Eko Lumadyo, managing director of Neptune’s Indonesian business
Neptune targets Indonesian growth
The company is focused on increasing throughput at its Jangkrik FPU but is keen to consider fresh opportunities
UK-headquartered Neptune Energy is seeking to raise its gas production in Indonesia, says Eko Lumadyo, managing director of the firm’s local business, although he adds the country may struggle to reverse the overall decline in its output. Indonesia’s bureaucracy can be challenging to navigate, particularly compared with some neighbouring countries, admits Lumadyo. That is especially the case for the developers of onshore projects, which must deal with overlapping regulators and authorities from the central and regional governments as well as engage with local communities. Offshore projects, on the other hand, face fewer complications, as those more than 12 miles from the coast are handled di
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