# Indonesia bolsters fuel reserves and shipping to resolve de- > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indonesia-pertalite-fuel-demand-and-reserve-fluctuations > Updated: 2026-10-23T09:07:02.000Z. Sources: 25. Developments: 3. Fuel distribution disruptions in Bali and East Java have been addressed following delays in tanker shipments from Java. To prevent future shortages, Minister Bahlil Lahadalia has directed Pertamina to increase Bali’s fuel reserves from the current 11–12 days to a 15-day standard. Seven extra ships have also been deployed to bolster the supply chain to the island. In Bali, Governor Wayan Koster has extended an odd-even vehicle policy at fuel stations until October 23, 2026, to manage demand and maintain stable distribution. Meanwhile, officials in East Java confirmed that fuel stocks remain secure through the end of October, despite previous queues in areas such as Jember and Malang. To resolve queues in Malang, Jember, and Blitar, authorities are working to stabilize distribution within one to two days by increasing supply via additional tankers and extending depot operating hours to 24 hours. Nationally, Pertamina reports a continued shift in consumer behavior, noting a 7–8% monthly increase in Pertalite usage in Central Java and Yogyakarta as citizens seek to save costs. This surge has kept national Pertalite reserves between 16 and 18 days. The government has set a goal to restore national Pertalite reserves to a 20-day standard within one week. In the Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY), Hiswana Migas and PT Pertamina Patra Niaga have confirmed that fuel supplies remain sufficient through the end of 2026. Despite increased queues for subsidized Pertalite, officials noted that energy reserves in DIY exceed normal daily requirements. Contingency plans are currently in place to manage potential consumption spikes during the upcoming Christmas and New Year period. ## Claims - The Minister requested Pertamina increase Bali's fuel reserves from 11 days to 15 days. (corroborated by 6 sources) - National Pertalite fuel reserves are currently between 16 and 18 days. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Bali Governor Wayan Koster extended the odd-even vehicle policy for fuel stations until October 23, 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Fuel distribution delays in Bali were caused by late arrival of transport ships from Java. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Fuel distribution disruptions in Bali and East Java have been resolved. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Seven additional ships have been deployed to supply fuel to Bali. (single source) - Pertalite fuel consumption in Central Java and Yogyakarta is increasing by 7-8% monthly. (single source) - Pertamina CEO Simon Aloysius Mantiri apologized for the fuel scarcity and distribution delays in Bali. (single source) - East Java fuel stocks are projected to remain secure through the end of October 2026. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-23: Fuel supplies in Yogyakarta remain stable despite increased demand Authorities in Yogyakarta confirm fuel supplies are secure through 2026, despite rising queues caused by a shift in consumer demand toward subsidized Pertalite fuel. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fuel-supplies-in-yogyakarta-remain-stable-despite-increased-demand ### 2026-10-19: Indonesia fuel distribution: Bali and East Java supply measures Indonesia is increasing fuel reserves in Bali to 15 days and deploying extra ships to resolve distribution delays caused by shipping lags, while managing a national shift toward subsidized Pertalite. 19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-fuel-reserves-dip-as-pertalite-demand-rises ### 2026-10-15: East Java gas stations face Pertalite queues due to consumption shifts Increased demand for subsidized Pertalite fuel is causing long vehicle queues at gas stations in Sidoarjo, East Java, as consumers shift away from non-subsidized fuel options. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/east-java-gas-stations-face-pertalite-queues-due-to-consumption-shifts --- Cite as: Indonesia bolsters fuel reserves and shipping to resolve de-. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/indonesia-pertalite-fuel-demand-and-reserve-fluctuations