In a bid to bring corporate values beyond the boardroom, PT Terminal Petikemas Surabaya (TPS), one of Indonesia’s leading container terminal operators, rolled out a grassroots campaign on Wednesday to introduce Good Corporate Governance (GCG) principles to an often overlooked but critical stakeholder group, truck drivers.
Gathered in the export parking area of the port terminal, dozens of drivers listened as TPS officials walked them through core governance principles, including transparency, accountability, and the right to report misconduct without fear.
The session marked a rare outreach effort aimed at integrating front-line logistics workers into the company’s broader integrity and compliance framework.
“Truck drivers are the backbone of our daily operations,” said Erika A. Palupi, Corporate Secretary of TPS. “Through this initiative, we want them to feel empowered to speak up, understand their rights, and see themselves as part of the integrity culture we are building.”
The program focused on three key areas: reintroducing the company’s GCG guidelines as a working reference for all stakeholders; outlining the whistleblowing system that protects informants and ensures confidentiality; and explaining how to escalate and report operational problems efficiently.
The whistleblowing system, Erika emphasized, provides a structured and secure channel for reporting suspected violations, ensuring that even those outside the formal office environment can participate in shaping a clean and responsive work culture.
Using a direct and interactive approach, TPS staff facilitated discussions on common issues faced in port operations and the mechanisms available to resolve them. The session also served as a platform for drivers to raise their concerns in real time.
“I usually just focus on getting cargo in and out,” said Nanang, a driver from PT Intra Surya Pratama who attended the event. “But now I know there’s a formal way to report problems. It makes me feel more secure and respected.”
To reinforce the commitment to safety, TPS also handed out protective gear, helmets and reflective vests to participants, underlining the company’s push for a safer and more disciplined port environment.
The initiative is part of TPS’s broader strategy to promote ethical practices across its operational chain, aligning with national and international standards for port management and logistics services.
By embedding values of transparency and responsibility into every level of the workforce, TPS hopes to cultivate not just compliance, but a culture of integrity that enhances long-term competitiveness.