Pertamina and Hyundai Motor to develop hydrogen ecosystem in Indonesia

In a strategic move to accelerate Indonesia’s energy transition, Pertamina has partnered with Hyundai Motor Asia Pacific to develop the hydrogen ecosystem in the country. This collaboration underscores Pertamina’s commitment to supporting Indonesia’s goal of achieving Net Zero Emissions by 2060.

Salyadi Dariah Saputra, director of Strategy, Portfolio, and Business Development at Pertamina, revealed that the company has identified 17 potential hydrogen supply sources across Indonesia, from Sumatra to Papua. Additionally, Pertamina is advancing a green hydrogen pilot project in the Ulubelu geothermal area, aiming to produce 100 kg of green hydrogen per day.

“The hydrogen development will become one of our future clean energy business portfolios and has the potential to position Indonesia as a key player in the region,” Saputra said.

On the downstream front, Pertamina is also constructing Indonesia’s first integrated energy refueling station in Daan Mogot, West Jakarta. This pilot station will offer gasoline, gas, and hydrogen, positioning Indonesia as a potential leader in clean energy within the region.

Hyundai Motor Company, represented by Sunny Kim, president of Hyundai Motor Asia Pacific Headquarters, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership. With more than two decades of experience in hydrogen technology, Hyundai aims to work with Pertamina to advance hydrogen use in Indonesia’s transportation sector.

“We look forward to achieving a sustainable future and contributing to the energy transition in the region together,” Kim said.

The agreement between Pertamina and Hyundai Motor Company was formalised in a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed on May 30, 2024. This partnership is expected to be a significant step towards decarbonising the transportation sector and promoting clean energy in Indonesia.