PT Pertamina International Shipping’s Integrated Terminal in Tanjung Uban, Bintan, is gearing up to become a major trading hub for energy in Southeast Asia, signaling a significant boost in regional energy trade capabilities.
The Integrated Terminal Tanjung Uban, managed by PT Pertamina Energy Terminal (PET), a subsidiary of PT Pertamina International Shipping, is strategically positioned near the Strait of Malacca, making it an ideal location for a regional energy trading hub.
Since the implementation of the Supplier Head Stock (SHS) program in 2002, the terminal has seen a consistent increase in cargo volume, signaling its growing importance in regional logistics.
The terminal features extensive safety measures including a buffer zone and a lightning protection system, underlining its commitment to global HSSE standards.
Plans are underway to establish the terminal as a trading hub by 2025-2028, with advanced blending facilities for gasoline products, boosting its non-captive market development.
The terminal’s proximity to the Strait of Malacca, combined with recent enhancements, positions it to handle an increased throughput of oil and LPG, enhancing its role in international trade. Plans are underway to establish the terminal as a trading hub by 2025-2028, with advanced blending facilities for gasoline products, boosting its non-captive market development.
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With seven docks capable of accommodating large vessels, and significant storage capacity for oil and LPG, the terminal is well-equipped to handle substantial trade volumes efficiently.
The strategic enhancement of the Tanjung Uban Terminal is not only pivotal for Indonesia’s ambition to dominate the regional energy trade but also offers a blueprint for sustainable industrial expansion in Southeast Asia. For Singaporeans and international visitors, this development promises more robust trade relations and energy security within the region.
PT Pertamina International Shipping is transforming the Integrated Terminal Tanjung Uban into a significant trading hub for energy in Southeast Asia. With strategic upgrades and an increase in cargo capacity, the terminal is set to enhance regional energy distribution and trade, supporting Indonesia’s position in the global energy market.
Source: Go Kepri (2024)
