The government together with the House of Representatives (DPR) are closely monitoring the process of transitioning the Rokan Block from PT Chevron Pacific Indonesia (CPI) to PT Pertamina (Persero) in August 2021. Management of one of the largest oil blocks in Indonesia is expected to maintain production and provide great benefits. for the people of Riau and Indonesia in general.
The Director-General of Oil and Gas, Tutuka Ariadji, expressed his support for the management transfer process facilitated by the Upstream Oil and Gas Special Task Force (SKK Migas) in accordance with the prevailing regulations.
"I hope that the Rokan Block production can be maintained, even increased. "We have identified other potentials in the Rokan Block that have not been developed by PT CPI and are a hope for an increase in oil and gas production in the future," said Tutuka before visiting the Minas Field at Balai Serindit, Pekanbaru City.
Commission VII in the field of energy, the House of Representatives (DPR) Alex Noerdin, who leads the Oil and Gas Working Committee between the Government and the DPR, emphasized that the transfer of management is proceeding smoothly.
"God willing, the transfer of management of the Rokan Block will run smoothly, and most importantly it will provide great benefits for the people of Riau and this republic," said Alex.
With this transfer of management, it is hoped that it can increase regional income and the standard of living of the community. Alex also asked the Riau Regional Government to be involved in the Rokan Block Management Transfer Team.
Riau Governor Syamsuar hopes that oil and gas production from the Rokan Block can be maximized because this regional income is very dependent on oil and gas revenue sharing.
"For example, the oil and gas revenue sharing is modest, we are in trouble. Meanwhile, on the other hand, the development of oil and gas infrastructure, such as roads which are the responsibility of the provincial government, has not been completed, "he said.
For this reason, the Riau Regional Government strongly supports the smooth management of the Rokan Block and is committed to facilitating and maintaining a safe and conducive situation in the transition to Pertamina. Syamsuar stated the readiness of BUMD and local companies in business-to-business cooperation and as vendors or contractors in all sectors, both operators and supporters.
"We also emphasize on PHR to conduct information disclosure for Pertamina's workforce needs," he said.
He also emphasized that the Riau Regional Government is ready to help facilitate licensing during this transition of management transfer. Deputy for Planning of SKK Migas Jaffe Suardin explained, to hold back the decline rate of oil and gas production in the Rokan Block, drilling investment has been carried out since January 2021.
The Rokan Block definite work commitment for 2021-2026 is US $ 500,000,000, consisting of an exploration program of US $ 142.3 million and the exploitation program (EOR) of US $ 357.7 million. The current progress of managing the Rokan Block related to technical and operational data migration has reached 80%.
Meanwhile, the Chemical EOR has reached 50%, where CPI and PHR continue to work together in accelerating data transfer, conversion models, solving issue surfactants, and reinstatement SFT-2 facilities. For contract management, the progress has reached 60% where 236 of the total 393 existing contracts have been mirrored. Procurement of rig and material for 115 wells reached 100%, while 77 wells reached 10%.
Regarding employment, 70% has been completed where an agreement has been reached for the transfer of employees between PT CPI and PHR. PHR will also continue its social and environmental responsibility programs. This program is prioritized to increase the independence of the Riau people in the fields of education, economy, and environmental conservation. Program planning will involve local governments.
Investor Daily, Page-10, Monday, March 15, 2021
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