Pertamina New & Renewable Energy (Pertamina NRE) signed a\nMemorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the US Grains & BioProducts\nCouncil (USGBC) on Friday, 27 March 2026, to strengthen collaboration on\nbioethanol development in Indonesia through joint studies, knowledge\nexchange, and capacity enhancement.<\/p>\n
The US Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) is an international\nnon-profit organisation representing producers and stakeholders in the\ngrain and agriculture-based bioproducts industry. USGBC focuses on\nmarket development through education, advocacy, and facilitating\ncooperation and knowledge exchange, including providing technical\nassistance, training, and promoting best practices to support the\nsustainable utilisation of bio-based products.<\/p>\n
This collaboration emphasises strengthening capabilities through\nknowledge exchange, capacity building, and the adoption of global best\npractices to support the development of the national bioethanol\necosystem, including its contribution to the potential implementation of\nE10 ethanol-blended fuel in Indonesia.<\/p>\n
Deputy Chief Executive Officer of PT Pertamina (Persero), Oki Muraza,\nemphasised the importance of this collaboration as part of efforts to\nbolster national capabilities through global learning.<\/p>\n
\u201cBioethanol represents the intersection of energy security and\nsustainability for Indonesia. Through this partnership, we aim to learn\nmore deeply from international experiences and best practices,\nparticularly in developing the bioethanol ecosystem, including feedstock\ndiversification, regulatory frameworks, and the application of domestic\nethanol-blended fuels,\u201d said Oki.<\/p>\n
Within the scope of the collaboration, both parties will conduct\njoint explorations and studies on strengthening the bioethanol supply\nchain and infrastructure, including technical, commercial, and\nregulatory readiness aspects. Additionally, the partnership includes\nconducting technical training, expert exchanges, and organising\ndiscussion forums and workshops to share global best practices.<\/p>\n
Chief Executive Officer of Pertamina NRE, John Anis, stated that this\ncollaboration aligns with the company\u2019s commitment to accelerating the\nenergy transition through strategic knowledge-based partnerships.<\/p>\n
\u201cPertamina NRE views this collaboration as a platform to strengthen\ntechnical and institutional capabilities through structured knowledge\nexchange. By prioritising joint studies, training, and expertise\nsharing, we are optimistic about accelerating the development of an\nadaptive and sustainable bioethanol ecosystem in Indonesia,\u201d John\nremarked.<\/p>\n
This partnership also promotes domestic capacity development through\ntechnology adoption, operational optimisation, and enhanced\nunderstanding of bioethanol production management and feedstock\ndiversification. On the other hand, both parties will facilitate\ndialogue and knowledge exchange on market development, sustainability\nframeworks, and public communication strategies to support the\nimplementation of ethanol-blended fuels.<\/p>\n
Chairman of USGBC, Mark Wilson, stressed that this partnership\nfocuses on concrete actions through knowledge exchange and system\nreadiness strengthening.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis MoU is not merely a formal agreement but an implementation\nplatform. Through this partnership, we will focus on knowledge exchange\nin ethanol production and supply chains, strengthening technical aspects\nand market development, as well as supporting Indonesia\u2019s readiness in\nethanol-based fuel development,\u201d said Mark.<\/p>\n
The signing of this MoU reaffirms the commitment of Pertamina NRE and\nUSGBC to strengthening knowledge-based collaboration, capacity\nenhancement, and the adoption of global best practices. This synergy is\nexpected to provide tangible contributions to supporting the development\nof a sustainable bioethanol ecosystem and bolstering energy transition\nefforts in Indonesia.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/pertamina-nre-and-us-grains-and-bioproducts-council-collaborate-on-bioethanol-development-1775431174", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }