Lampung Provincial Government Promotes Katibung Energy Industrial Area, Creating Jobs and Strengthening Economy

The Lampung Provincial Government is actively promoting strategic investments to enhance community welfare, exemplified by the recent signing of a joint agreement for a feasibility study on the Katibung Strategic Energy Integrated Industrial Estate.

Governor Rahmat Mirzani Djausal and PT Menamas Bakti President Director S. Luddin signed the agreement on June 5, 2026. This marks a crucial first step in accelerating the development of an integrated energy industrial zone projected to bring significant benefits to Lampung, including new employment opportunities, increased economic activity, and strengthening the province's position as a national energy industry hub.

Governor Mirza emphasized the importance of the feasibility study to ensure the project's development is measured and yields optimal benefits for both the region and the nation. The provincial government pledges to actively oversee the project's progress through coordination with relevant ministries and by providing necessary support to expedite investment realization.

The industrial estate is expected to become a new economic growth engine for South Lampung and surrounding areas. Beyond job creation during construction and operation, the project is anticipated to stimulate supporting sectors such as logistics, trade, transportation, hospitality, and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

PT Menamas Bakti's S. Luddin confirmed that preparations for technology, funding, and marketing are complete. The project has already attracted interest from international energy companies and secured funding from Samko Holdings Luxembourg Ltd. Katibung's strategic location, featuring a deep natural harbor capable of accommodating Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs), offers logistical advantages and cost efficiencies for energy distribution. The initial phase includes a refinery with a capacity of 300,000 barrels per day, producing various energy products. The development also prioritizes environmental sustainability.