ASDP Upgrades Gilimanuk Dermaga II Capacity to 50 Tons

Gilimanuk — PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero) is increasing the rated capacity of Dermaga II at Gilimanuk to 50 tons as part of a broader effort to improve reliability and flexibility on the Ketapang–Gilimanuk crossing between Java and Bali. The state-owned operator announced the project on 1 September 2026.

According to ASDP, the upgrade is intended to accommodate larger logistics vehicles and strengthen operational resilience on the busy inter-island route. The company describes the investment as part of a long-term strategy to improve service reliability and support the movement of passengers and freight across the strait.

ASDP said the enhanced capacity at Gilimanuk is being coordinated with infrastructure works at Ketapang in Banyuwangi, where the existing pontoon berth is being converted into a permanent Moveable Bridge structure with a similar 50-ton rating. Aligning capacities on both sides of the crossing is expected to give operators more options in managing ships and traffic, particularly during peak demand or when specific berths face constraints.

What is being upgraded

The current project focuses on increasing the load rating of Dermaga II at Gilimanuk to 50 tons so that it can serve heavier trucks and other large logistics vehicles. Local media reporting on ASDP’s plans notes that the capacity before the upgrade was in the 20–30 ton range, meaning the works represent a significant increase in the strength of the berth infrastructure.

On the eastern side of the route, at Ponton Dermaga Ketapang, ASDP is preparing to convert the pontoon facility into a permanent Moveable Bridge able to handle vehicles up to 50 tons. Company representatives and regional outlets have described the two projects as complementary: when completed, the pair of upgraded berths are expected to function as matched service points for heavier vehicles, giving operators more flexibility to adjust ship deployment and loading patterns.

ASDP and regional officials have said the higher-capacity berths are aimed at easing queues for trucks and improving the flow of logistics traffic. The projects are part of a package of measures that also includes discussions on buffer areas near the ports, supporting access roads, and fleet adjustments to support operations on the Ketapang–Gilimanuk line and other nearby routes.

Key project data

Based on ASDP’s announcement and regional news coverage, the following points summarise the main elements of the Gilimanuk–Ketapang capacity upgrade initiative:

• Dermaga II Gilimanuk capacity after upgrade: 50 tons
• Ponton Dermaga Ketapang: planned conversion into a permanent Moveable Bridge rated at 50 tons
• Purpose: to improve service reliability, operational flexibility and logistics capacity on the Ketapang–Gilimanuk crossing
• Target users: larger logistics vehicles, including heavy trucks that previously relied on specialised landing craft mechanised facilities
• Operational context: part of medium- and long-term measures to address congestion and support resilient ferry operations between Java and Bali

What travellers should expect

ASDP and local authorities have emphasised that sea conditions, vessel availability and traffic patterns will continue to influence day-to-day operations on the crossing, even after the upgraded berths are in service. The company has stated that decisions on ship deployment and berth usage take into account traffic volumes, readiness of vessels and facilities, and weather and sea conditions, with safety remaining the priority.

During the construction phase, travellers may encounter dynamic operating arrangements, including temporary changes to berth usage and traffic management. ASDP has advised passengers and freight operators to monitor current service information before travelling and indicated that updates and assistance are available through its customer contact channels.

ASDP has not published detailed figures on current vehicle processing times at Dermaga II Gilimanuk or Ponton Dermaga Ketapang, nor has it released quantitative forecasts of how much queues or transit times will improve after the upgrade. While the increase to a 50-ton capacity is expected to help distribute heavy vehicle traffic more evenly and offer more routing options, the precise impact on waiting or processing times remains unquantified.

Sources

• Bali Post – Dermaga Gilimanuk Diperbaiki, ASDP Siapkan Siasat Urai Kepadatan Jawa–Bali
• RRI Jember – ASDP Tingkatkan Kapasitas Dermaga Ketapang-Gilimanuk
• Analisadaily – ASDP Bahas Strategi Urai Kepadatan dan Perkuat Layanan Ketapang-Gilimanuk
• PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero)