Sorrowful news shrouds the business and political landscape of the country. Rachmat Gobel, a prominent businessman and senior politician, reportedly passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026, at 03:20 WIB at Brawijaya Hospital Tebet, South Jakarta. The news of his passing was confirmed directly through an official statement from his family on the deceased's social media account.
The passing of Rachmat Gobel has prompted public reflection on his immense contributions to building the foundation of the national industry. As the eldest son of the business group's founder, Thayeb Mohammad Gobel, Rachmat was trusted to take the helm of leadership in 1984. Under his direction, the Gobel Group transformed into a vital business entity, employing more than 18,000 workers.
One of the main pillars of the business empire he built was the electronic manufacturing sector through PT Panasonic Manufacturing Indonesia (PMI). Since its establishment in 1970, the company became a household appliance manufacturer trusted by the Indonesian public, producing items ranging from water pumps to audio-visual equipment, with highly significant financial performance.
In addition to manufacturing, Rachmat Gobel's business diversification was evident through PT Gobel Dharma Sarana Karya (GDSK). Starting from an initiative to provide meal services for factory workers, the company transformed into a professional catering and hospitality service provider, reaching a broader market across Indonesia.
Not solely focused on conventional industry, Rachmat also ventured into the healthcare sector through a partnership with Kaikoukai Healthcare Group in 2013. This initiative focused on developing specialized medical services, including dialysis treatment, by adopting global standards to enhance domestic healthcare quality and competitiveness.
