印度尼西亚
Indonesia
1. Port Overview
Located in Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, on the west coast of the Madura Strait, the Port of Surabaya is Indonesia's second-largest port and the core logistics hub for eastern Java. With an annual container throughput of approximately 3.5 million TEUs [according to Pelindo data], it is the main gateway for exports of Indonesian agricultural products (tobacco, coffee, rubber, palm oil) and manufactured goods. The Port of Surabaya serves the eastern Indonesian market (East Java, Bali, Lombok, Nusa Tenggara, Sulawesi, Maluku, and Papua) and is a strategic entry point to eastern Indonesia.
2. Port Size and Facilities
Operated by PT Pelabuhan Indonesia (Pelindo), the Port of Surabaya has multiple container berths with a water depth of approximately 12–14 meters. It serves as a distribution hub for goods destined for eastern Indonesia, connecting to the various islands through Indonesia's extensive archipelago shipping network.
3. Main Shipping Routes from China
| Port of Origin | Estimated Transit Time | Common Shipping Lines |
|---|---|---|
| Guangzhou Port | 5–7 days | COSCO, CMA CGM |
| Shenzhen Port | 6–8 days | MAERSK, MSC |
4. China-Indonesia Trade and Logistics Points
China is Indonesia's largest trading partner. Key imports from China include agricultural processing equipment, chemicals, building materials, and textiles. Indonesia is the world's largest palm oil producer and the largest exporter of nickel ore (a key raw material for new energy vehicle batteries). The Port of Surabaya is a major gateway for resource exports from eastern Indonesia.
Bofeng Logistics Experience Sharing: Compared to the Port of Jakarta, the Port of Surabaya is generally less congested, making it suitable for customers whose destinations are in East Java and areas further east. However, fewer shipping lines call at Surabaya than Jakarta, with some routes operating only weekly — it is recommended to confirm space 2 weeks in advance. Import customs clearance in Indonesia is the most complex in Southeast Asia: food products require BPOM registration (1–3 months), electrical appliances need SNI certification, and consignees must have an API import license.
5. Transportation Notes
Common Questions
Q: How far is it from the Port of Surabaya to Bali? How is transshipment done?
A: Approximately 350 km, which takes about 8–10 hours via land transport plus ferry. A large volume of cargo bound for Bali is transshipped through the Port of Surabaya.
Q: How to choose between the Port of Surabaya and the Port of Jakarta?
A: If the destination is in East Java or further east → choose Surabaya (closest); if the destination is in Jakarta or West Java → choose Jakarta Port. Surabaya has less congestion but fewer sailing options.
6. Bofeng Logistics Services
- FCL Services: 20GP, 40GP, 40HQ
- LCL Services: Fixed LCL from Guangzhou/Shenzhen → Surabaya
- Customs Brokerage: China export + Indonesia import clearance consulting
- Eastern Indonesia Distribution: Surabaya → Bali / Lombok / Makassar, etc.
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