Pertamina Readies 29 Fuel Terminals for B50 Biodiesel Distribution
PT Pertamina Patra Niage has stated its readiness to support the government’s policy regarding the implementation of B50 Biodiesel. A total of 29 out of 126 fuel terminals owned by Pertamina are prepared to distribute B50 in the form of Biosolar as of 1 July 2026.
Vice President of Corporate Communication at PT Pertamina Patra Niaga, Kitty Andhora, explained that the number of terminals serving B50 distribution will continue to increase gradually throughout the transition period. “Today, 29 of Pertamina’s 126 terminals are ready to distribute B50 in accordance with government regulations,” Kitty stated in Jakarta on Wednesday.
This implementation refers to the Decree of the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Number 257.K/EK.01/MEM.E/2026 concerning the Obligation to Mix Biofuel Types of Biodiesel with Solar Fuel at a rate of 50 per cent. Under this regulation, the government has provided leeway for fuel companies that still hold B40 stocks, allowing them to distribute existing B40 supplies until 30 September 2026. Pertamina continues to conduct close monitoring to ensure the distribution process from terminals to distributors and the public proceeds without obstacles.
President Prabowo Subianto previously announced the launch of B50 in July 2026 as a strategic step towards energy self-sufficiency. The President is optimistic that increasing the biodiesel content will bring significant foreign exchange savings for the country. “I estimate that in three or four years at most, we will achieve energy self-sufficiency. We do not want to import anything for our fuel or our energy,” President Prabowo asserted.
The President noted that energy independence is crucial to protecting the public from global oil price volatility and distribution disruptions in global routes, such as those currently occurring in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has ensured that all sectors are ready to implement the mandatory B50 policy. Ministry Spokesperson Dwi Anggia mentioned that B50 testing has been conducted on various modes and heavy equipment. “B50 has been tested in various vehicles, such as heavy equipment, ships, trains, and other machinery including mining, excavators, and agricultural tools,” Anggia explained.
The government ensures that the implementation of B5 and will be carried out simultaneously across all regions of Indonesia after being officially inaugurated by President Prabowo Subianto this month.