Pertamina Patra Niaga commits to improving energy procurement governance

PT Pertamina Patra Niaga, Indonesia's state-owned energy trading company, convened a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) in Jakarta on June 11, 2026, to enhance its governance and legal risk mitigation strategies for importing crude oil and refinery products. The forum brought together key stakeholders, including representatives from the Attorney General's Office (AGO), the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), the National Public Procurement Agency (LKPP), and academics.

Director of Commerce at Pertamina Patra Niaga, Erwin Suryadi, opened the discussion, emphasizing the company's commitment to refining its procurement processes. He stated the goal is to gather feedback on proposed improvements to ensure greater transparency, accountability, and adherence to legal requirements, ultimately supporting national energy resilience. "Our task is to ensure the energy needs of the community are met well, and to ensure all procurement processes are carried out accountably and responsibly, in accordance with regulations," Suryadi said.

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Our task is to ensure the energy needs of the community are met well, and to ensure all procurement processes are carried out accountably and responsibly, in accordance with regulations. Because of that, Pertamina Patra Niaga continues to work hard with the support of various law enforcement agencies including the KPK and the Attorney General's Office, to strengthen governance and encourage improvements in the energy procurement process.

Participants delved into various aspects of strengthening energy procurement governance. Discussions covered legal compliance, best practices in importing crude oil, condensates, fuel, and LPG, risk management, and fostering integrity and adherence to regulations. Mitigation strategies for market dynamics and global geopolitics were also explored, including adjusting procedures for urgent situations, implementing segregation of duties, reinforcing the 'four eyes' principle, and involving compliance functions.

Irene Putri, Director of Legal Consideration at the AGO's Civil and Administrative Affairs Directorate (JAMDATUN), highlighted the importance of a shared understanding of governance and regulatory compliance throughout the business process. She noted Pertamina Patra Niaga's consistent collaboration in seeking guidance to ensure procurement processes adhere to regulations and risks are effectively mitigated. Deny Alvianto from the AGO's Intelligence Directorate (JAMINTEL) also expressed support, recognizing the company's efforts to improve its procurement practices.

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This FGD is very important to provide understanding to internal stakeholders regarding governance issues and carrying out processes in accordance with the rules. From our side, Pertamina Patra Niaga has always been a partner who collaborates to request assistance so that all procurement processes comply with regulations and all risks can be mitigated properly.