Semarang, Indonesia

Port Overview

Semarang is the capital and largest city of Central Java, Indonesia, located on the northern coast of Java Island. It ranks among Indonesia’s top ten most populous cities and serves as a major port and commercial hub, strategically positioned between Jakarta and Surabaya. The port of Semarang is vital for regional trade, connecting Java’s interior to international shipping routes. Annually, the port handles approximately 1 million TEUs, underscoring its importance in Indonesia’s maritime logistics and container traffic.

Facilities & Infrastructure

Semarang Port, also known as Tanjung Emas Port, features multiple specialized terminals including international and domestic container terminals, Roro terminal, passenger terminals for international and domestic traffic, liquid bulk terminal, and dry bulk terminal. The container terminal is equipped with mobile harbor cranes and quay cranes for handling operations. The port handles diverse cargo including fuel, LNG, LPG, CPO, asphalt, textiles, food products, and general manufacturing goods. Facilities include warehouses, stacking yards, and berthing basins supporting the port's role as Central Java's primary maritime gateway.

Container Terminals

Semarang's container terminals, primarily at Tanjung Emas Port, are expanding to meet growing demand. The port is enhancing its berthing capacity and storage space. Automation and digital transformation initiatives are underway to optimize operations. Major operators include state-owned entities like Pelindo. The port handled nearly 896,000 TEUs in 2024, with plans to reach 1.2 million TEUs by 2029 through infrastructure upgrades.

Port Services

• Container handling: Advanced terminals for loading, unloading, and storage of containers.
• Cargo operations: Facilities for bulk, liquid, and general cargo, including grains, coal, cement, chemicals, and vehicles.
• Ship services: Provision of fuel, water, engine supplies, ship repairs, and pilotage.
• Warehousing: Ample storage for refrigerated and non-refrigerated goods, supporting import/export logistics.
• Customs: Efficient customs clearance and logistics services for swift cargo processing.

Global Connectivity

Semarang’s Port of Tanjung Emas is a key gateway for Central Java, connecting to major domestic ports such as Jakarta, Surabaya, and Makassar, and serving international routes to Singapore, Malaysia, China, and other Asian markets. The port supports regional industries and exports, with growing container throughput and ongoing infrastructure upgrades. Its connectivity is enhanced by integration with rail and road networks, facilitating efficient cargo movement across Java and to global shipping lanes.

Port Statistics

Port Name: Tanjung Emas (Semarang, Indonesia)
TEU Throughput (2024): 895,904
World Ranking: Not in the global top 100 container ports
Number of Berths: 8
Port Area: Approximately 74 hectares
Shipping Lines: Serviced by major carriers including Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, Evergreen, and regional operators.
Notes: Throughput increased 15% from 2023; ongoing infrastructure modernization and digital transformation initiatives.