JAKARTA — Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Minister Bahlil Lahadalia officially inaugurated Mawardi Nur, SE as the Head of the Aceh Oil and Gas Management Agency (BPMA) at the Ministry of ESDM Office in Jakarta on Wednesday (5/8/2026). This inauguration marks a new chapter in leadership for the agency responsible for managing oil and natural gas resources within Aceh's jurisdiction.
The swearing-in ceremony was conducted solemnly and attended by high-ranking officials from the Ministry of ESDM as well as relevant stakeholders. The appointment is expected to drive the accelerated, optimal, and sustainable management of oil and gas potential in the "Veranda of Mecca."
Official Inauguration at the Ministry of ESDM
The inauguration ceremony, led directly by ESDM Minister Bahlil Lahadalia, underscores the critical role of BPMA in overseeing energy governance in the Aceh region. As a non-structural government agency established under a Government Regulation, BPMA plays a crucial role in supervising and controlling upstream oil and gas business activities.
During the proceedings, Mawardi Nur officially assumed leadership after completing a selection and appointment process. His presence at the helm of BPMA is expected to strengthen coordination between the central and regional governments in exploring and producing local energy resources.
Commitment to Integrity and Regional Synergy
Following the inauguration in Jakarta, Mawardi Nur expressed deep gratitude and appreciation for the immense trust placed in him by the central government through the Ministry of ESDM.
"Alhamdulillah, I express my gratitude for the trust given to me. I will carry out this mandate with full integrity and responsibility. I am ready to build synergy with all stakeholders in the upstream oil and gas sector for the progress of Aceh," said Mawardi Nur, SE, Head of the Aceh Oil and Gas Management Agency (BPMA).
This commitment highlights the primary focus of his leadership moving forward: prioritizing transparency and accountability in guiding the management agency. He emphasized that cooperation with various parties, including regional governments, upstream oil and gas industry players, and local communities, remains the main key to achieving BPMA's operational targets.
Strengthening Aceh's Upstream Oil and Gas Sector
The appointment of the new Head of BPMA is expected to provide a positive boost to the investment climate in Aceh's energy sector. BPMA carries a major responsibility to ensure that the utilization of natural resources yields direct economic impacts for the region's progress and the welfare of the local community.
Strategic steps will be immediately drawn up by BPMA's new management in response to current upstream oil and gas industry challenges. Through stronger synergy with the Ministry of ESDM, BPMA under Mawardi Nur's leadership is committed to accelerating the exploration of new oil and gas potential while maintaining the stability of ongoing production in the Aceh region.
Reference source: Waspadaaceh – Minister of ESDM Bahlil Swears In Mawardi Nur as Head of Aceh Oil and Gas Management Agency
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