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Enhancing the knowledge of SPE’s Board of Committee about materials used in the oil and gas industry, Company Visit Division SPE ITS SC conducted Inspect 3.0. The event was held in Pertamina Hulu Energi West Madura Offshore (PHE WMO) Lamongan Shorebase and involved a site visit, presentation, and discussion about the industry.Inspect 3.0 that has been conducted on 14th April is a series of company visit events and in this stewardship, visiting PHE WMO became the third company visit that has been conducted. PHE WMO is a subsidiary of PT Pertamina Hulu Energi (PHE), a subsidiary of PT Pertamina (Persero). PHE WMO primary focus is on exploration and production, but it also has a logistics base in Lamongan, which is crucial for the success of its operations. The PIC of the event Abdulah Abraham Abror explained, company visit this time provided an opportunity for the students to see and visit the shorebase/warehouse under oil and gas-based companies related to the core values of SPE ITS SC. “Through the visit and discussion with the company representative, the students gained insights into the oil and gas industry and how the company worked,” Abror added.More specifically, Abror said this event aims to provide knowledge about the materials used in the oil and gas industry, understand material management and handling processes, as well as introduce students to professions observed in the operating environment. “The event also discussed the end-to-end process of delivery material, including material management and how to handle it safely,” Abror explained.According to Abror, the event started with a safety induction by PHE WMO, followed by an introduction from SPE ITS SC. The opening was then given by PHE WMO, which provided an overview of the company and their role in the shorebase/warehouse. Representative from PHE WMO explained, shorebase management makes remote oil and gas operations more easily managed logistically from nearby ports. Furthermore, the role of shorebase as a support for offshore activities can take the form of a port, warehouse, field, or office.  In upstream oil and gas activities, starting from exploration, production, transportation to the refinery, and selling of oil or gas, shorebase is needed. Equipment such as casing and tubing require a long time to order, so supply chain management planning is needed.  After the introduction, the event proceeded to the site visit. The site visit involved observing the drilling equipment, such as drill bits, various sizes of drill pipes, christmas tree, and other equipments required for drilling process. A discussion of oil and gas from both parties was conducted to exchange knowledge and ideas. “During the visit, the students had the opportunity to ask questions and discuss with the representatives,” Abror added.Quoting one of the participants in the event, said Inspect 3.0 has been a great learning opportunity for me. He has gained valuable knowledge about the oil and gas industry, especially the materials and equipment used in the drilling process. "The visit to the Lamongan Shorebase has given me a real-life experience that cannot be gained through theory alone," he said.The event was successful in achieving its objectives, and the participants gained valuable insights into the oil and gas industry. The event was an excellent opportunity for the students to enhance their knowledge, and it was hoped that it would help them to become more competent professionals in the industry. “This event is expected to strengthen the relationship between SPE ITS SC and the oil and gas companies, including PHE WMO,” Abror concluded. By: Tyara Novia

An investment of US$15 billion has been made by ExxonMobil Corporation to establish a petrochemical refinery and carbon capture and storage (CCS) in Indonesia. This massive commitment of over Rp239 trillion aims to promote sustainable energy in the country by using an advanced technology to capture carbon dioxide (CO2) from industrial sources and store it underground. Carole Gall, President Director of ExxonMobil Indonesia, has underlined the corporation’s commitment in supporting environmental sustainability, including in achieving Indonesia's net-zero emission goals.Indonesia’s Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry, Rosan Roeslani, stated that ExxonMobil’s initiative was inspired by British Petroleum’s (BP) recent US$7 billion investment in the Tangguh Ubadari, Carbon Capture Utilization & Storage (CCUS), and Compression—or Tangguh UCC—project in Bintuni Bay, West Papua. This project is scheduled to start in 2028 and will include the development of the Ubadari gas field, the installation of CCUS and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) at the Vorwata Field, and the improvement of the Tangguh LNG facilities with onshore compressors.While ExxonMobil's investment is twice that of BP's, both efforts share a common goal to cut greenhouse gas emissions and help Indonesia in transitioning to a more sustainable future. By implementing CCUS and EGR technologies, this project represents an important step toward increasing the country’s capacity for clean energy production. As more details of ExxonMobil's plans come to light, all eyes will turn to see how this investment would affect Indonesia's energy future.As the spotlight turns toward the execution of ExxonMobil's plans, this unprecedented investment holds the promise of reshaping Indonesia’s energy landscape. By fostering innovation, reducing environmental impact, and enhancing energy production capacity, ExxonMobil's CCS project could serve as a cornerstone for Indonesia's sustainable energy future. The successful implementation of this initiative will not only reinforce Indonesia's position as a key player in the global energy transition but also inspire other nations to follow suit in prioritizing sustainability and environmental stewardship

