Two Pertamina Ships Exit Hormuz Strait, Two Others Await Green Light
Two vessels owned by PT Pertamina International Shipping (PIS) have departed the Strait of Hormuz area amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. Meanwhile, two other ships remain in the Arabian Gulf and are awaiting a safe situation to transit through the strategic waterway.
“Two vessels have been confirmed to have departed the conflict area: the PIS Rinjani and PIS Paragon,” said Vega Pita, Acting Corporate Secretary of Pertamina International Shipping, in an official statement on Tuesday (10 March).
He stated that two other ships are still operating in the Middle East region, namely the VLCC Pertamina Pride and Gamsunoro, which are in the Arabian Gulf. These vessels are awaiting a safe situation to exit through the Strait of Hormuz.
“Both are in safe condition,” he asserted.
Vega revealed that the Gamsunoro carries cargo belonging to third-party customers, whilst the VLCC Pertamina Pride is engaged in transporting crude oil supplies to meet domestic energy requirements.
Beyond these vessels, the supply chain and energy distribution network remains intact both in international and Indonesian waters. This is supported by at least 345 ship units managed by various entities under the Pertamina Group.
In conducting this distribution, the Group continues to coordinate with the government. The company applies regular, alternative, and emergency methods to determine the most effective and secure supply chain scheme, ensuring that public energy needs remain fulfilled and distribution runs smoothly.
“PIS continuously conducts intensive 24-hour, seven-day real-time monitoring of all fleet positions, crew, and workers,” said Vega.
The company also stated that it continues to maintain close coordination with maritime authorities and local authorities to ensure the safety and security of all ship crew members and cargo being transported.
“In the midst of this highly dynamic and sensitive situation, we respectfully request prayers and support from all Indonesians for the safety of our ship crews,” he concluded.