Pertamina enhances aviation fuel quality control in Bali for mid-year holiday season
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State-owned energy company PT Pertamina is implementing strict quality control measures for aviation fuel distribution in Bali. This initiative aims to support safe flight operations during the anticipated increase in travel for the mid-year holiday season in 2026. Pertamina President Commissioner Mochamad Iriawan emphasized the importance of these measures for aviation safety during an inspection at the Ngurah Rai Aviation Fuel Terminal AFT in Badung District, Bali, on Sunday. The company conducts routine inspections, visual testing, and product specification checks, alongside stringent occupational safety measures for receiving, storing, and distributing fuel to airlines. Iriawan highlighted that the implementation of standard operating procedures prioritizes health, safety, security, and environmental HSSE principles. The Ngurah Rai AFT maintains and guarantees fuel quality for all domestic and international airlines at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport. Ngurah Rai AFT Manager Komang Susila Gosa stated the terminal has a storage capacity of 24,300 kiloliters of aviation fuel, with average daily consumption in Bali around 1,495 kiloliters. Pertamina Vice President of Corporate Communications Muhammad Baron added that infrastructure readiness, adequate fuel supplies, and strict operational standards ensure smooth flight operations and comfortable travel, especially during the holiday season, supporting Bali's tourism and business activities.
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