Surabaya, SPE ITS SC – PT Elnusa Tbk (IDX: ELSA), an integrated energy services company under Pertamina’s Upstream Subholding, is strengthening its wireline services capabilities through a new technology access program developed in collaboration with SLB.Wireline services are specialized upstream oil and gas operations that use cable-deployed tools to collect subsurface data and perform various well interventions. These services are essential for evaluating reservoir conditions and supporting exploration and production activities.The initiative, called Technology Access Enablement and Delivery to Elnusa, forms part of the company’s 2026 transformation agenda themed “Rediscover Technology & Innovation Edge,” which emphasizes technology-driven service development and operational competitiveness.Through the collaboration, Elnusa will gain access to advanced open hole and cased hole wireline logging tools, enabling the company to expand its service portfolio and address increasingly complex subsurface challenges in upstream operations.Elnusa Director of Operations Andri Haribowo said the program is designed to broaden the scope of the company’s wireline services while strengthening internal capabilities through a structured capacity-building approach.“This collaboration not only opens access to advanced open hole tools, but also enhances Elnusa’s internal competencies and operational capacity. Previously, our services were primarily focused on cased hole logging. With this initiative, we are expanding into advanced open hole logging, creating a more comprehensive service portfolio for our customers,” he said.The cooperation framework will be implemented in phases to ensure effective technology transfer and sustainable capability development. In addition to gaining access to advanced tools, Elnusa aims to strengthen operational procedures and develop internal talent capable of independently operating the technology in the future.The program also marks a new phase of collaboration between Elnusa and PT Schlumberger Geophysics Nusantara, an affiliate of SLB. According to Armando Ballesteros, Director of PT Schlumberger Geophysics Nusantara, the partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting technology transfer and competency development in Indonesia’s upstream services sector.Industry experts note that the adoption of advanced wireline technology is becoming increasingly important as oil and gas reservoirs grow more complex. Advanced subsurface evaluation tools allow operators to better understand reservoir characteristics, improving decision-making while reducing exploration and development risks.Strategic partnerships between local service providers and global technology companies are also seen as a key driver of innovation in the energy sector. Such collaborations can accelerate the adoption of advanced technologies while strengthening domestic technical capabilities.With the launch of the program’s initial phase, Elnusa is positioning itself as a technology-driven upstream service provider, aiming to enhance operational efficiency while supporting the development of Indonesia’s oil and gas industry.Writer: Aura Hammada

Surabaya, SPE ITS SC – PT MedcoEnergi Internasional Tbk, commonly known as MedcoEnergi, is a leading Indonesian company engaged in the Oil & Gas, Power Generation, and Copper & Gold Mining businesses. In the Oil and Gas sector, MedcoEnergi focuses on exploration and production activities, primarily within Indonesia.As of today, Friday, October 24, 2025, the Sustainable Development Report on its official website highlights Indonesia’s progress toward achieving SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy. The report shows that Indonesia is moderately improving, although significant challenges remain. This demonstrates Indonesia’s continuous efforts to achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and its broader vision of realizing Indonesia Emas 2045.On Monday, October 13, 2025, MedcoEnergi announced through an official press release that the company has been reducing its gas fuel consumption to improve operational efficiency and support the national energy transition agenda. Several initiatives have been implemented across its oil and gas assets. One of the key initiatives is the optimization of the Waste Heat Boiler (WHB) operating mode at the Grissik field, Corridor Block, South Sumatra. WHB is a type of boiler that recovers and utilizes residual heat and exhaust gases from production processes that is still have sufficient power to generate steam, in order to improving efficiency and reducing environmental impact. This optimization has successfully reduced carbon emissions by approximately 19,000 tCO₂e per year.Additional optimization efforts have also been carried out at both offshore and onshore sites. At the Natuna Offshore field, MedcoEnergi optimized operations at the Terubuk-Belida facility by rerouting production flow to operate without compressors, resulting in an annual emissions reduction of about 24,000 tCO₂e. Onshore, the company has implemented electrification—the conversion of systems or processes powered by fossil fuels to electricity-based systems—by switching from gas-fueled generators to the national clean power grid (PLN), alongside optimizing operational modes. Electrification helps reduce energy costs, improve energy efficiency, and support the transition to clean and renewable energy.“Fuel gas efficiency and emission reduction are not merely technical targets but integral to MedcoEnergi’s long-term sustainability roadmap. Since 2022, our initiatives have cumulatively reduced fuel gas consumption by around 18 MMscfd. This achievement reflects our commitment to sustainable innovation, operational excellence, and responsible energy development, creating long-term value for stakeholders while reducing our carbon footprint,” said Ronald Gunawan, Director & Chief Operating Officer of MedcoEnergi.This demonstrates that MedcoEnergi, as a major player in the oil and gas industry, is not solely driven by profitability but also operates responsibly, consciously contributing to environmental sustainability starting from within its own operations.Moving forward, MedcoEnergi will continue strengthening its sustainability agenda through both medium and long-term roadmaps, while also implementing new technologies such as the Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC)—a thermodynamic cycle that uses organic fluids instead of water to convert heat into electricity, Steam Turbine Generators which convert steam heat into power, and energy storage systems. These initiatives reaffirm MedcoEnergi’s role as an adaptive and responsible energy company, fully committed to supporting Indonesia’s energy resilience and sustainable future.Writer: Aura Hammada