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Michael Bambang Hartono, Co-Owner of Como 1907, Dies at 86

Club operations are expected to continue under existing leadership, with no formal decisions announced on the future of his 49% stake.

Overview

  • Djarum Group officials confirmed Hartono’s death in Singapore, and Como 1907 issued an official condolence statement.
  • Hartono co-led Indonesia’s Djarum conglomerate with holdings in tobacco, banking through Bank Central Asia, and electronics via Polytron.
  • The Hartono family bought Como in 2019 through Sent Entertainment and financed a rapid climb from Serie D to Serie A by 2024.
  • Como are currently in the Champions League race under coach Cesc Fàbregas, reflecting substantial investments reported in the hundreds of millions of euros.
  • Company records cited in reports show Robert Budi Hartono holds 51% of the controlling vehicle and Michael held 49%, which would pass to his heirs absent specific pacts, while management continuity is expected under president Mirwan Suwarso.