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Port Overview
Pekanbaru Port (IDPKU) is a strategically positioned maritime facility located in Riau Province, Sumatra, Indonesia. Situated at coordinates 0.540039°N, 101.446°E, the port serves as a critical gateway for regional trade, particularly supporting the economic activities of Sumatra’s resource-rich Riau Province. The port plays a significant role in facilitating maritime commerce, with particular emphasis on supporting the region’s robust palm oil, timber, and mineral export industries.
Geographic Location & Access
Positioned on the eastern coast of Sumatra, Pekanbaru Port benefits from a strategic location along the Siak River, providing crucial inland waterway access. The port’s geographical positioning offers:
– Precise coordinates: 0.540039°N, 101.446°E
– River approach via the Siak River, with carefully maintained navigation channels
– Proximity to major regional shipping routes in the Strait of Malacca
– Tropical maritime climate with consistent navigation conditions
– Natural protection from open sea conditions through river-based positioning
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
The port features comprehensive maritime infrastructure designed to support diverse cargo handling requirements:
– Multiple cargo terminals with specialized handling capabilities
– Dedicated berths for container, bulk, and general cargo operations
– Approximate berth length: 500-750 meters
– Container terminal capacity: Estimated 100,000 TEU annually
– Specialized facilities for palm oil, timber, and mineral exports
– Modern cargo handling equipment including mobile harbor cranes
– Covered and open storage warehouses with approximately 50,000 m² of storage space
– Integrated logistics and transshipment capabilities
Technical Specifications
Key technical characteristics of Pekanbaru Port include:
– Maximum draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: Maintained at 10-12 meters
– Tidal range: Approximately 2-3 meters
– Vessel size limitations: Accommodates Panamax and smaller vessels
– Navigation aids: Comprehensive maritime navigation systems
– 24/7 pilotage services with experienced local maritime pilots
– Advanced vessel traffic management system
Operational Services
Comprehensive port services encompass:
– Full stevedoring and cargo handling capabilities
– Bunker fuel supply (Marine Gas Oil, Marine Diesel Oil)
– Fresh water provisions and ship supplies
– Limited ship repair and maintenance facilities
– Environmental waste management services
– Customs clearance and documentation support
– Advanced security screening and inspection protocols
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Commercial features of Pekanbaru Port:
– Competitive port tariff structures
– Integration with regional free trade zones
– Multimodal transport connections
– Direct road and limited rail connectivity to industrial regions
– Significant role in Sumatra’s export-oriented economy
– Focus on palm oil, timber, and mineral resource logistics
Strategic Importance
The port represents a critical maritime infrastructure node:
– Key support for Riau Province’s export-oriented industries
– Strategic position in Indonesian maritime trade networks
– Ongoing infrastructure development and modernization plans
– Emerging green port
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