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Ketapang-Gilimanuk ferry crossing logistics congestion
Overview
The Bali Strait ferry crossing, specifically the Ketapang Port in Banyuwangi heading toward Gilimanuk, has experienced significant logistics truck congestion.
In late September 2026, a surge in vehicle volume led to queues reaching up to 8.5 kilometers. PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero) reported that truck crossings rose from 1,699 on a Sunday to 2,223 by Tuesday, with a total of 6,082 trucks crossing between September 27 and 29. Operational delays were further compounded by low tide conditions at Gilimanuk Port, which hindered vessel docking and cargo handling.
By early September, congestion had previously peaked at approximately 16 kilometers before decreasing to 7 kilometers. To manage these surges, ASDP implemented measures such as optimizing vessel operations and utilizing a ‘arrive-unload-depart’ (TBB) pattern with six vessels to accelerate loading and unloading processes. The company has focused on increasing transport capacity through the operation of 24 large-capacity ships to ensure the crossing remains functional.
Entities
PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero) · Ketapang Port · Bali Strait · Heru Widodo · Media Syahrianto
Timeline
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[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesBali Strait ferry crossing faces heavy congestion due to logistics truck surge
A surge in logistics trucks has caused vehicle queues up to 8.5km at the Ketapang-Gilimanuk ferry crossing, prompting ASDP to optimize operations to clear the congestion.
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[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesKetapang Port logistics truck queues decrease to 7 kilometers
Logistics truck queues at Ketapang Port have decreased from 16 kilometers to 7 kilometers following operational optimizations by PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry.
Sources
antaranews.com · bali.jpnn.com · jawapos.com · jpnn.com · mediakampung.com · mediapatriot.co.id · republika.co.id · suarasurabaya.net · viva.co.id