Terminal Teluk Lamong (TTL), a subsidiary of PT Pelindo Terminal Petikemas Subholding (SPTP), welcomed the maiden voyage of MPN-CIN service, marked by the first call of MV Marina Sofia today, August 21, 2024. MPN-CIN service is an inter-Asia service routing Jakarta-Surabaya-Ningbo-Nansha-Jakarta. In Indonesia, PT Meratus Shipping Line acts as agent for this service.
“We are proud to welcome the launch of the new Meratus’ Intra Asia Service. We (TTL) are so honorable to be part of this route. This service connects Indonesia with China via Terminal Teluk Lamong,” said David Pandapotan Sirait, President Director of PT Terminal Teluk Lamong.
This service, according to David, is a strategic step, both to expand Indonesia’s trade connectivity with one of the world’s largest trading partners and to increase TTL’s competitiveness in the regional logistics sector.
MV. Marina Sofia (IMO: 9967108) is a General Cargo and is sailing under the flag of Panama. Her length overall (LOA) is 119.9 meters and her width is 23 meters and draft is 4.3m.
This service remains the Meratus’ strategy to build a wide network and directly connect Indonesia with China, with positive export and import growth every year to realize the vision of building a strong logistics ecosystem.
Cahyadi GM Trade International Meratus and Budi Muljono Rachman Chief Trade Officer Meratus shared with Commercial Manager of Terminal Teluk Lamong (TTL) Reka Yusmara Madiputra and the TTL management team relating the potencies of the services during the welcome ceremony for the MV Marina Sofia first call.
Budi expects that this collaboration can support the development of the national economy through better connectivity between Indonesia and China.
“We hope that Terminal Teluk Lamong can provide priority services, increase the speed of loading and unloading, and strengthen infrastructure that supports the growth of international cargo volume,” explained Budi.
“This collaboration is expected to accelerate shipping, open wider access to the global market.” he added.
For TTL, the call of MV. Marina Sofia marked its 3rd new service in 2024. TTL continues to be committed to supporting the development of international trade by providing high-quality, environmentally friendly infrastructure and services.
The presence of this new service is expected to encourage growth in export-import volume, strengthen regional economic integration, and provide added value for industry players.
“We believe that this collaboration will be one of the main pillars in supporting the improvement of Indonesia’s logistics competitiveness in the Asian region, and we are ready to provide full support to ensure the success of this service,” David said a conclusion.