Samudera Indonesia, Indonesia’s leading shipping and logistics company, posted net income of $52.05 million for the year of 2025, up nearly 3% from $50.7 million in 2024. Revenue rose 9% to $801.69 million, driven by stronger demand for shipping services and higher freight activity.
The figure represents Samudera Indonesia’s second-strongest revenue performance, behind a 2022 peak fueled by an exceptional rise in freight rates during the Covid-19 pandemic.
“Our net income after tax reached approximately $52.1 million, about 3% higher than the previous year,” President Director Bani M. Mulia said during a virtual press briefing on Monday.
Growth in revenue was accompanied by an increase in service-related expenses, which climbed to $654.4 million from $587.99 million a year earlier. As a result, gross profit slipped to $147.28 million from $149.4 million, indicating pressure on margins despite higher top-line performance.
Pre-tax profit edged up to $86.34 million, compared with $84.7 million in the prior year.
Operationally, the company reported stronger performance, with earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) rising 18% to $200.2 million. Management attributed the improvement to higher business activity and efficiency measures implemented during the year.
As of Dec. 31, total assets stood at $1.43 billion, up from $1.29 billion a year earlier. Liabilities were recorded at $652.81 million, while total equity reached $773.48 million.
Expansion Plans, Optimistic Tone for 2026
The company struck an optimistic tone for 2026, citing expansion initiatives and expectations of steady demand in global shipping markets.
Samudera aims to match or exceed its 2025 revenue, supported by anticipated stability in freight rates and sustained shipping volumes. The company also plans to continue improving operational efficiency through tighter cost control and optimized fleet management.
One of the vessels acquired by Samudera Indonesia via its Samudera Japan unit as part of efforts to expand domestic shipping market in Japan
A key pillar of its strategy is international expansion. The company is strengthening its presence in overseas markets, including Japan through its unit Samudera Japan, while also targeting Latin America as a new growth region.
Recent network additions include routes linking Nagoya, Kobe and Busan, with further expansion planned to Shanghai and other intra-Asia destinations, including Southeast Asia.
Beginning next month, Samudera plans to launch new services to South America, including Argentina and Brazil, underscoring its push to broaden its global footprint.
At the same time, the company is reducing exposure to the Middle East amid heightened geopolitical risks, redirecting vessels to routes considered safer and more profitable.
Management said the strategy is designed to preserve stability while positioning the company for continued growth in a volatile global logistics environment.