PTP Nonpetikemas Supports the National Strategic Project for the Construction of Smelter Grade Alumina at the Kijing Terminal

Pontianak, 04 October 2024 - Kijing Terminal, which was inaugurated by President Joko Widodo on 9 August 2022, and operated by PT Pelabuhan Tanjung Priok (PTP Non-Packaging) has developed into a strategic international port activity centre in the West Kalimantan region. Since its inauguration, the port has recorded significant improvements, including a surge in ship visits and freight flows. In the first half of 2024, PTP Non-Packaging Branch Pontianak recorded an increase in production of more than 10.5% compared to the same period in 2023.

Kijing Terminal also made a significant contribution to the completion and operation of one of the National Strategic Projects (PSN) Construction of Smelter Grade Alumina Refinery (SGAR) owned by PT Borneo Alumina Indonesia (PT BAI) which was inaugurated by President Joko Widodo on 24 September 2024, where all logistical activities in the form of raw materials and materials produced from SGAR PT BAI will go through the Kijing Terminal.

In this regard, PTP Nonpetikemas, which is a subsidiary of PT Pelindo Multi Terminal, part of the PT Pelabuhan Indonesia (Persero) Group, continues to improve its capabilities through the gradual addition of loading and unloading equipment, adding human resources and increasing their competence, using the Pelindo Terminal Operation System Multipurpose (PTOSM) for operational services and transforming operational service standards.

Currently the number of loading and unloading equipment operated by PTP Nonpetikemas at the Kijing Terminal is 5 units of Mobile Crane, 3 units of Excavator, 2 units of Wheel Loader, 1 unit of Mobile Conveyor, 2 units of Forklit, 1 unit of mini excavator, 4 units of hopper, 6 units of grabs, and other loading and unloading support equipment. The loading and unloading equipment will continue to be added gradually, where in the future 2 units of Mobile Crane and 2 Units of Harbour Mobile Crane will be added, along with supporting equipment for loading and unloading so that it can accommodate the SGAR activities of PT BAI and other customers who use the Kijing Terminal.

President Director of PTP Non Petikemas Indra Hidayat Sani said, as a multipurpose port operator, PTP Nonpetikemas is fully committed to supporting National Strategic Projects, including mineral downstream projects such as SGAR.

‘The success of this first bauxite injection shows that PTP Nonpetikemas is ready to support national industrialisation through reliable and efficient port services. PTP Nonpetikemas Branch Pontianak Terminal Kijing is committed to improving services through operational transformation, including the implementation of the Pelindo Terminal Operation System-Multipurpose (PTOS-M),’ said Indra.

Indra added that the operational transformation carried out by PTP Nonpetikemas not only increases efficiency, but also ensures operational safety and security at the Kijing Terminal. ‘We continue to innovate by implementing six pillars of port reform which include Business Processes, Human Resources, Technology, Equipment, Infrastructure, and HSSE (Health, Safety, Security, and Environment). We do this to ensure that all operational activities run smoothly and safely,’ he explained.

This first bauxite injection into SGAR is an important step towards the full operation of the smelter scheduled for October 2024. PTP Nonpetikemas is committed to continuing to provide the best service in supporting SGAR operations and other downstream projects to support national economic growth through increasing the added value of Indonesia's natural resources.