# Indonesian maritime service developments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indonesian-maritime-service-developments
> Updated: 2026-10-20T12:54:52.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

PT Pelabuhan Indonesia (Persero), through its subsidiary PT Pelindo Jasa Maritim, resumed ship-to-ship (STS) cargo transfer services at the Nipa Transhipment Anchorage Area in Batam on October 9, 2026. This strategic move aims to optimize economic potential near the Malacca and Singapore Straits by allowing cargo transfers directly between vessels.

Separately, PT Pelayaran Nasional Indonesia (PELNI) announced plans to expand maritime accessibility in Central Sulawesi. Starting October 31, 2026, the passenger ship KM Dorolonda will begin serving Donggala Port to provide closer travel access for the community, while KM Lambelu continues to serve Pantoloan Port.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-20: PT PELNI to expand maritime services to Donggala Port

PT PELNI will expand maritime connectivity in Central Sulawesi by deploying the KM Dorolonda to Donggala Port starting October 31, 2026.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pt-pelni-to-expand-maritime-services-to-donggala-port

### 2026-10-13: Pelindo resumes ship-to-ship services in Nipa, Batam

Pelindo has resumed ship-to-ship cargo transfer services at the Nipa Transhipment Anchorage Area in Batam to leverage its strategic location near the Malacca and Singapore Straits.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pelindo-resumes-ship-to-ship-services-in-nipa-batam

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Cite as: Indonesian maritime service developments. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/indonesian-maritime-service-developments