PT Elnusa Petrofin (EPN), a subsidiary of PT Elnusa Tbk (ELSA), for the first time held the Pena Petrofin Awards 2025 Awarding Ceremony in Jakarta on Wednesday (09/10). This inaugural event marks a historic milestone for Elnusa Petrofin in strengthening synergy with the press while recognizing journalistic works that play a vital role in voicing energy distribution, workplace safety, sustainability (ESG), and the inspiring stories of energy frontliners in the field.
Carrying the theme “The Journey of Energy Distribution for a Sustainable Nation”, the event successfully attracted hundreds of journalists from across the country. Submitted works highlighted the journey of energy from upstream to downstream, showcasing perspectives ranging from technology and operations to the human values behind them. A rigorous judging process narrowed down hundreds of submissions into dozens of outstanding works, then to 10 finalists, before finally selecting three winners in each category.
Director of Administration and Finance of PT Elnusa Petrofin, Yogi Firdaus, expressed his appreciation to participating journalists. “The first-ever Pena Petrofin Awards is our way of recognizing journalists who have supported Elnusa Petrofin, as part of Pertamina Group, in safeguarding national energy resilience. The awards are a tribute to the press for their active role in voicing key issues around energy, downstream oil & gas logistics, workplace safety, ESG, and the strategic role of Elnusa Petrofin in running responsible and sustainable business operations. The presence of your journalistic works has greatly contributed to maintaining Elnusa Petrofin’s positive image and reputation in the public eye.”
The judging process was conducted strictly by a panel of competent judges, including Setri Yasra, Editor-in-Chief of Tempo; Ismoko Widjaya, Head of Organization & Membership of the Indonesian Cyber Media Association (AMSI); and Putiarsa Bagus Wibowo, Corporate Communication & Relations Manager of Elnusa Petrofin. Evaluation was based on originality, depth of analysis, contribution to the public, and relevance to energy distribution and sustainability issues.
“The Pena Petrofin Awards prove that collaboration between business and media can create a healthy space for appreciation. From the hundreds of entries, we saw extraordinary quality — from field reports to in-depth analyses. The energy written by journalists is not just about fuel, but also about people, struggles, and sustainability,” said Ismoko Widjaya in his remarks.
Winners of the Pena Petrofin Awards 2025
After the judging process, here are the winners of the Pena Petrofin Awards 2025:
Business Category
- Delivering Energy, Sustaining Hope at Ujung Batu — Vera Lusiana, ANTARA News Riau
- Elnusa Petrofin’s Acceleration in Safeguarding Energy Distribution: Digitalization Implemented, Tank Truck Drivers Supported — Firmauli Sihaloho, Tribun Pekanbaru
- Elnusa Petrofin’s Pit Stop: A Valuable Break for Tank Truck Drivers During Energy Distribution — Truly Okto, Tribun Medan
Non-Business Category
- The Story of Elnusa Petrofin’s Tank Truck Drivers Reaching Remote Areas in Jambi Province: Battling Muddy Roads to Keep Energy Flowing — Pirma Satria, Jambi Ekspres
- When Bang Malik Safeguards the Lifeline of Energy for the Nation — Arianda Tanjung, Waspada Online
- Carrying Out the Trust of Delivering Fuel to Remote Areas, A Tank Truck Driver Earns an Umrah Ticket — Siri Antoni, ANTARA News Jambi
“As this is our first time holding the event, there are certainly many aspects we need to improve. However, we believe that through the high enthusiasm and participation of the media, the Pena Petrofin Awards will continue to grow and improve in the years ahead. We extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation to all journalists and media outlets who took part. We hope that the strong and strategic relationship between Elnusa Petrofin and the media will continue to grow, creating a positive and thriving business ecosystem,” added Yogi Firdaus.
More than just a competition, the Pena Petrofin Awards 2025 serve as a collaborative platform between companies and the media. Through the journalistic works produced, the public is encouraged to better understand the role of energy distribution in maintaining national resilience, as well as the importance of innovation and sustainability in the energy sector.
This inaugural event marks the beginning of what will continue to be held in the years to come. The event is expected to strengthen long-term synergy with the press, while reaffirming Elnusa Petrofin’s commitment to safeguarding sustainable national energy resilience. Elnusa Petrofin is committed to making the Pena Petrofin Awards not only a platform to appreciate journalistic works, but also a symbol of sustainable synergy with the mass media.