Indonesia’s container depot industry is accelerating efforts to adopt cleaner and more efficient logistics operations, as the Indonesian Container Depot Association (ASDEKI) called for wider use of electric heavy equipment to support cost efficiency and sustainability in the national port sector.
ASDEKI Chairman Mustofa Kamal Hamka visited Chinese heavy equipment manufacturer XCMG’s production facility in Xuzhou, China, to review electric-powered machinery that could be deployed at container depots and ports in Indonesia.
During the visit, the delegation inspected several electric heavy equipment units, including reach stackers, side loaders and forklifts, which are increasingly being considered for modern logistics operations amid rising fuel costs and growing environmental concerns.
The delegation also included Nugrahi Mawan, known as Ahong, chairman of ASDEKI’s East Kalimantan regional board, along with representatives of PT Pattaya, Rocky and Ronny.
Mustofa said the transition to electric heavy equipment had become a strategic necessity for logistics operators seeking to improve operational efficiency and remain competitive.
“We encourage ASDEKI members, port operators and logistics companies to begin transitioning to electric heavy equipment. With diesel prices continuing to increase, efficiency has become a major challenge that requires more sustainable energy solutions,” Mustofa said.
He added that the adoption of electric vehicles and equipment was aligned with Indonesia’s broader push to accelerate the national energy transition and reduce carbon emissions in the transportation and logistics sectors.
Ahong said the use of environmentally friendly technology would also help container depot operators strengthen long-term business sustainability amid intensifying competition.
“Industry players need to start focusing on long-term operational needs. Renewable energy adoption is not only beneficial for the environment, but also supports more efficient and sustainable business operations,” he said.
ASDEKI said the visit could open opportunities for future cooperation in supplying electric heavy equipment to support the modernization of Indonesian ports and container depot facilities.
The association added that collaboration between industry groups, logistics companies and global technology providers would be key to advancing green port and green logistics initiatives in Indonesia.