Pertamina Pride confirmed cross Strait of Hormuz

hartono · Jul 9, 2026

Pertamina Pride confirmed cross Strait of Hormuz

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The very large crude carrier (VLCC) tanker of Pertamina Pride. (ANTARA/HO-Pertamina)

Karawang, West Java (ANTARA) - PT Pertamina International Shipping (PIS) announced their very large crude carrier (VLCC) tanker of Pertamina Pride has successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz safely.

"Following the success of the Gamsunoro tanker, the Pertamina Pride also exited the Arabian Gulf and crossed the Strait of Hormuz last night. Two PIS' vessels, stuck since March, can resume their voyages and operate as usual," PIS Acting Corporate Secretary Vega Pita informed on Thursday.

Pertamina Pride tanker began sailing on Tuesday (July 7) at 1:00 p.m. of Dubai time (or 4:00 p.m. of Western Indonesian Time) and successfully crossed the critical area and the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday (July 8) at 12:15 a.m. of Indonesian time.

This achievement also reflects the effectiveness of PIS' risk mitigation and operational monitoring in ensuring safe shipping operations amid regional dynamics, Vega said.

"We express our appreciation to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Indonesian Embassy in Tehran, and all parties for their support thus far," she continued.

Similar to Gamsunoro, Pertamina Pride's transit through the Strait of Hormuz underwent extensive discussions and thorough risk assessments, with dozens of operational requirements fulfilled beforehand.

After thorough evaluations covering insurance, technical and operational readiness, security, and crew preparedness; the vessel then was cleared to depart from the Arabian Gulf.

Vega explained the ship was monitored around the clock during the voyage, while the crew member continuously coordinated with the onshore team stationed at the PIS crisis center to ensure a safe voyage.

According to her, the entire Pertamina Pride crew was declared safe.

The tanker, with a capacity of 2 million barrels of crude oil, is now en route to Cilacap, Central Java, Indonesia, to deliver and maintain national energy security. Pertamina Pride is expected to complete a 15-day voyage and arrive in Indonesia on July 23.

Vega noted that PIS remains committed to closely tracking security developments in international shipping lanes and working with various stakeholders to safeguard its crews, protect cargo, and maintain the smooth flow of national energy distribution.

"PIS expresses its gratitude for the prayers, support, and concern from the entire community and stakeholders, which made it possible for the two ships—Gamsunoro and Pertamina Pride—to sail out of the Strait of Hormuz," she remarked.