TONUS (Terminal Operating System Nusantara) or TOS Nusantara has been going live in Palembang Port (container terminal TPK Palembang) since December 11, 2023. Port users appreciate it but call for contingency plan in case of trouble, thus loading unloading activities as well as receiving and delivery will not stop for longer if the system is…
Indonesia’s maritime identity is undeniable, but Supply Chain Indonesia (SCI) CEO Setijadi believes amplifying land connectivity through strategic toll road development is crucial for national progress. This focus on hinterland transport holds immense potential to unleash economic growth and elevate Indonesia’s global standing. Setijadi, underscored the pivotal role of toll road construction in amplifying connectivity…
Indonesia National Shipowners’ Association Chapter Jakarta (INSA Jaya), in cooperation with Directorate General of Customs and Excise at the Ministry of Finance, hosted workshop on CEISA (Centralized Integrated Inter-Connected Automated) 4.0. The workshop taking place for two days (December 18-19, 2023) at Sunlake Hotel Jakarta is addressed for shipping lines and shipping agents homebased in…
On the sideline of its 18th General Meeting (RUA XVIII), Indonesia National Shipowners Association (INSA) inaugurated the executive boards of 12 regional chapters DPC. INSA Chairwoman Carmelita Hartoto directly led the inauguration process. The 12 DPCs include Medan (North Sumatera), Dumai, Padang (West Sumatera), Bengkuku, Tanjung Balai Karimun, Cirebon, Gresik, Balikpapn, Kota Waringin Barat, Denpasar,…
In a significant move towards sustainability and corporate responsibility, ECU Worldwide, a subsidiary of Allcargo Logistics, has launched its latest ESG report for FY 2022-23 under the banner ‘Navigating the Green Horizon.’ The report underscores ECU Worldwide’s ambitious commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by the year 2040. Beyond this environmental pledge, the company is laying…
Carmelita Hartoto, the Chairperson of the Central Board of the Indonesia National Shipowners Association (INSA), passionately rallied maritime industry players and government officials to forge a collaborative path toward realizing the vision of an advanced Indonesia. This call to action resonated during the 18th General Meeting of Members (RUA) held in Surabaya on Friday, December…
‘CAAIP (Corps Alumni Akademi Ilmu Pelayaran – Corps of Alumni of Merchant Marine Academy) is expected to become a ‘think tank’ for Indonesia maritime growth’, Iko Johansyah said his vision after he was elected as the chairman of the corps for 2023-2027 period. Iko, from the class of 37 of the Academy – now known…
Addressing the need for enhanced performance in Indonesia’s vital logistics sector, the 7th National Congress of the Indonesian Logistics and Forwarder Association (ALFI/ILFA) convened in Jakarta on December 11, 2023. Under the theme “Optimizing the Role of ALFI/ILFA to Improve Logistics Performance and Investment Towards Indonesia’s Golden Age 2045,” the congress brought together key stakeholders…
Malaysia’s Transport Minister, Anthony Loke, has emphasized the imperative need for ongoing initiatives to strengthen the country’s competitive edge in ports and logistics services. With a focus on attracting increased trade flow into Malaysia, Minister Loke highlighted the importance of continuous improvement in these services to allure larger investments, especially in the face of regional…
Leading ocean carriers operating on the Asia-Europe trade lane, including Hapag-Lloyd and CMA CGM, have jointly declared a final attempt to increase rates on the challenging route in the upcoming year. Hapag-Lloyd has officially raised its FAK (freight all kinds) Asia-North Europe 40ft rate to $3,000, effective January 1, 2024. Despite this effort, the carriers…
