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Bali fuel shortages trigger long queues as Pertamina accelerates distribution
Bali is experiencing significant fuel shortages, particularly for subsidized Pertalite, leading to long vehicle queues and traffic congestion in areas like Denpasar, Badung, and Jembrana. Pertamina CEO Simon Aloysius Mantiri apologized for the disruption, attributing the delay to technical issues with a tanker ship's anchor during the unloading process, alongside a surge in demand.
To resolve the crisis, Pertamina Patra Niaga has implemented 24-hour supply operations and is prioritizing deliveries to critical gas stations. Three major fuel shipments totaling 26,200 kiloliters are scheduled for mid-October to replenish stocks. Governor Wayan Koster has reassured the public that fuel reserves at the Manggis and Sanggaran depots remain sufficient and expects distribution to normalize within one to two days.
National Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia noted that while local distribution in Bali faced hurdles, national fuel stocks remain secure for approximately 16 to 18 days. Meanwhile, the Ombudsman has noted that fuel distribution issues, including potential misuse of subsidized fuel, have been reported in 25 provinces across Indonesia.
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Ahad Rahedi · BMKG · Bahlil Lahadalia · Bali · Bank Indonesia · Denpasar · Hiswana Migas · Institute for Essential Services Reform · Ombudsman Republik Indonesia · PT Pertamina Patra Niaga · Pertamina · Pertamina Patra Niaga
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- [● 4 SOURCES] Pertamina is implementing 24-hour supply operations to accelerate fuel recovery in Bali. www.dunia-energi.com · www.ruangenergi.com · seputaraceh.id · www.liputan6.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Simon Aloysius Mantiri apologized to the people of Bali for the fuel shortages and queues. bali.jpnn.com · uzone.id · www.cnbcindonesia.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Governor Wayan Koster stated that fuel stocks are sufficient and expect normalization within 1-2 days. en.antaranews.com · denpasar24.com · www.investmentwatchblog.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] The average daily consumption of Pertalite in Bali is approximately 2,200 KL. en.antaranews.com · www.investmentwatchblog.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] A technical issue with a ship's anchor delayed the unloading process. bali.jpnn.com · uzone.id · www.cnbcindonesia.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Police deployed 36 personnel to manage traffic at 13 major gas stations in Denpasar.
- [● 5 SOURCES] Pertamina scheduled three fuel shipments totaling 26,200 KL for October 12, 14, and 16. seputaraceh.id · en.antaranews.com · www.investmentwatchblog.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Increased consumption of subsidized fuel due to price disparities contributed to the shortage. bali.jpnn.com · www.investmentwatchblog.com