Jakarta. PT Pertamina (Persero) is reinforcing its commitment to Indonesia’s energy self-sufficiency (“swasembada energi”) through a strategic initiative: the Multistage Fracturing (MSF) Project. This move is aligned with the government’s Asta Cita energy goals and positions Pertamina as a pioneer in applying MSF technology within the country.
The project is designed to boost oil and gas production under the management of PT Pertamina Hulu Rokan (PHR). By leveraging MSF, Pertamina aims to optimize national energy reserves more efficiently.
National Recognition and Support
Djoko Siswanto, head of SKK Migas, praised Pertamina’s achievement, stating that becoming a pioneer in MSF demonstrates Indonesia’s domestic competence in upstream oil and gas technology—a field often dominated by international firms.
Strategic Alignment with National Mandates
During a site visit to the MSF project in Riau on November 12, 2025, Pertamina President Director Simon Aloysius Mantiri highlighted that this initiative aligns with President Prabowo Subianto’s mandate to the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), SKK Migas, and Pertamina. The goal: to strengthen collaboration and boost national production to achieve energy sovereignty.
Simon emphasized that the government is urging Pertamina to aggressively scale up upstream production to enhance national energy resilience and sovereignty. (TvOne News) He added that the company aims to improve operations through optimization, innovation, and a strong commitment to safety.
He also called for continued cross-sector collaboration, acknowledging the vital role of Pertamina’s younger talent—particularly those in PHR’s upstream subholding—for driving national energy goals.
Efficiency Gains & Cost Reductions
According to Pertamina Vice Director Oki Muraza, the MSF project has successfully reduced costs and increased operational efficiency for drilling and well completion. This year, building on 2024’s accomplishments, PHR is advancing its horizontal MSF wells using a highly efficient process: explosive perforation combined with a one-run “plug and perf” system for each stage, enabled by smart coiled tubing. This configuration is a first for Indonesia and marks a significant breakthrough in reducing time, logistics, and operational expenses.
Oki shared that the success of this project underscores the spirit of innovation among Indonesia’s next-generation engineers, proving they can master globally competitive oil‑and‑gas technology. He also expressed his hope that the MSF technology could be replicated across the entire Pertamina Group, contributing to national energy self-sufficiency. (https://rm.id/)
How MSF Works & Why It Matters
Multistage Fracturing is an advanced technique that increases well productivity by creating multiple fractures along a horizontal wellbore. This technology enables maximum extraction of oil and gas reserves from a single horizontal well, thereby significantly boosting production.
Following the successful deployment of the first MSF well in 2024, Pertamina is now expanding the technology in KB570, located in the Kotabatak field within Rokan Zone, Kampar Regency, Riau.
Future Growth and Scaling Plans
- In 2025, PHR aims to drill multiple horizontal MSF wells in Kotabatak and Balam South East fields.
- By 2026, the plan is to further expand—to Kotabatak, Bangko, and Balam South East fields—while continuously lowering drilling costs through improved efficiency.
- Pertamina targets replicating the MSF approach across other operational areas, strengthening the upstream sector’s productivity and Indonesia’s energy independence.
Sustainability & ESG Commitment
As a leader in energy transition, Pertamina remains committed to its Net Zero Emissions 2060 target. The MSF initiative also aligns with global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) under the company’s Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) framework.
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