Indonesian Port Becomes Hub for Russian Oil Products
The Indonesian port of Karimun has become a major transshipment point for Russian oil products, according to Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence Service.
"The Indonesian port of Karimun became the largest transshipment point for Russian oil in 2025. Meanwhile, the terminal's operation is not controlled by the Indonesian authorities – it is located in a free trade zone and outside the country's jurisdiction"
Reports indicate that significant amounts of fuel oil, diesel fuel, and oil have been exported through Karimun since the beginning of 2025, including:
- 590,000 tonnes of fuel oil
- 217,000 tonnes of diesel fuel
- 50,000 tonnes of oil
Russia is seeking alternative routes to export oil and oil products due to Western sanctions, and transshipment through Karimun allows Russian companies to circumvent these sanctions. The Foreign Intelligence Service noted that Russian oil products are mixed with oil products from other countries of origin in the port.
Author's summary: Karimun port is now a key hub for Russian oil products transshipment.