Car terminal operator PT Indonesia Kendaraan Terminal Tbk (IPCC) marked a significant milestone this week as it welcomed the MV. BYD Zhengzhou, a next-generation, LNG-powered car carrier with a capacity of up to 7,000 vehicles, the largest ever handled at the Tanjung Priok-based terminal.
The vessel, arriving from Batangas, Philippines, docked at IPCC’s international pier on August 1, showcasing both its size – 200 meters long and 38 meters wide – and its environmental credentials. Unlike traditional roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) vessels, the MV. BYD Zhengzhou runs on liquefied natural gas, reducing emissions and improving energy efficiency.
To mark the occasion, stakeholders gathered at a welcoming ceremony titled “Exclusive Experience: The BYD Zhengzhou’s First Arrival in Indonesia.” The event drew high-level attendees from government, port authorities, and the private sector.
Iwan Suryana, Deputy for Investment Services at Indonesia’s Ministry of Investment and Downstream Development, hailed the ship’s arrival as a symbol of growing infrastructure capacity and investment readiness.
“The government continues to foster collaboration between investors, stakeholders, and port operators to build a sustainable investment ecosystem,” Iwan said, referring to the country’s broader “Golden Indonesia 2045” vision for industrial growth.
BYD Motor Indonesia’s President Director, Eagle Zhao, said the ship’s design — capable of transporting thousands of vehicles in a single voyage — reflects the company’s ambition to decarbonize its logistics chain.
“With LNG and a large cargo capacity, we can lower emissions while improving efficiency. This aligns with BYD’s mission to promote clean energy and sustainable mobility,” Zhao told attendees.
Terminal Competitiveness on the Rise
IPCC President Director Sugeng Mulyadi said the successful docking of the BYD Zhengzhou proved the terminal’s readiness to handle larger, eco-friendly vessels — both in terms of physical infrastructure and human resources.
“This is a turning point. We’re unlocking new service capacities that support the growth of Indonesia’s automotive and electric vehicle sectors,” Sugeng said. He also thanked port and customs authorities for their support in granting berthing rights outside standard zones.
In the first half of 2025, IPCC recorded strong traffic growth, handling 171,000 completely built-up (CBU) vehicle exports — up nearly 7% year-on-year — and 57,000 imports, a jump of over 85%. Of the imports, 28,000 units were battery electric vehicles (BEVs), with BYD accounting for around 70%.
Sugeng said IPCC’s partnership with BYD signals deeper integration into the global EV supply chain and underlines the port’s growing role in Indonesia’s transition to a low-carbon economy.