Pertamina Controls Dumai Refinery Fire Ensuring Northern Sumatra Fuel Supply

A significant fire and explosion occurred at Pertamina's Dumai Refinery Unit II in Riau, Indonesia, on the night of October 1, 2025, causing panic among nearby residents but no reported casualties. Emergency teams, including Pertamina's internal firefighting squad and local fire agencies, quickly contained the blaze by around 11:30 p.m., preventing disruption to the refinery's main operations. Despite the incident, Pertamina assured that fuel supplies, including gasoline, gasoil, and jet fuel, remain stable and uninterrupted in northern Sumatra and other affected regions, with support from other refineries across Indonesia to ensure continuous distribution. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, highlighting ongoing safety concerns due to recent multiple fires and accidents at Pertamina facilities. The Dumai refinery, Indonesia's third-largest with a capacity of 170,000 barrels per day, produces a range of products including aviation turbine fuel and diesel oil, making it a critical infrastructure for national fuel supply. Authorities coordinated to manage evacuation, traffic, and public safety during the emergency, emphasizing the importance of preventive measures for future incidents.