Mid-December, 80 Pertashops Have Been Operating in North Sumatera
Nias, December 16, 2021 - Pertamina Patra Niaga continues to run the Pertamina Shop (Pertashop) development program throughout Indonesia, including Northern Sumatera (Sumbagut). Until mid-December 2021, the construction of Pertashop has reached 80 outlets in North Sumatera (Sumut).
Area Manager of Communication Relations & CSR Sumbagut of PT Pertamina Patra Niaga, Taufikurachman said his party was committed in bringing energy to remote areas, both in urban and rural areas. This contribution and commitment are proven through one of the flagship programs, namely Pertashop.
"Pertashop provides environmentally friendly fuel oil (BBM) products, such as Pertamax. With Pertashop, we have distributed quality fuel to the people in the village," said Taufikurachman, Tuesday (14/12).
He explained that Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional Sumbagut inaugurated another two Pertashops on Nias Island on Monday (13/12). With the presence of this Pertashop, it will be easier for people to get quality fuel products.
"The two Pertashops are located in Orahili Gomo Village, Gomo District, South Nias Regency, and Hilidurawa Village, Sawo District, North Nias Regency. In addition, currently, five Pertashops are in progress," he said.
He admitted that the supply of quality fuel at Pertashop was obtained from the Sibolga Fuel Terminal (FT). Until mid-December 2021, Pertashop development has reached 80 outlets in Sumut, and overall in the Sumbagut area, there are 487 Pertashops. "Especially in Sumut there are 80 Pertashops that have been operating," he added.
At the inauguration of the Pertashop operation, Assistant 3 Regent of South Nias, Ridho Fau, Head of Gomo Police, Johnson Sianipar, and Head of Orahili Gomo Village, Desman Wilyanus Talaumbanua were also present.
"The government of South Nias Regency hereby supports and congratulates on the opening of the first Pertashop in South Nias. We also invite all South Nias people to support Pertamina's programs. The presence of this Pertashop can support the economic development process in South Nias," said Ridho.
Whereas, the Head of Orahili Gomo Village, Desman Wilyanus Talaumbanua expressed his gratitude to Pertamina for presenting Pertashop in Orahili Gomo Village. He hopes that the Pertashop business will continue to grow on Nias Island.
"With the presence of Pertashop, it makes residents easier to get fuel. So far, if we want to buy cheap fuel, we have to travel about three hours, but with Pertashop in our village, of course, in two to five minutes we can get more quality fuel," said Desman.
Meanwhile, the owner of Pertashop in Orahili Gomo, Meimawati Telaumbanua hopes that the Pertashop on Nias Island can help the local community and improve the economy.
"With the presence of Pertashop, it is easier for people to get quality fuel. We hope that this Pertashop can help and improve the community's economy," said Meimawati.
Pertashop prioritizes locations in villages or areas far from petrol stations. For people who want to know more complete information regarding Pertashop, please contact Pertamina Call Center 135.**