firm operates as a specialized OEM manufacturer. It designs and produces cigarette filters tailored to customer specifications, supporting the branding and commercialization of products across diverse markets. With its exports reaching South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, IDK Corporation has quickly established itself as a trusted partner for international tobacco companies. The firm's portfolio includes a wide range of filter solu‑ tions, from single and double capsule rods in over 50 flavors to hollow and mono filters in multiple sizes, as well as advanced triple filter rods integrating hollow, mono, and charcoal seg‑ ments. Additional offerings include recess, cavity, and heated tobacco filters. Sustainability is a priority, with capsules made from 100% vegetable‑based materials and filters manufactured using PP, PLA, and acetate tow, ensuring environmentally friendly options for customers. CEO Ian Hwang emphasized the company's customer‑first approach during a recent interview with Tobacco Asia. "From the get‑go, our focus has been on building trust with our clients BMJ's commercial director Agustian Tjahjadi. Credit: BMJ Printed tipping paper manufactured by BMJ. Credit: BMJ Triple cavity filter rods from IDK Corporation. Credit: IDK IDK's c.e.o. Ian Hwang at the company booth at a recent trade show. Credit: IDK Flavor capsules are among IDK's main products. Credit: IDK