Chandra Asri Group Serves Integrated Liquid Bulk Port And Storage Through PT CPN

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JAKARTA - PT Chandra Asri Pacific Tbk (Chandra Asri Group), a leading chemical and infrastructure solution company in Indonesia, is currently operating an integrated solution in the form of marine port services (loading and mooring services) and liquid bulk storage (task rental) for various industries in Cilegon and its surroundings through its subsidiary, namely PT Chandra Pelabuhan Nusantara (CPN).

CPN operates three strategic piers in the Sunda Strait with a total capacity of 96,000 DWT for various tank products and facilities of 518,000 cubic meters for naphtha, ethylene, propylene, pyrolysis gasoline (Py-Gas) and others. The presence of CPN is expected to optimize the operational efficiency of various industries and provide added value for stakeholders.

CPN has received approval from the Ministry of Transportation of the Republic of Indonesia with the issuance of a letter of fulfillment of the Port Business Entity (BUP) permit on February 20, 2024. On July 1, 2024, Chandra Asri Group effectively separated port assets, piers, storage facilities, and supporting facilities to CPN.

The service provided by CPN will support industrial progress in the Cilegon area and its surroundings and make CPN one of the largest port facilities and liquid storage tanks in Cilegon. Currently, CPN is in the process of submitting concessions to serve external customers which are expected to be completed by 2025.

Director of HR & Corporate Affairs Chandra Asri Group, Suryandi, explained, as a Growth Partner, Chandra Asri Group understands the strategic role of port infrastructure in supporting industrial growth and the national economy.

"CPN, with its strategic location connecting the Java Sea, South China Sea, and the Indian Ocean, will play an important role in accelerating and diversifying the Company's business development," he said, Sunday, July 21.

CPN is also expected to provide services to more stakeholders.

With the rapid development of business in Cilegon and its surroundings, demand for marine port services and storage services is predicted to increase. CPN is ready to manage port facilities and liquid storage tanks with focus and competitiveness as well as open up more opportunities for strategic cooperation that will provide added value for stakeholders," added Suryandi.

Industry in Cilegon in the near future can utilize CPN services to distribute liquid chemicals, petrochemicals, and oil refinery products, which will increase mobility efficiency. Supported by experts and experienced workers, CPN also provides tank facilities that can be leased so as to enable effective product storage.

With this capability, CPN is ready to respond to growing demand and contribute as an important node in the Indonesian economy, as well as provide added value for stakeholders including customers, investors, and the public.