PT Indonesia Kendaraan Terminal Tbk (IPCC) said it plans to expand storage facilities at its Semayang Satellite Terminal in Balikpapan, aiming to support rising logistics demand linked to Indonesia’s planned capital city relocation.
The expansion comes amid a sharp increase in vehicle traffic and ship calls at the port, reinforcing Semayang’s role as a strategic gateway for distribution to the future capital, known as Ibu Kota Nusantara (IKN).
“This port will be a vital link in the supply chain supporting infrastructure and mobility in and around the new capital,” IPCC Director of Operations and Engineering Bagus Dwipoyono said in a statement following a management walkthrough this week.
Traffic Surge Boosts Port Performance
Between January and August 2025, Semayang Terminal recorded 564 ship visits, up 18% from the same period a year earlier, IPCC data showed. The number of vehicles processed at the terminal surged 35% year-on-year to 163,595 units.
Breakdown of cargo included: 52,885 completely built-up (CBU) vehicles; 4,536 units of heavy equipment; 59,218 buses and trucks; and 30,949 general cargo packages.
The uptick has prompted IPCC to prioritize Semayang in its infrastructure and service upgrade plans, officials said.
Strategic Push: Infrastructure, Digitization and HR
During the site visit, which included inspections of loading and unloading operations, port infrastructure, and human resource readiness, management outlined several key development areas. These include increasing the yard’s storage capacity, implementing a digital auto-gate system, and adding support facilities such as rest areas for female workers.
“IPCC is committed to delivering high-quality services through reliable human capital and operational transformation,” Dwipoyono said.
Semayang currently contributes the largest portion of revenue among IPCC’s satellite terminals.
Toll Road Nears Completion, Enhancing Connectivity
The company’s Management Walkthrough was led by IPCC President Commissioner M. Said Bakhri, joined by independent commissioners and senior leadership. The team also met with staff and assessed preparedness to accommodate expected growth in vehicle flow following the opening of the Balikpapan–IKN toll road, which is nearing completion.
“The new toll road will significantly cut travel time and boost logistics efficiency. IPCC plays a central role in supporting vehicle distribution to and from IKN,” Bakhri said.
As part of its long-term strategy, IPCC is also conducting assessments in the IKN area to anticipate future growth in vehicle logistics and port service demand. The company plans to strengthen its transport fleet and infrastructure to support early stages of the capital’s relocation.
With traffic volumes rising and infrastructure improvements underway, IPCC says Semayang Terminal is positioned to become a critical node in Indonesia’s national logistics and vehicle distribution network, supporting the transition to a new administrative capital.