Container throughput at the container terminal of IPC TPK Jambi rose 22.5% in March from a year earlier, driven by increased distribution activity ahead of the Eid al-Fitr holiday, the company said.
Throughput reached 2,775 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in March 2026, up from 2,265 TEUs in the same month last year, according to operational data.
The increase reflects stronger logistics activity in the Jambi region, supported by both domestic consumption and commodity distribution.
The performance also aligns with solid external trade conditions in Jambi province. In January 2026, exports stood at $152.92 million, significantly exceeding imports of $11.16 million, resulting in a trade surplus. The province’s exports are dominated by industrial goods and key commodities such as palm oil derivatives, rubber and forestry products.
IPC TPK Jambi Operations Manager Wedhar Tani Aji said the growth was supported by efforts to maintain reliable services and improve operational efficiency.
“This growth reflects our efforts to ensure reliable operations, expedite loading and unloading services, and strengthen collaboration with stakeholders,” he said.
The rise in March throughput was mainly driven by higher domestic container volumes. Cement shipments increased alongside infrastructure development in the region, while distribution of staple goods such as rice, flour, and food and beverages rose ahead of Eid al-Fitr.
Meanwhile, imports, largely consisting of industrial machinery and equipment, point to continued expansion in production and construction activity, supporting demand for logistics services.
The company said it is strengthening operational readiness by improving workforce capability and optimizing cargo-handling equipment to ensure smooth and safe terminal operations.
“We see the Jambi container terminal not only as a loading and unloading point, but also as an enabler of economic growth,” Wedhar said.