BP-AKR Ensures Quality as BP 92 Returns to Market with Pertamina Support

The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has confirmed that BP gas stations purchased 100,000 barrels of base fuel from the state-owned company Pertamina Patra Niaga.

“It’s true, this resulted from discussions between BP and Pertamina,” said Laode Sulaeman, Director General of Oil and Gas, when contacted by Antara from Jakarta on October 31, 2025.

The agreement enables BP to resume sales of its main fuel product, BP 92 (RON 92).

Laode added that other private fuel retailers are also in talks with Pertamina, though he declined to provide further details until each company secures its own supply.

BP-AKR, the company operating BP fuel distribution in Indonesia, said the base fuel’s quality had been verified by an independent laboratory to ensure compliance with both Indonesian government standards and BP International’s requirements.

“Our main goal is to bring BP 92 back to the market while maintaining high product quality. Ensuring quality is part of our long-term commitment to provide reliable energy services in Indonesia,” said BP-AKR President Director Vanda Laura.

Vanda explained that importing fuel through the government is a short-term solution, while BP-AKR continues to address the supply shortage carefully and responsibly.

Fuel shortages at private gas stations, including BP outlets, have occurred since mid-August 2025. Discussions among private retailers, the Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry, and Pertamina have been ongoing.

Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia has encouraged private fuel retailers to utilize Pertamina’s import quotas to replenish their stocks.

After nearly two months of negotiations, BP gas stations have now begun receiving fuel supplies again.

Source : https://en.tempo.co/read/2061912/bp-akr-purchases-100000-barrels-of-base-fuel-from-pertamina-says-energy-minister?tracking_page_direct