State-owned fertilizer producer Pupuk Indonesia’s subsidiary Pupuk Kalimantan Timur (Pupuk Kaltim) has issued a fresh urea sales tender in the international market. The company is offering 45,000 tonnes of granular urea in bulk for shipment in March 2026.
The tender was announced today and is expected to attract strong interest from global traders and importers. Southeast Asian supply remains a key benchmark for urea pricing across major agricultural markets.
Tender Closing and Bid Validity
According to market sources, the tender will close on 25 February 2026. Bidders must keep their offers valid until 27 February 2026. This short validity window suggests that Pupuk Kaltim aims for quick price discovery amid fluctuating urea demand.
Market Impact
The tender comes at a time when urea trade activity is gradually improving ahead of seasonal demand. Buyers in South Asia, including India, are actively monitoring Southeast Asian offers for pricing cues. As a result, the Pupuk Kaltim tender could influence near-term urea benchmarks.
Indonesia remains a key exporter of granular urea. Therefore, each Pupuk Kaltim tender provides valuable insight into regional supply dynamics and freight-adjusted pricing trends.
Outlook
Market participants will closely watch the tender outcome for indications of buyer appetite and price direction. If demand proves strong, it could support urea prices in Asia. Conversely, weak participation may pressure regional offers in the short term.
Sources; Argus