Soerabaja, Indonesia
Indonesia’s second-largest city and main eastern port, Soerabaja is a vital commercial and maritime hub.
Port Overview
Surabaya is Indonesia's second-largest city and the capital of East Java province, located on the northeastern corner of Java island along the Madura Strait. The city covers 335.93 square kilometers with a population exceeding 3 million. Its strategic position makes it a crucial connector for domestic and international transportation networks. Surabaya is home to Port of Tanjung Perak, Indonesia's second-busiest seaport and one of Asia's largest maritime facilities, serving as the primary international gateway to East Java for passengers and cargo. The port plays a vital role in the city's position as a major commercial, industrial, and transportation hub in the Indonesian archipelago.
Facilities & Infrastructure
Soerabaja’s main port, Tanjung Perak, features key terminals including the Terminal Petikemas Surabaya for containers and Gapura Surya Nusantara for cruise and passenger services. Cargo facilities handle containers, dry bulk, and multipurpose cargo. The port is equipped with ship-to-shore cranes, rubber-tired gantry cranes, and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) to support efficient loading, unloading, and yard operations. Ongoing modernization enhances automation, capacity, and green port initiatives.
Container Terminals
Soerabaja’s main container terminals are at the Port of Tanjung Perak, featuring over 20 berths and handling around 4.1 million TEUs annually. The Surabaya Container Terminal and Teluk Lamong Terminal are the primary facilities; Teluk Lamong is semi-automated with advanced cranes and green port initiatives. Major operator is Pelindo. Automation is moderate, with digital systems and automated cranes enhancing efficiency, but full automation is not yet implemented.
Port Services
- Container handling: Modern container terminals with automated equipment and high TEU capacity.
- Cargo operations: Facilities for general, bulk, and RoRo cargo, including multi-purpose and dry bulk terminals.
- Ship services: Pilotage, tug assistance, bunkering, ship repairs, waste disposal, and medical facilities.
- Warehousing: Extensive warehousing for dry bulk and general cargo, including bonded storage.
- Customs: Full customs clearance and inspection services for import and export cargo.
Global Connectivity
Soerabaja (Surabaya), Indonesia, is anchored by the Port of Tanjung Perak, the country’s second-busiest port and the primary maritime gateway for eastern Indonesia. It connects Java with eastern Indonesian islands and serves major domestic ports such as Makassar, Balikpapan, and Papua, as well as international routes to Singapore, China, and South Korea. Integrated with the Trans-Java Toll Road, it efficiently links industrial regions and supports shipping routes to key Asian and global markets.
Port Statistics
Port of Surabaya (Tanjung Perak), Indonesia – Key Statistics (2025):
- TEU throughput: Approximately 3.8 million TEU annually
- World ranking: Top 50 container ports globally
- Number of berths: 46
- Port area: About 545 hectares
- Shipping lines: Served by all major global carriers, including Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, and Evergreen
The port is a major gateway for eastern Indonesia, offering extensive container, general cargo, and passenger facilities.
