PELNI Passenger Numbers Soar by Up to 120 Percent

PT PELNI (Persero) has recorded a significant surge in passenger numbers following the implementation of a government economic stimulus policy, offering a 50% discount on PELNI ship tickets starting June 5, 2025, for departures until July 31, 2025.

Press Release
PT PELNI (Persero)
No: 06.15/50/PR/VI/2025

Ticket Prices Slashed by 50 Percent, PELNI Passenger Numbers Soar by Up to 120 Percent

Jakarta, June 15, 2025 – PT Pelayaran Nasional Indonesia or PT PELNI (Persero) has recorded a significant surge in passenger numbers following the implementation of a government economic stimulus policy, offering a 50% discount on PELNI ship tickets starting June 5, 2025, for departures until July 31, 2025.

According to sales data from June 5 to June 14, 2025, a total of 197,625 passengers have booked PELNI ship tickets for travel through the end of July 2025. This figure marks a 138% increase compared to the same period last year, which saw 142,917 passengers. The rise coincides with the upcoming school holiday from June 26 to July 13, 2025.

PELNI Corporate Secretary Evan Eryanto stated that the surge reflects strong public enthusiasm for the economic stimulus policy. “During the first week of the discount implementation, we recorded the highest sales on June 10, with 24,924 passengers. This indicates that the 50% discount has encouraged families, in particular, to take advantage of the school holidays for vacations or homecomings,” said Evan.

Despite the spike in passenger numbers, Evan emphasized that safety remains a top priority. The company continues to coordinate with port authorities to monitor the maximum capacity onboard to ensure smooth embarkation and disembarkation processes.

“We also urge passengers to book tickets early through official channels and arrive at the port on time with proper identification. We remain committed to ensuring our fleet is ready to serve the public during the school holiday period,” Evan added.

As part of its support for government programs, PELNI aims to ensure that this ticket discount initiative enhances interregional connectivity in Indonesia, promotes domestic tourism, and expands public access to safe and affordable sea transportation. Through this initiative, PELNI contributes to the government's vision of boosting the national economy by increasing mobility and tourism activities during the holiday season.

The PELNI ticket discount policy applies across all official PELNI ticket sales channels, including the PELNI Mobile app, PELNI website, contact center 162, branch ticket counters, BCA Mobile Lifestyle feature, Sukha by Livin Mandiri, BNI Agen46, BRImo, Indomaret and OMI (Indogrosir partners), Alfamart and Alfamidi outlets, ATA Tour, Fastpay, easybook.com, via.com, MMBC, Darmawisata Indonesia, as well as Versa and Topindo.

For payments, PELNI has partnered with Bank BTN, BRIVA, BNI Virtual Account, Permata Bank, Mandiri Virtual Account, Indomaret and OMI (Indogrosir partners), Alfamart and Alfamidi networks, iSaku, Finpay, and Fastpay.

Terms and Conditions of the Ticket Discount:

1. The discount period is valid for ticket purchases and departures from June 5, 2025, until July 31, 2025.

2. Tickets purchased before June 5, 2025, at normal fares are not eligible for a refund of the price difference.

3. The discount does not apply to departures after July 31, 2025.

4. The discount applies to both class and economy tickets for all passenger ship routes.

5. The discount is 50% off the base fare and does not include insurance and port entrance fees.

6. The discount is available through all official PT PELNI (Persero) ticket sales channels.

7. Passengers must travel with identification that matches the name on the ticket.

8. If the discount ticket quota runs out before July 31, 2025, subsequent ticket purchases will be charged at the normal fare.

About PELNI

As a State-Owned Enterprise engaged in maritime transportation, PELNI currently operates 25 passenger ships serving 511 segments across 1,359 routes and calling at 74 ports.

In addition to passenger services, PELNI also operates 30 pioneer routes that provide accessibility for residents in underdeveloped, frontier, and outermost (3TP) areas. These pioneer vessels call at 230 ports across 522 segments. PELNI also operates 18 rede vessels. In the logistics sector, PELNI currently operates 8 sea toll routes and one dedicated livestock ship route.

For more information, please contact:
Ditto Pappilanda
Corporate Communications Manager
PT PELNI (Persero)
Phone. +62 21 6334342 ext. 1310