Two Pertamina Tanker Ships Remain Stranded in the Persian Gulf
PT Pertamina International Shipping has stated that two of its tanker vessels remain stranded in the Persian Gulf region following Iran’s closure of the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz on 28 February 2026.
Acting Corporate Secretary of PT Pertamina International Shipping, Vega Pita, indicated that of the four Pertamina vessels operating in the Middle East region, two have begun departing the conflict area. These two vessels are PIS Rinjani and PIS Paragon.
“The ships still in the region are VLCC Pertamina Pride and Gamsunoro. Both are located in the Arabian Gulf and are awaiting safe conditions to exit through the Strait of Hormuz,” Vega stated in a written statement on Tuesday, 10 March 2026.
Meanwhile, the two remaining vessels continue to be positioned in the Arabian Gulf, awaiting safer conditions for transit. Vega assured that both vessels are in safe condition. The Gamsunoro is known to be carrying cargo belonging to third-party consumers.
The VLCC Pertamina Pride, for its part, is undertaking a mission to transport light crude oil intended to meet domestic energy requirements. Although a portion of the fleet has been affected by the geopolitical situation in the region, Pertamina is ensuring that the energy supply chain continues to operate. This is supported by at least 345 vessels under the management of various entities within the Pertamina Group.
According to Vega, the company continues to coordinate with the government to ensure energy distribution remains secure. In response to the uncertain conditions, Pertamina has implemented an energy supply chain management scheme called Regular, Alternative and Emergency. This method is used to determine the most effective and safe energy distribution routes for the fleet and ship crews.
Additionally, Vega stated that Pertamina International Shipping is intensively monitoring all vessels in real-time around the clock. The company is also maintaining coordination with maritime authorities and local officials to ensure crew safety and cargo security.
“Monitoring of the position of our fleet, crew, and personnel is carried out intensively at all times,” Vega stated.