Indonesia Targets to End Diesel Imports by 2026

INDUSTRY
Indonesia Targets to End Diesel Imports by 2026 
The Ministry of ESDM targets Indonesia to stop importing diesel fuel by 2026, supported by the operation of the Balikpapan Refinery Development Master Plan (RDMP) in Nov-25 and the rollout of the B50 biodiesel program in 2H26. The Balikpapan refinery will boost domestic supply to meet national demand of 34–35 mn KL per year, replacing the current 4.9 mn KL imports, while B50 will require 19–20.1 mn KL of biodiesel, increasing FAME use by 3.8 mn KL. Pertamina confirmed readiness to support the policy, while experts deemed the target realistic if technical readiness, economic viability, and vehicle compatibility are ensured, with B50 expected to reach optimal performance by 3Q–4Q26. (Kontan)

Indonesia’s Shrimp Exports to U.S. Rose 16.3% YoY in 9M25 
Indonesia’s shrimp exports to the U.S. surged 16.3% YoY to USD 1.40 bn in 9M25, despite concerns over the Cesium-137 finding in seafood products. The U.S. remained the top market, accounting for 63.1% of total national shrimp exports, with September shipments up 16.6% MoM. The Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) said the rebound reflected swift recovery efforts supported by strict quality control and CBIB standards to ensure food safety and sustainability. (Kontan) 

COMPANY 
Surya Semesta Internusa (SSIA) Booked IDR 352.6 Bn Marketing Sales in 9M25 
SSIA recorded marketing sales of 18 ha worth IDR 352.6 bn in 9M25, representing only 13.1% of its 2025 target of 137 ha and down 87.3% YoY from 141.8 ha worth IDR 1.7 tn in 9M24. The decline was mainly due to a high-base effect from last year’s land sale to BYD in Subang Smartpolitan. Meanwhile, its construction subsidiary Nusa Raya Cipta (NRCA) booked new contracts of around IDR 2.6 tn in 9M25 (– 17.3% YoY), reaching 69% of its 2025 target of IDR 3.75 tn. (Company) 

MedcoEnergi (MEDC) Joined OGMP 2.0 to Strengthen Net-Zero Commitment 
MEDC, through its subsidiary Medco E&P Indonesia, officially joined the Oil & Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP) 2.0 under UNEP to enhance methane emission reporting and monitoring. The move reinforces MEDC’s commitment to achieve Net-Zero for Scope 1–2 emissions by 2050 and Scope 3 by 2060, after already cutting over 1.5 mn tons CO₂e vs 2019 levels. The co. said its participation supports Indonesia’s energy transition and Global Methane Pledge while advancing renewable projects in geothermal and solar. (Kontan)