Interport Launches New Vessel Sandikala VII to Boost Maritime Logistics

Interport is strengthening Indonesia's national maritime logistics capabilities with the maiden voyage of its latest vessel, the Interport Sandikala VII. This new multi-purpose ship is poised to boost distribution efficiency and bolster the supply chains for the mining, oil, and construction sectors, particularly in regions with limited port infrastructure.

The Interport Sandikala VII embarked on its inaugural journey from Tanjung Perak Port in Surabaya, heading to Balikpapan, with an estimated travel time of four days. This Indonesian-flagged vessel is the first multi-purpose ship, capable of carrying both containers and general cargo, owned by PT Interport Dirandra Syandana (INDIS), a subsidiary of Interport. Its introduction is seen as a strategic logistical solution to address the challenges of cargo distribution across Indonesia's diverse archipelagic waters.

With a deadweight tonnage (DWT) capacity of 1,400 tons, the ship offers flexible cargo space. It can accommodate up to 107 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) if fully utilized for containers or transport up to 1,200 tons of breakbulk cargo. The vessel has received technical certification from PT Biro Klasifikasi Indonesia (Persero), ensuring its seaworthiness and compliance.

Yusuf Indrawarman, Director of INDIS, highlighted the significance of the maiden voyage as a strategic step in expanding national logistics services. He stated that the Interport Sandikala VII is designed to serve areas difficult for conventional cargo ships to reach, especially catering to the needs of the mining industry which requires more flexible and reliable logistics solutions.

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The maiden voyage of Interport Sandikala VII is a proud moment for us. This ship is here to meet operational needs in hard-to-reach areas, especially for the mining industry that requires more flexible and reliable logistics solutions.