Pertamina rolls out UMKM market access, new oil blocks, biogasoline push, HSSE drive and extra LPG supply

PT Pertamina (Persero) announced a series of initiatives in July 2026 aimed at strengthening Indonesia's energy sector and supporting the domestic economy.

The company will place products from micro, small and medium enterprises (UMKM) on every domestic flight of Pelita Air, covering 15 tourist destinations, to broaden market access for local producers. Director‑General Simon Aloysius Mantiri said the move supports the P3DN program and national economic development.

Pertamina Hulu Energi secured nine new exploration blocks—eight in Indonesia (Bunga, Peri Mahakam, East Natuna, Melati, Binaiya, Lavender, Bobara and North Ketapang) and one in Malaysia (Block SK‑510). Exploration Director Asep Samsul Arifin described the expansion as part of the company’s long‑term effort to ensure energy security.

Pertamina Patra Niaga is developing biogasoline at the Cilacap and Balongan refineries to reduce gasoline imports, while also investing in green‑refinery products such as hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) and sustainable aviation fuel. Vice President Taufik Aditiyawarman highlighted the goal of cutting reliance on imported gasoline.

The firm also highlighted its Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) programme, presented at the HSSE Jamboree I 2026, as a foundation for reliable operations and national energy resilience.

Finally, Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional Jawa added 292 metric tonnes of subsidised LPG 3‑kg cylinders for Majalengka and Subang in West Java to ensure continued supply. Area Manager Reno Fri Daryanto said the extra allocation safeguards the LPG distribution network.