PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGE) has kicked off a global roadshow to optimize geothermal development through the implementation of Flow2Max, a two-phase flowmeter technology that allows for real-time fluid flow monitoring in geothermal wells. The first site of the roadshow brought the team to the Leyte geothermal field in the Philippines, operated by Energy Development Corporation (EDC).
PGE participated in this event alongside PT Sigma Cipta Utama (SCU), a subsidiary of PT Elnusa Tbk, part of Pertamina Hulu Energi. This visit served as PGE’s effort to expand international collaboration and discuss the potential for the initial implementation of Flow2Max® technology at EDC’s geothermal field. The two parties discussed various technical aspects, including meeting technical requirements, field measurements, and price negotiations, before entering the manufacturing and equipment delivery phase for installation. Initial installation is targeted for June 2026.
Launched in 2024, Flow2Max is the world’s first flow meter capable of providing more reliable, easy, real-time, accurate, flexible, and dependable measurement of two-phase (liquid and vapor) fluid flow. It enables companies to evaluate well performance more regularly, predict production well productivity, and detect technical problems in wells early.
This innovation was developed from doctoral research by PGE’s Production and Operation Excellence Manager, Mohamad Husni Mubarok, Ph.D., while studying at the University of Auckland.
Erlindo Angcoy Jr., Head of Geothermal Technology and Innovation (Subsurface Team) at EDC, welcomed the delegation, expressing interest in the Flow2Max technology as it aligns with EDC’s operational challenges and well performance optimization needs. PGE also shared their experience in managing superheated wells from an operational perspective during the event.
“We are proud to introduce PGE’s innovative superheated steam management technology to one of the world’s largest and most reputable geothermal companies. Furthermore, the Philippines currently ranks third in geothermal capacity globally, after the United States and Indonesia. We hope the implementation of Flow2Max® technology will support operational optimization, increase production efficiency, and strengthen the sustainable management of the EDC reservoir,” said Mohamad Husni Mubarok.
PGE’s Operations, Asset Management & Optimization Manager, Jati Permana Kurniawan, added that PGE and EDC have agreed to continue their strategic collaboration. This will cover technology implementation, knowledge exchange, and the strengthening technical capabilities.
Source: Pertamina Geothermal Energy
