OREANDA-NEWS. January 16, 2014. Based on observation of current condition since price increment of 12-kilogram non-subsidized LPG, Pertamina will deliver additional 3-kilogram subsidized LPG supply to anticipate any additional demand from the possibility of buyer migration from 12-kilogram non-subsidized LPG to consume 3-kilogram subsidized LPG.
 
Banners announcing the new standard prices have been put up today at all agents that sell 12-kilogram non-subsidized LPG. It will be broaden to agents of 3-kilogram subsidized LPG. With the announcement widely communicated, the possibility of price disturbance can be minimized.
 
Besides, Pertamina will also maximize fuel stations (SPBUs) as the selling points for 3-kilogram subsidized LPG and 12-kilogram non-subsidized LPG. As such, the public will find it easier to buy LPG nearby in their own regions. If needed, Pertamina is also ready to conduct market operation.
 
In the effort to prevent LPG stock hoarding and LPG illegal mixing, Pertamina will conduct joint-operation with the police forces across Indonesia. If an agent is found out selling LPG above the regulations stated by Pertamina, or hoarding, or illegally mixing the LPG, Pertamina will put heavier sanction in the form of immediate cease of partnership.