Indonesia has reduced its pipeline natural gas exports to Singapore by about 9%, effective Saturday, October 24, 2026. The country cut 31 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscfd) of gas, with 15 mmscfd from Natuna and 16 mmscfd from Sumatra. The move aims to redirect supply to meet domestic electricity needs in Batam, Bintan, and Sumatra, following a recent 16-hour blackout in the region.
SKK Migas chairman Djoko Siswanto confirmed the reduction, stating that the gas is being rerouted to safeguard domestic energy reliability. Indonesia’s energy minister Bahlil Lahadalia had previously emphasized prioritizing natural resources for domestic use and reviewing contracts to ensure energy security.
Singapore’s Energy Market Authority (EMA) acknowledged the reduction, noting it amounts to 17 billion British thermal units (bbtud) over 18 days, which is less than 2% of Singapore’s total daily gas demand of over 1,000 bbtud. The EMA stated that importers will pursue contractual recourse for the supply disruption and that state gas buyer GasCo is prepared to import more liquefied natural gas (LNG) if needed.
Singapore relies on natural gas for up to 95% of its electricity generation, making the supply disruption a significant development. The EMA assured that the country has sufficient energy supplies to meet national demand.