On August 28, 2025, the Indonesian Bonded Logistics Centers Association (PPLBI) and the Indonesian Port Business Association (ABUPI) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) regarding Sustainable Partnerships in Optimizing National Logistics Ecosystems.

This collaboration marks both associations' commitment to collaborate in strengthening national competitiveness through strategic synergies covering various key areas.

🎯 Collaboration Objectives

1. Establish a strategic cooperation framework to enhance competitiveness in transportation, logistics, and port industries.
2. Prioritize sustainable collaborative approaches to support Indonesia's economic growth.

🔑 Scope of Cooperation

1. Regulatory Harmonization

Establishing fair, aligned regulations that support growth in the national port sector.

1. Human Resource Development

Enhancing workforce capacity through training, certification, and knowledge exchange.

1. Technology & Digitalization Utilization

Technological innovations for port operational efficiency and integrated information systems.

1. Sustainable & Environmentally Friendly Programs

Promoting green port and smart shipping concepts for environmentally conscious port development.

1. Tariff Setting Synergy

Transparency and fairness in evaluating and adjusting port service tariffs.

1. National Logistics Connectivity & Efficiency Improvement

Optimizing sea-land connectivity to reduce logistics costs and support regional economies.

📍 Expected Impact

1. Reduced national logistics costs
2. Creation of modern, sustainable, and environmentally friendly port ecosystems
3. Strengthened global competitiveness of Indonesia's transportation & logistics industry

This collaboration between PPLBI and ABUPI is expected to be a concrete step in strengthening national supply chains, providing more efficient logistics solutions, and propelling Indonesia toward modern, highly competitive port systems.