Legal Study Analysis of Development of Mini Fuel Terminals in Talaud Islands District, Indonesia

Abstract

The need for fuel oil is extremely high, particularly in developing areas, such as the Talaud Islands Regency, which is a subdivision of the Sangihe Islands Regency. Because fuel oil is frequently scarce and expensive in the Talaud Islands Regency, a fuel terminal is required to ensure the accuracy and speed of distribution to the location. As a result, a mini fuel oil terminal is required, but it must adhere to existing requirements that are constructed legally. This study used polling which is the technique used to get information. Polling is a technique that use samples to ascertain respondents' attitudes or beliefs. Polls are used to gather information about a phenomenon. In this example, the information sought is the community's attitude, perspectives, and beliefs concerning evolving issues. Face-to-face interviews (personal interviews) and field observations were used to collect data, with researchers communicating directly with members of the surrounding community, Pertamina parties, the Regional Government, and the landowner of the terminal building site. According to the study's findings, and in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding between PT. Pertamina and the Regional Government of the Talaud Islands Regency, SP-037/R0000/2020-50 On November 13, 2020, the construction of the Oil Fuel Terminal is legally viable to operate or can be built by meeting the licensing conditions for the Construction of a Mini Fuel Oil Terminal.