A new marina in Bali is being planned to support Indonesia’s vision to be a major player in the global maritime industry.
The plans for the marina have been put forward by state-owned port company PT Pelindo which wants to create a marina tourism centre development project – the Bali Maritime Tourism Hub (BMTH) at the Benoa Port of Bali.
“The new marina in Bali realises our vision to become a key player in the global maritime industry, combining the experience of comfort and quality service along with safe and world-class infrastructure,” said Pelindo President Director Arif Suhartono.
The marina is designed to have 180 docks and could accommodate more than 50 superyachts up to 90 meters in length.
It is planned for the marina to become operational in the second half of 2025 with it expected to have a multiplier effect on the development of butterfly route cruise routes that include major ports such as Tanjung Emas, Tanjung Perak, Gilimas, Labuan Bajo, and Raja Ampat.
The BMTH was launched at the ‘Sail to Indonesia Goes to BMTH’ event, organised by Pelindo and attended by more than 50 yachters from dozens of countries taking part in the Sail to Indonesia Rally.
“The development of BMTH is expected to strengthen Indonesia’s position as a major destination for maritime tourism,” said President Director of Pelindo sub-holding SPSL, Joko Noerhudha.
Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Uno, added: “Bali will have an important opportunity to promote maritime tourism destinations in Indonesia, and encourage foreign and domestic tourists visits.”
