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SKK Migas hopes UAE company to speed up South Andaman gas development
The Upstream Oil and Gas Regulatory Task Force (SKK Migas) is optimistic that the United Arab Emirates' Mubadala Energy can expedite the development of gas potential in the South Andaman block, similar to ENI, which has recently secured approval for its Plan of Development (POD).
B50 biodiesel production test in S. Kalimantan, a milestone in energy independence
Minister of Agriculture, Andi Amran Sulaiman, on Sunday, August 18, 2024, witnessed a successful trial of B50 biodiesel production at PT. Jhonlin Agro Raya’s biodiesel plant in Batulicin, Tanah Bumbu, South Kalimantan, marking a significant step toward national energy independence and supporting Indonesia’s vision for sustainable future energy.
SGAR project nears completion, set to begin operation by February 2025
The Smelter Grade Alumina Refinery (SGAR) project in Mempawah, West Kalimantan, is nearing completion and is scheduled to begin commercial operation (COD) by February 2025.
Sinopec, PetroChina lead the way in investment surge in Indonesia’s oil and gas sector
Chinese companies have been increasingly investing in oil and gas through working visits to Indonesia by a number of Chinese companies since last May.
KPI invites investors for green refinery Cilacap project
PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional (KPI), a subsidiary of State oil and gas company Pertamina, is inviting investors to join the Green Refinery Cilacap project, which has completed its first phase construction and is moving forward with Phase 2.
Current policies are hindering progress, and government incentives will be essential to support coal companies' energy transition: Ashok Mitra
Ashok Mitra, serves as the CEO of Kaltim Prima Coal (KPC) and COO of Bumi Resources Tbk, a company owned by the Indonesian conglomerate, Bakrie Group. With extensive experience in the mining industry, Mitra has been pivotal in leading one of Indonesia's largest coal producers. In this interview, Mitra shares his insights with Indonesia Business Post, discussing his long-term vision for coal mining companies in the context of Indonesia's energy transition.
SKK Migas targets 133 upstream oil and gas projects by 2029
The Upstream Oil and Gas Regulatory Task Force (SKK Migas) aims to develop 133 non-National Strategic Projects (PSN) in the upstream oil and gas industry by 2029, with a total investment of Rp58 trillion (US$3.5 billion).
Eni to sell US$4.3 billion in upstream oil, gas assets to fund energy transition
Italian energy giant Eni is reportedly preparing to sell its global upstream oil and gas assets valued at over US$4.3 billion (Rp 70.5 trillion) as part of the strategy to fund its energy transition plans.
Indonesia to become world's fourth largest copper cathode producer by 2025
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) says that Indonesia is poised to become the world's fourth-largest producer of copper cathodes next year, aligning with the nation's ambition to lead in battery and electric vehicle production.
SKK Migas secures Rp94.4 trillion agreement to boost domestic gas utilization
The Upstream Oil and Gas Regulatory Task Force (SKK Migas) has signed agreements worth Rp94.4 trillion (US$5.7 billion) with oil and gas contractors to enhance the utilization of natural gas within Indonesia.
Indonesia's dominance in nickel supply crucial for global EV market
Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment, Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, has asserted that the United States cannot increase its electric vehicle (EV) production elevenfold by 2030 as targeted without Indonesia's support.
China eyes EOR projects in Indonesia’s aging oil fields
The Indonesian Upstream Oil and Gas Regulatory Task Forces (SKK Migas) reveals that China has expressed interest in utilizing Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) technology to rejuvenate Indonesia's aging oil fields, potentially boosting production and reserves significantly.