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Pertamina Extends Condolences Over Tanah Bumbu Accident; Vehicle Not an Operational Fleet

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional Kalimantan expressed deep condolences for a traffic accident in Tanah Bumbu, South Kalimantan.
  • The company stated that the involved vehicle was not registered as an operational fleet and was not performing services at a Pertamina terminal.
  • Pertamina is cooperating with authorities to ensure information accuracy regarding the vehicle.

PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional Kalimantan has conveyed its profound sympathy following a traffic accident on Jalan Trans Kalimantan in Satui District, Tanah Bumbu Regency, South Kalimantan. The incident occurred on Saturday, August 1, 2026.

"We extend our condolences and deepest sympathy to the families of the victims. We hope those undergoing treatment recover quickly, and the bereaved families are given strength and patience," said Edi Mangun, Area Manager of Communication, Relations & CSR for PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional Kalimantan.

Regarding reports of a tanker truck's involvement, Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional Kalimantan clarified that internal checks show the vehicle is not registered as one of their operational fleets. It was also not recorded as conducting any service activities at a Pertamina terminal. The company is collaborating with relevant parties to verify information about the vehicle and has entrusted the handling and investigation to the authorities.

We extend our condolences and deepest sympathy to the families of the victims. We hope those undergoing treatment recover quickly, and the bereaved families are given strength and patience.

— Edi MangunArea Manager of Communication, Relations & CSR for PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional Kalimantan, expressing sympathy for the accident victims.
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