Promising Potential, Meratus-owned MV Cilegon Docks at TTL
Surabaya, February 6, 2024 - Terminal Teluk Lamong (TTL), a subsidiary of Sub Holding Pelindo Terminal Petikemas (SPTP) welcomed the arrival of a new ship MV Cilegon owned by Meratus shipping company. The ship carrying 220 box reefer containers departed from China Taicang with a direct route to Surabaya and made its first berth at TTL.
The welcoming procession of MV Cilegon was attended by Arief Suhartono, President Director of Pelindo, Farid Belbouab, CEO of Meratus, Directors of PT Pelindo Terminal Petikemas, directors of PT Terminal Teluk Lamong, commissioners and directors of Meratus.
Farid Belbouab CEO of Meratus stated that this strategic asset investment shows a significant leap forward in Meratus' commitment to cold chain capabilities. "The new vessel, the addition of the container reefer fleet, as well as the introduction of MFresh emphasize our dedication in providing cutting-edge solutions and provide evidence of our experience over the years which will be implemented in the cold chain sector. Meratus is strategically positioned for dynamic growth in cold chain logistics, and we are excited about the enhanced services we can now offer to our customers", said Farid.
In her speech, Rima Novianti, Director of Strategy and Commercial of PT Pelindo Terminal Petikemas, expressed her support for Meratus towards the development of its cold chain business. Currently MV Cilegon will serve the Kalimantan region, while market demand for fresh food needs continues to increase. "We know that there are quite a lot of potentials in the eastern region, especially fish commodities and marine products. As a potential area, Pelindo together with the government continues to develop eastern Indonesia," said Rima.
MV Cilegon comes equipped with the latest innovations specifically designed to streamline loading and unloading time during port stops, thereby increasing productivity and reducing waiting time at the port. In addition, the reefer utilization rate in the industry is currently reaching 1.4x by 2023 indicating a rapidly growing cold chain business.
David P. Sirait, President Director of TTL congratulated and wished Meratus success on the investment it has achieved. TTL as a Shipping Company business partner, is ready to collaborate to support the development potential of this Meratus service by continuing to provide excellent service. "Through the availability of modern equipment, we continue to strive to increase service speed by optimizing the loading and unloading process. The existence of this good collaboration is expected to be able to mobilize and encourage the Indonesian economy, "concluded David.
