Indonesia energy sector updates: Pertamina distribution and oil production news

In West Sulawesi, the regional police (Polda Sulbar) and Pertamina Patra Niaga are strengthening supervision of fuel and LPG distribution to prevent irregularities and hoarding. Following coordination meetings with provincial authorities, efforts are being made to stabilize energy supplies and reduce queues at gas stations. Authorities have urged the public to avoid excessive purchasing and to report suspected fuel misappropriation via the 110 emergency line.

In East Java, PT Pertamina EP Asset 4 reported a significant production milestone at the Sukowati field in Bojonegoro. The SKW-040 development well achieved a temporary production test result of 396 barrels of oil per day (BOPD), reaching 176% of its initial 225 BOPD target.

In North Kalimantan, Texcal Energy Bengara Indonesia (TEBI) is preparing for technical field operations following its Plan of Development approval. The company plans to focus on workover activities for the South Sebuku 1 and 2 wells, alongside exploratory drilling for the South East Sebuku 1 well.

Additionally, PT Elnusa Tbk and Pertamina Hulu Rokan (PHR) have launched the 688.5-kilometer Gerbera 2D seismic survey across Lampung and South Sumatra to map new oil and gas potential through detailed geological data collection.