Chandra Shipping International and Pertamina International Shipping collaborate to improve shipping and logistics

A subsidiary of PT Chandra Daya Investasi (CDI) in the shipping and logistics sector, PT Chandra Shipping International (CSI), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PT Pertamina International Shipping (PIS) to explore feasibility studies for possible collaboration in the shipping and logistics sectors. chemicals, bitumen and other areas of maritime transport and logistics. This strategic partnership aims to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, sustainability and global reach in the shipping and logistics sectors.

CSI is a subsidiary of CDI and the latter serves as a platform for the Chandra Asri Group to develop infrastructure businesses, including energy, water, port services and maritime transport. As part of the Chandra Asri Group, CSI is committed to being a growth in providing efficient and reliable shipping services to meet the diverse needs of various industries.

The MoU was signed by CSI President Director Lingga Widastri and PIS Gas, Petrochemicals and New Business Director Arief Sukmara, in the presence of Chandra Asri Group Supply Chain Director Ruly Aryawan and the PIS Risk Management Director Muhamad Resa in Jakarta on October 4, 2024. This potential collaboration between both companies is expected to improve service levels, especially in the transportation and logistics of chemicals and bituminous products on a global scale. . Furthermore, this association aims to contribute to reducing the environmental impact through environmentally friendly technologies.

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Chandra Asri Group Managing Director and CEO of CDI, Erwin Ciputra, stated that the partnership between CSI and PIS aims to significantly improve shipping services through more efficient and sustainable shipping.

«This collaboration is designed to streamline supply chain operations and provide a more agile service supported by technological innovations. As a partner committed to the growth of various industrial sectors in Indonesia, this initiative is expected to not only enhance the Chandra Asri Group’s ability to supply our products more efficiently and sustainably, but also enable various sectors to take advantage of the global services of sea ​​freight we offer,” stated Erwin.

Arief Sukmara, Director of Gas, Petrochemicals and New Businesses at PIS, added: “The collaboration is expected to improve service levels, especially in shipping and logistics of chemicals, bitumen and other potential logistics services on a global scale. ultimately strengthening Pertamina International Shipping’s position in both domestic and international markets. Through synergy with Chandra Shipping International, this is expected to be a positive step towards becoming a market leader in the petrochemical transportation business and other industrial transportation segments in the future.”

CSI is committed to being a growth in providing efficient and reliable shipping services to meet the diverse needs of various industries.

In the feasibility study carried out by CSI and PIS, both parties will collaborate to explore opportunities for synergy in supply chain operations and optimize technology, including environmentally friendly technological solutions, to improve efficiency and sustainability . This partnership also aims to improve profitability, expand access to emerging markets and strengthen supply chain resilience.

Both parties hope that this study will set new benchmarks in shipping and logistics, drive innovation and raise standards in this sector, thereby positively contributing to the maritime industry in Indonesia.