Pertamina explains reasons for Pertamax price increase

PT Pertamina (Persero) has recently adjusted the prices of several non-subsidized fuel types, with Pertamax Series experiencing a notable increase per liter. This change follows predictions made in recent months, particularly after tensions in the Middle East disrupted global oil supply chains, driving up international crude oil prices and pressuring domestic fuel costs.

The announcement of this latest policy adjustment was made by Pertamina Patra Niaga on Tuesday evening (June 9, 2026). Muhammad Baron, Vice President of Corporate Communication at PT Pertamina (Persero), provided an official explanation regarding the rationale behind the price increase for certain non-subsidized fuels in June.

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Can we convey that the explanation for the above has been provided by Pertamina Patra Niaga as follows.

Corporate Secretary of Pertamina Patra Niaga, Roberth MV Dumatubun, stated that the price adjustments for Pertamax and Pertamax Green were made in coordination with the government, the regulatory body. This decision aligns with a periodic evaluation mechanism that considers fluctuations in global oil prices and economic market conditions. Pertamina Patra Niaga explained that these adjustments are part of implementing energy governance to maintain a balance between business sustainability, service quality, and ensuring energy supply for the public.

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The adjustment of Pertamax and Pertamax Green prices was made after going through an evaluation process according to the price formula set by the government. The selling price was decided with continued coordination with the government as the regulator, and is part of efforts to maintain the sustainability of energy provision and the distribution of quality fuel for the public to continue optimally.

Under the new policy, the price of Pertamax (RON 92) has risen from Rp 12,300 to Rp 16,250 per liter, and Pertamax Green 95 has increased from Rp 12,900 to Rp 17,000 per liter. However, prices for Pertamax Turbo, Dexlite, and Pertamina Dex remain unchanged. Importantly, the prices for subsidized fuels, Pertalite (Rp 10,000 per liter) and Biosolar (Rp 6,800 per liter), are being maintained.

Mohammad Faisal, Executive Director of CORE Indonesia, noted that the Pertamax price increase was long anticipated. He explained that non-subsidized fuel prices generally follow international market movements, making adjustments inevitable when crude oil prices rise.

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In principle, non-subsidized fuel follows international prices. So adjustments are difficult to avoid when crude oil prices continue to increase.