SKK Migas and Tangguh LNG help improve salted fish quality in Weriagar

Weriagar District, Teluk Bintuni Regency, Papua Barat Province – Tangguh LNG and SKK Migas held a training session in Weriagar District to help improve the quality and packaging of salted fish, a key local product. The training, which took place on 5 November 2024, involved 62 participants from six villages who are part of the "Popatira" business group. The goal was to boost the quality of the product and strengthen the local salted fish industry.

“This training shows bp Indonesia's commitment to supporting the local economy and improving the lives of people around our operations. By helping improve the quality of salted fish, we’re making these products more competitive and supporting the long-term economic growth of Papua Barat,” said Samuk Konyorah, social performance and delivery manager at bp Indonesia.

During the event, Tangguh LNG also provided business equipment to the leader of the Popatira group, Mama Cornelia Bauw.

The session took place at Mogotira Village Hall and was opened by the Head of Weriagar District, Ibrahim Patiran. He appreciated the initiative, saying, “Weriagar has great potential in fisheries, and it’s important to use this to improve the community's economy. Support like this from Tangguh LNG is vital for creating positive changes.”

Facilitated by Tangguh LNG’s Fachmy Masiwan Tkuwain, the training focused on ensuring consistent quality and proper packaging for the salted fish products. “By setting clear standards, the Popatira group can ensure high-quality products that are more competitive in the market,” he explained.

Participants also learned how to calculate production costs to set fair and profitable prices.

The participants were very enthusiastic about the programme. Mama Wati Braweri, a member of the Popatira group, said, “We’re very happy to have this training, especially for us mothers in Weriagar. We hope programmes like this will continue.” Another participant, Mama Yuliance Patiran, added that the training taught her how to produce better-quality salted fish and set the right selling prices.

As a next step, Tangguh LNG plans to provide further support, including helping the group strengthen their businesses, manage finances, obtain permits, and expand their market to other areas like Bintuni, Sorong, Manokwari, and Fakfak.

Editor’s Notes:

Tangguh LNG is Indonesia's largest gas producer, contributing 35% of the country’s natural gas production. Operating since 2009, Tangguh includes offshore gas production facilities that supply three liquefaction trains, each with a capacity of 3.8 million metric tons per year (mtpa). Tangguh is operated by BP Berau Ltd. on behalf of its production-sharing contract partners under SKK Migas oversight.

Since 2005, Tangguh has invested over US$50 million in community empowerment programmes in Teluk Bintuni, where it operates. These programmes span health and education, livelihood and entrepreneurship development for indigenous communities, and environmental sustainability and biodiversity initiatives. bp is committed to being a responsible neighbor to the communities where it operates.

Further information

bp Indonesia Office: +62 21 7854 8743, wigra.hanafiah@bp.com