Indonesia Strengthens Energy Security Measures for Nataru 2026

Enhanced Fuel Stock Management

The Indonesian government has implemented comprehensive measures to ensure energy security during the Christmas and New Year (Nataru) period of 2026. Despite facing challenges from natural disasters in regions such as Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra, the government has successfully maintained national energy resilience ¹

Fuel Stock Status

As of December 19, 2025, the national fuel stock stands at 24 days of reserves, comfortably above the minimum national threshold of 18 days ²

• Pertalite (RON 90) stock coverage is at 19 days
• RON 92 gasoline has 23 days of stock
• RON 95 gasoline has more than 31 days of stock
• Subsidized diesel (CN48) has 15 days of stock
• Non-subsidized diesel (CN53) has around 25 days of stock
• Aviation turbine fuel has more than 29 days of stock

LPG Stock Management

The government has also maintained adequate Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) reserves. As of December 19, 2025, national LPG stock stood at 314,394 metric tons with a Daily Objective Throughput (DOT) of 25,832 MT per day, resulting in 12.17 days of coverage ¹

Power Generation Preparedness

In the electricity sector, the government has ensured that power generation fuel reserves remain above safe thresholds:

• Fuel reserves for power plants are above 10 days
• Gas reserves are maintained at safe levels
• Coal reserves for thermal plants are adequate

These measures have minimized the risk of systemic power supply disruptions during the Nataru period.

Challenges in Disaster-Affected Areas

While overall energy stock levels are satisfactory, distribution challenges persist in disaster-affected regions. In Aceh, despite the backbone electricity system being restored, four districts remain with less than 50% recovery in electricity infrastructure - Aceh Tamiang, Bener Meriah, Gayo Lues, and Central Aceh ¹

Alternative Logistics Measures

To address these challenges, PT Pertamina has implemented alternative logistics strategies:

1. Using helicopters and Hercules aircraft for fuel distribution
2. Deploying motorcycle-based delivery services for remote areas
3. Modifying vehicles to carry fuel and LPG in smaller quantities

These measures demonstrate the government's commitment to maintaining energy security despite logistical challenges.

Risk Mitigation Strategies

The government has adopted a multi-faceted approach to risk mitigation:

1. Maintaining buffer stocks for fuel and LPG
2. Enhancing monitoring of geological risks (24 volcanoes on alert)
3. Implementing risk avoidance measures in vulnerable areas
4. Continuous monitoring of weather-related risks