Pak Michael Tappangan

Michael Tappangan : Maritime Industry

Profile Overview
About

Michael Tappangan, Founder and Managing Partner of McT Law Firm, is recognized as a leading attorney in handling complex and cutting-edge transactions that require a systematic combination of exceptional legal expertise, business acumen, a pragmatic approach, and creative thinking.

With over 25 years of experience, Michael has represented governmental, local, and international clients in some of the largest and most sophisticated national and cross-border transactions, covering a wide range of legal services, including:

  • Mergers, acquisitions, and spin-offs of private corporations

  • Special situations, corporate restructuring, and debt restructuring

  • Corporate compliance, investigative audits, and complex out-of-court dispute resolution

  • Project development and financing for the power, energy, infrastructure, and maritime industries

  • Public policy making and government relations

  • Estate planning for conglomerates and family-owned business groups

Since founding McT Law Firm, Michael has swiftly established himself as a leading figure in the Indonesian legal market. His visionary leadership and strategic approach have played a pivotal role in the firm’s remarkable growth.

What started as a small team has now evolved into one of the largest and most successful law firms in Indonesia, renowned for its dynamic expansion, exceptional client service, and legal expertise. Under his guidance, the firm has garnered numerous accolades, cementing its reputation as a key player in the industry and a trusted advisor to clients across various sectors.

Profile Details

Managing Partner

michaeltappangan@mct-lawfirm.com

Practice Focus

Maritime Industry – Corporate, Compliance & Services – Litigation & Alternative Dispute Resolution

Sub-Practice & Industry

Admiralty & Maritime Law – Shipping & Logistics – Vessel Financing & Registration – Charter Party & Cargo Disputes – Corporate Governance & Compliance – Business Structuring – Commercial Litigation – Arbitration & Mediation – Regulatory Compliance

Language

Indonesian & English

Education

  • Bachelor of Law (S.H.), Universitas 45 Makassar

Professional Affiliations

  • Member of the Association of Indonesian Advocates (PERADI).
Experience Highlight

1. CV Sinar Berkat Abadi Indotech

  • Advised on regulatory compliance for business operations in the motorcycle spare parts and accessories sector, including obtaining warehouse licensing.

2. PT Indonesia Daya Bahtera ("IDB")

  • Advised on a lease agreement with PT Senayan Trikarya Sempana (Plaza Senayan) for a commercial building lease valued at IDR 15 billion.
  • Assisted in negotiating and finalizing a service agreement with PT Gra Galakerta for office inventory services valued at IDR 1.5 billion.
  • Advised on a vehicle rental contract with PT Surya Darma Perkasa, valued at IDR 50 million.
  • Successfully secured Spatial Utilization Compliance Approval (PKKR) for energy projects involving solar panels, liquefied gas, and coal-fired power plants.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory age limits for machinery and vessels imported for power plant operations.
  • Acted for IDB in providing energy services via Marine Vessel Power Plants (MVPPs) to support PT PLN (Persero).

3. PT Kar Powership Indonesia

  • Counseled the board of directors during the company’s liquidation process in December 2022.
  • Successfully defended PT Kar Powership Indonesia in a criminal case involving the seizure of Marine Vessel KPS Gokhan Bey at Pengadilan Negeri Tanjung Pinang (IDR 70 billion).
  • Represented the company in leasing a Marine Vessel Power Plant to PT PLN (Persero) in Kupang, NTT, valued at IDR 518 million annually.
  • Coordinated departure of Marine Vessel KPS Onur Sultan from Indonesian waters, collaborating with key stakeholders.
  • Advised on transport and delivery of equipment to Marine Vessel Power Plant Onur Sultan in Belawan.
  • Secured agency approval for KPS Onur Sultan’s exit from Indonesian waters (IDR 1.3 billion).
  • Facilitated hazardous waste management agreements at the Belawan site.
  • Negotiated with PT Papua Qorano Jaya for leasing opportunities in the Sorong Special Economic Zone.

4. PT Rukina Sukses Abadi

  • Advised on a dredging project at TUKS III PLTU Cilacap with PT Srikandi Armada Shipping, valued at IDR 48 billion.
  • Represented the director in a dredging agreement at Bontang Coal Terminal (BOCT) with PT Indominco Mandiri, valued at IDR 27 billion.
  • Assisted in organizing the 2022 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (RUPS).
  • Advised on a reclamation partnership with PT Arya Megantara.
  • Negotiated a Pre-Tender Consortium Agreement for Patimban Port development with PT Boskalis Internasional Indonesia and PT Anugerah Samudera Madanindo.

5. PT Sena Sanjaya Makmur Sejahtera

  • Negotiated an IDR 1.2 billion agreement with CV Panji Jaya Abadi.
  • Secured IDR 450 million in working capital loans through PT Fwan Mitra Abadi.

6. PT Mentari Sejati Perkasa

  • Successfully resolved legal and logistical issues related to detained containers at TNI AL V Naval Base within 30 days.

7. PT Miranda Bangkit Jaya

  • Secured a second-phase road construction agreement with PT Energi Unggul Persada in Bontang, valued at IDR 18 billion.

8. PT Mitrausaha Indonesia Group ("Modalku")

  • Successfully negotiated debt restructuring with PT Rejo Mulyo Abadi for receivables valued at IDR 1.86 billion.

9. Southern Water Tanker

  • Successfully defended against legal proceedings involving the transport of 500 tons of diesel fuel, preventing a potential penalty of IDR 60 billion.

10. PT Bumi Konsultan Group

  • Provided legal guidance for the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGMS) and corporate governance compliance.

11. PT Astana Prime Capitals

  • Provided advisory for the acquisition process of a new majority shareholder under an asset and business merger framework.

12. PT AGA Pandawa Lima

  • Represented in the acquisition of land in Mojokerto for residential development, valued at IDR 3.5 billion.

13. PT Frande Qia Nusantara

  • Successfully resolved a complex dispute with a leading F&B company, with a claim valued at IDR 2.4 billion.

14. CV Trijaya Sukses Makmur

  • Advised on the transformation of its e-sports business into a limited liability company (PT).

15. PT Pasifik Tunas Berjaya

  • Negotiated a partnership agreement for the management of a market in Surabaya, valued at IDR 610 million per year.

16. PT Komunal Finansial Indonesia ("Komunal")

  • Successfully handled debt suspension proceedings before the Surabaya Commercial Court with a valuation of IDR 5 billion.

17. PT Sumber Segara Primadaya

  • Advised on a dredging agreement for TUKS III PLTU Cilacap, valued at IDR 10 billion.

18. PT Artajaya Mahakarya Samudera

  • Assisted in the rehabilitation of Pier II at Bolok Port in collaboration with PT ASP Indonesia Ferry (Persero), valued at IDR 15 billion.
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