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Bank Jatim opens branch in Balikpapan to expand services and business ties
Bank Jatim, a regional bank based in East Java, officially opened a branch in Balikpapan, East Kalimantan, on October 9, 2026.
The branch had been serving customers on a trial basis since June.
The bank says it wants to connect businesses and investment opportunities in East Java and East Kalimantan.
Balikpapan was chosen for its economic potential and its location near Indonesia’s planned new capital, Nusantara.
The branch offers savings and payment services, loans for small and medium-sized businesses, retail and consumer credit, and digital banking.
Bank Jatim also says it will work with local partners to improve financial knowledge and access to services.
The opening is intended to strengthen economic ties between the two provinces, though the sources do not describe specific next steps.
Bank Jatim officially opened a branch in Balikpapan, East Kalimantan, on October 9, 2026.
The bank said the branch will expand access to banking services and strengthen economic ties between East Java and East Kalimantan.
It aims to connect businesses and investment opportunities in the two provinces.
The branch offers savings and transaction services, financing for small businesses, retail and consumer credit, priority banking and digital banking through JConnect.
Balikpapan recorded economic growth of 10.24% in 2025, with gross regional domestic product of Rp169.3 trillion.
- Who
- PT Bank Pembangunan Daerah Jawa Timur Tbk, known as Bank Jatim.
- What
- It officially opened a branch in Balikpapan to expand banking services and support business and investment links.
- When
- October 9, 2026.
- Where
- Balikpapan, East Kalimantan, Indonesia.
- Why
- The bank cited Balikpapan’s economic potential and strategic position, including its role as a gateway to the Nusantara capital region.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
The selection of Balikpapan as the location for developing Bank Jatim's office network was based on its great economic potential, especially as one of the gateways to the Nusantara capital region.
Bank Jatim's role in Balikpapan can be part of strengthening cooperation between the two provinces and ultimately strengthen the national economy.
East Java and East Kalimantan held a trade and investment mission, where East Java community groups in East Kalimantan raised suggestions and aspirations.
The Balikpapan branch began serving customers in a soft opening.
Bank Jatim officially opened its Balikpapan branch.
- Branch opening
- Balikpapan, East Kalimantan
- Official opening
- October 9, 2026
- Economic growth
- 10.24% in 2025
- Gross regional domestic product
- Rp169.3 trillion in 2025
- Digital banking service
- JConnect
Sources
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