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April 2026

KPB’s Geo-Stone Column Wins Award in Geneva, Saving Up to Rp53 Billion

An innovation by an officer at PT Kilang Pertamina Balikpapan (KPB) has once again demonstrated tangible results. Through Geo-Stone Column technology, KPB has successfully saved up to Rp53 billion in construction costs while simultaneously enhancing the safety and reliability of field projects. This innovation received global recognition by winning a...

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March 2026

Spreading Ramadan Warmth: KPB Distributes 3,300 Iftar Packages to Workers on the Balikpapan and Lawe-Lawe RDMP Projects

PT Kilang Pertamina Balikpapan (KPB) distributed 3,300 iftar packages to project workers in the Balikpapan and Lawe-Lawe RDMP areas through the Energizing Iftar On The Site program. This initiative is part of the company’s efforts to foster a sense of togetherness during the final phase of project completion and ongoing...

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March 2026

KPB Strengthens the Spirit of Ramadan Through Social Care and Aid for the Community

In the spirit of sharing during the holy month of Ramadan, PT Kilang Pertamina Balikpapan (KPB) once again held the “Energizing New Fitrah” event as part of the “Energizing Our Iman” program series, which this year carries the theme “Energy to Move Forward with Hope.” The event, held at the...

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March 2026

Smiles of Orphans and the Needy Brighten the BERLEBARAN Program; KPB Brings Joy Ahead of Eid al-Fitr 1447H

Happy smiles lit up the children’s faces as they chose the Eid outfits they wanted at a shopping center in Balikpapan on Monday (March 9). This simple moment brought special joy to orphans and the underprivileged as they prepared to celebrate Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijri. This joy was brought about...

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March 2026

KPB Officially Concludes the 2026 National Occupational Safety and Health Month, Strengthening Safety Culture at the Balikpapan RDMP Project

PT Kilang Pertamina Balikpapan (KPB) concluded the 2026 National Occupational Safety and Health Month (BK3N) series with a safety seminar that reaffirmed the company’s commitment to strengthening the HSSE culture in the workplace, particularly in support of the Balikpapan Refinery Development Master Plan (RDMP) National Strategic Project (PSN). Under the...

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March 2026

Facing Global Energy Challenges, Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs Inspects Balikpapan RDMP and Emphasizes Strengthening Security at National Critical Infrastructure

The Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs (Menkopolkam) of the Republic of Indonesia, Djamari Chaniago, personally inspected the operational readiness of the Balikpapan Refinery Development Master Plan (RDMP) National Strategic Project on Tuesday (3/3) to ensure the strengthening of national energy security amid global geopolitical dynamics and increased energy...

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February 2026

Ensuring Energy Supply Readiness, BPH Migas Conducts On-Site Monitoring of Balikpapan RDMP

Ahead of the increased energy demand during Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr 2026, supply readiness is a top priority for the government. To ensure that supply remains stable and downstream oil and gas infrastructure is ready to handle the high-consumption period, the Downstream Oil and Gas Regulatory Agency (BPH Migas) conducted...

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February 2026

Stay Fit and Productive with Ade Rai: KPB Promotes a Healthy Lifestyle During Ramadan

The Ramadan season presents a unique challenge for the workplace, particularly on projects with high levels of complexity and risk. Changes in sleep patterns, nutritional intake, and activity rhythms have the potential to affect workers’ stamina and concentration, leading to increased workplace risks. In response, PT Kilang Pertamina Balikpapan (KPB)...

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February 2026

Stay Fit & Productive with Ade Rai: KPB Promotes a Healthy Lifestyle During Ramadan

The Ramadan season presents a unique challenge for the workplace, particularly on projects with high levels of complexity and risk. Changes in sleep patterns, nutritional intake, and activity rhythms have the potential to affect workers’ stamina and concentration, leading to increased workplace risks. In response, PT Kilang Pertamina Balikpapan (KPB)...

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February 2026

Warmly Welcoming Ramadan 1447H, KPB Once Again Presents “Energizing Our Iman” to Bring Blessings

In anticipation of the holy month of Ramadan 1447 Hijri, PT Kilang Pertamina Balikpapan (KPB) is once again presenting a series of Ramadan programs titled “Energizing Our Iman.” This program, which has been running since 2023, is part of the company’s commitment to providing energy that not only holds economic...

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February 2026

Balikpapan RDMP’s Power Grid Officially 100% Operational; Integrated System Ready to Support Strategic Unit Operations

The Balikpapan Refinery Development Master Plan (RDMP) project has reached another significant milestone with the achievement of 100 percent energization of all substations (SS) or electrical distribution systems within the project area. This milestone was marked by management’s review of the reliability of the power supply, including at Substation SS-106—the...

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February 2026

KPB strengthens inclusiveness through Office Administration Training for people with disabilities

a total of 15 people with disabilities of productive age attended Office Administration Training held by PT Pelangi Pertamina Balikpapan (KPB) with PT Pertamina Patra Niaga (PPN) Balikpapan Unit in collaboration with the Indonesian women with Disabilities Association (HWDI) Balikpapan City on February 11-15, 2026 at Banua Patra Balikpapan. This...

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