Single Hearing Resolves LNG Abadi Masela Issues for Purbaya
Jakarta – The government through the Task Force for Accelerating Strategic Government Programmes (Satgas P2SP) held another Debottlenecking Hearing on Tuesday, 24 February 2026, this time addressing obstacles to the Onshore Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Abadi Masela National Strategic Project.
During the hearing chaired by Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, Japanese firm Inpex Masela Ltd presented the project’s progress and requirements for government support.
“This hearing reflects the Government’s commitment to promptly, coordinately, transparently, and accountably addressing complaints submitted through the Debottlenecking Channel. A healthy business climate will be continuously strengthened to accelerate investment and economic activity, driving higher growth alongside strengthening fiscal and financial mechanisms,” said Purbaya at the opening of the hearing.
During the session, Inpex explained that accelerating the strategic project’s realisation requires regulatory simplification, expedited licensing, expanded access to global markets, and facilitation of cost reduction. Particularly critical is the engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) component, which determines the primary investment value and is targeted to commence in early 2027.
The project has recorded significant progress with support from SKK Migas, including environmental impact assessment approval and on-schedule progress of the FEED phase.
This strategic project is projected to become a key pillar of Indonesia’s energy security through the development of LNG facilities with a capacity of 9.5 million tonnes per year, as well as condensate and natural gas production in significant quantities. Nevertheless, the development of the Masela Block still faces several investment challenges requiring policy support and cross-sector coordination to ensure optimal project implementation.
For context, since 1998 Inpex has held the management rights to the Masela Block, located in Maluku.
Representing the government, the hearing was also attended by representatives from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), the Special Work Unit for Upstream Oil and Gas Activities (SKK Migas), the Ministry of Bappenas, and the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs.
The government through Satgas P2SP will address these issues comprehensively and in a coordinated manner. The task force will conduct intensive coordination with relevant ministries and agencies as well as other stakeholders to identify root causes and formulate appropriate solutions.
The approach encompasses expediting licensing procedures, facilitating cross-sector coordination, and strengthening communication with local governments and affected communities.
As of 24 February 2026, 92 complaints have been received through the Debottlenecking Channel, and over half of them—46 complaints—have been successfully heard and promptly addressed in a coordinated and accountable manner by Satgas P2SP. These complaints range from pharmacy business licensing and textile industry financing to strategic issues such as bioethanol plants, waste-to-energy projects, maritime licensing, and import HS codes.
“The holding of this hearing not only resolves obstacles for reporters, but more broadly provides confidence and positive sentiment to the business community, strengthening a healthy business climate,” said Purbaya in closing the hearing.