Pertamina, Halliburton target unconventional fracturing expansion in Indonesia
HOUSTON (WO) — PT Pertamina (Persero) and Halliburton have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at advancing unconventional well construction and stimulation technologies across Indonesia’s onshore fields.
The agreement outlines plans to evaluate multi-stage hydraulic fracturing, acid stimulation and advanced cementing services, along with the potential use of closed-loop automation and artificial intelligence to enhance drilling and fracturing performance.
The companies said the collaboration is designed to help revitalize mature upstream assets and support Indonesia’s domestic oil and gas production goals. The effort focuses on improving well productivity and recovery rates in selected fields through the application of integrated unconventional techniques.
“The cooperation forms an integral part of Pertamina’s sustainable transformation of upstream production, increasing national lifting and ensuring reliable energy supply. With the support of advanced technology and global expertise, we are confident that mature fields can be revitalized and optimized to unlock their full potential, enabling the fields to, once again, be productive and contribute to national energy production.”
Simon A. Mantiri, President Director of PT Pertamina
Halliburton said the agreement builds on its unconventional completions portfolio in the Asia Pacific region and reflects growing interest in applying North American-style fracturing and stimulation practices to Southeast Asian reservoirs.
“Halliburton integrates proven unconventional methodologies with localized reservoir insights to improve performance, strengthen local capabilities, and deliver technology-based solutions that maximize asset value for our customers,” said Martin White, senior vice president, Asia Pacific, Halliburton. “Our team brings global experience to local field operations to improve stimulation effectiveness and optimize production.”
The MOU signals continued momentum for unconventional development strategies in Indonesia, where operators are looking to apply advanced completion designs and digital tools to improve output from aging and technically complex reservoirs.
