PTK relies on revenue growth and efficiency to maintain profit above IDR 1 trillion

PT Pertamina Trans Kontinental (PTK) plans to sustain its net profit above IDR 1 trillion in 2026 by focusing on revenue enhancement and operational cost efficiency. This strategy is being implemented amidst challenges posed by fluctuating rupiah exchange rates against the US dollar and volatile global oil prices, which could increase the company's operational expenses. Eko Cahyadi, acting President Director of PTK, stated that the projection is based on the company's performance through the first half of 2026, indicating that the current net profit is on track to meet the target.

PTK's net profit reached IDR 1.32 trillion in 2025, marking a 23% increase from IDR 1.07 trillion in the preceding year. Cahyadi emphasized that the company closely monitors external dynamics, particularly currency and oil price movements, due to their direct impact on operational costs. To safeguard profitability, PTK is ensuring that revenue growth outpaces cost increases. "For the company, there are only two ways to increase profit: increase revenue and decrease costs. Today we are exposed to the risk of exchange rates and global oil prices, which automatically increase costs. Our hope is that revenue growth will be higher than cost growth," he explained.

Beyond optimizing revenue across all business lines, PTK is implementing a budget reserve policy for areas where savings can be made without disrupting operations. Cahyadi noted, "We are doing a budget reserve, but it does not interfere with operational activities so that revenue enhancement efforts can still proceed." The company is also strengthening efficiency through the adoption of green shipping concepts. Cahyadi views investment in environmentally friendly operations not just in terms of cost savings but also as a contribution to the company's business sustainability.

"The company's existence is not solely about pursuing profit. We also have a sustainability mission through the implementation of ESG principles. The most important thing is how to ensure that this business process is sustainable, including reducing carbon emissions and increasing energy efficiency," he stated. In 2025, PTK recorded a reduction of 66,721 tons of CO2 equivalent (CO2e) emissions through its green energy programs, energy efficiency initiatives, and optimization of more sustainable operations. PTK is a subsidiary of PT Pertamina International Shipping (PIS), part of Pertamina's Integrated Marine Logistics Subholding.