Indonesia Boosts Fuel Supply in Flood-Hit Regions

Emergency Operations Directive

In response to recent natural disasters, Indonesia's Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Bahlil Lahadalia, has issued a directive to PT Pertamina to operate all fuel stations on a 24/7 basis in affected areas including Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. The decision was made during a meeting with Pertamina's CEO and is effective immediately.

Key Measures and Commitments

• 24/7 Fuel Station Operations: All SPBU (fuel stations) in disaster-affected regions will operate continuously
• Additional Power Support: Extra generators will be deployed to maintain uninterrupted fuel supply
• Service Improvement Commitment: Bahlil assured that the government will work to maintain adequate fuel stock and improve service quality
• Apology for Service Disruptions: The minister apologized for any inconvenience caused by service interruptions following the disasters

Implementation and Impact

The immediate implementation of 24/7 fuel station operations aims to address the critical need for fuel in regions affected by severe weather conditions. This measure is expected to support relief efforts and maintain essential services in the impacted areas. The additional deployment of generators will help ensure that fuel distribution remains stable even during potential power outages.