Elnusa Transforms into Low-Cost Operator, Targets 25% Operational Efficiency
PT Elnusa Tbk (ELSA), an integrated energy services company, has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming into a world-class low-cost upstream oil and natural gas operator to address the increasingly challenging dynamics of the oil and gas industry in 2026.
Elnusa’s President Director, Litta Ariesca, stated that this strategy focuses on developing marginal fields through a technology- and innovation-based efficiency approach.
“Moving forward, we are focusing as a low-cost operator to develop marginal fields. We target operational activities to be 15 to 20 percent, even up to 25 percent or more efficient compared to current oil and gas operations,” said Litta in a statement on Monday (6/4/2026).
This strategic step also serves as a response to the volatility of global oil prices, global geopolitical dynamics, and support for the government’s target of achieving national production of 1 million barrels of oil per day (BOPD) and 12 billion standard cubic feet of gas per day (BSCFPD).
In line with this transformation direction, Elnusa is adopting the major theme for 2026, “Rediscover Technology and Innovation Age”, which emphasises the adaptive use of technology and strengthening an innovative mindset across the entire organisation.
“This transformation is not just about introducing new technology, but about building a work ecosystem where every Elnusa officer can think faster, safer, and more efficiently in carrying out operations,” added Litta.
To support the implementation of this strategy, Elnusa continues to strengthen its upstream oil and gas service capabilities, covering an integrated ecosystem from geoscience, seismic surveys, drilling, to optimisation of existing fields.
The company is also actively synergising with Pertamina Group entities, including Pertamina Hulu Energi (PHE) and Pertamina Technology, Innovation & Infrastructure (TI&I).
One of the innovations being developed is vibroseis technology for Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) as well as the use of Inline Inspection (ILI) tools to ensure the reliability of the national oil and gas pipeline network spanning more than 21,000 km.
“Through ILI technology, we can perform early detection of pipeline conditions, so that maintenance actions can be carried out on time before potential leaks occur,” explained Litta.
In addition to strengthening its core business, Elnusa continues to promote business diversification, including the development of seismic survey services for the non-oil and gas sector as well as international market expansion through the shipment of Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG), including to Algeria.
“This success is the result of applying the principles of operational excellence and end-to-end integration across all business lines. Moving forward, we continue to upgrade technology to provide optimal contributions to national production targets while maintaining business sustainability,” concluded Litta.