Securing Supply, BPH Migas Monitors Reliability of Fuel Production at Dumai Refinery
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - The Downstream Oil and Gas Regulator (BPH Migas) has assured the reliability of Pertamina Patra Niaga Refinery Unit (RU) II Dumai’s fuel production as one of the main foundations of the national fuel supply, particularly for the northern region of Sumatra (Sumbagut) during Ramadan–Idul Fitri 1447 Hijriah (rafi) and amid escalating geopolitics in the Middle East.
Pertamina Patra Niaga RU II Dumai is one of the largest refineries in Indonesia, contributing around 16.5 percent of Pertamina’s total processing capacity. With a total capacity of 170,000 barrels per day, it comprises Dumai Refinery 120,000 bpd and Sei Pakning Refinery 50,000 bpd.
“During field visits, RU II Dumai was confirmed to be in optimal condition and able to produce various types of BBM. We expect this refinery to maintain its reliability so that it can meet BBM products for domestic needs. Specifically for North Sumatra,” said Fathul Nugroho, a member of the BPH Migas Board, in a press statement quoted on Friday.
In addition to producing gas oil such as diesel and its derivatives, the refinery also produces green avtur or Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) as part of support for the sustainable energy transition program. The production of SAF is viewed as a tangible step in preparing the energy sector to meet global decarbonisation demands.
The Government, through BPH Migas together with Pertamina, is committed to maintaining the availability and distribution of domestic BBM so that it remains secure and smooth. An operationally reliable refinery is seen as the main shield to ensure that the national energy supply is not disrupted by international geopolitical dynamics.
Going forward, BPH Migas is encouraging an increase in Dumai Refinery’s capacity as part of strengthening national energy security. “Nationally, Indonesia needs to add around 400 thousand barrels per day of refinery capacity to reach a total of 1.6 million bpd, to support full domestic self-sufficiency for BBM, especially for gasoline and diesel. Refineries like Dumai still have room for further development,” said Fathul.
During the event, BPH Migas also conveyed appreciation to refinery workers. “We thank all Pertamina officers, especially at this Dumai Refinery, for optimal performance and we hope they stay healthy and continue to contribute to BBM production for Indonesia,” said Fathul, accompanied by Pertamina Patra Niaga RU II Dumai General Manager, Iwan Kurniawan.
Fuel Monitoring at SPBU
In addition to inspecting the refinery, BPH Migas conducted checks on service and BBM distribution at several Public Fuel Filling Stations (SPBU) in Dumai City. Based on monitoring via the Automatic Tank Gauge (ATG) system, stock of diesel and gasoline, including Pertalite, was in a safe condition.
The Government together with the Pertamina Group, including Pertamina Patra Niaga, has prepared anticipatory steps to face surge in demand during Ramadan and Idul Fitri. “So the distribution and service of BBM to the public from Pertamina is ensured to be safe and smooth,” concluded Fathul.
Similarly, Wilson Eddi Wijaya, Sales Area Manager Retail Riau Pertamina Patra Niaga, assured that BBM supply and distribution is maintained and product quality meets standards through daily checks.
Separately, Pertamina Patra Niaga Corporate Secretary, Roberth MV. Dumatubun, appreciated the concrete steps taken by BPH Migas together with Pertamina Patra Niaga in the Dumai region. The activity provides positive psychological and operational impact on the ground, where the public receives information and real field aspects to ensure targeted distribution and the resilience of refinery infrastructure.
The public can continue activities with confidence and need not be affected by panic buying as BPH Migas and Pertamina work side by side to ensure energy remains secure during Ramadan and Idul Fitri.