East Java Multipurpose Terminal (EJMT), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.'s (ICTSI) business unit in East Java, has broken ground ahead of its 2024 opening.

EJMT hosted a groundbreaking ceremony last October 12 to showcase the development of the gateway for the Lamongan, Tuban and central Java hinterlands.

In a statement, ICTSI said the development consists of a 300-meter quay line, breakwater, super heavy lift breakbulk deck, and dredging of the navigational channel to -13.5 meters.

It will be supported by two post-Panamax mobile harbour cranes and other cargo-handling equipment.

"We are very excited about this new terminal development as it will provide a new and more accessible gateway for our hinterland customers in Lamongan, Tuban and up to central Java," said Patrick Chan, EJMT chief executive officer.

He added that EJMT is "well-positioned" to support the growing economy of East Java and Indonesia, catering to an already thriving industry with this new investment.

"Lamongan Shorebase has been operating and supporting oil and gas customers since 2006. The development of EJMT will provide domestic and international access to our existing and new customers, who will also benefit from the reduced overall supply chain costs," said David Lim, PT Eastern Logistics chief executive officer.

PT Eastern Logistics is the operator of Lamongan Shorebase.

Lim added that the heavy lift deck will allow us to support the upcoming project developments in Eastern Indonesia, as well as receive decommissioned platforms.

Gerard Langes, ICTSI head of Business Development – APAC region and the Philippines, said by building positive relationships with stakeholders, ICTSI is contributing to the sustainable economic and social well-being of the local community.

Construction of the new terminal is being carried out by EJMT's local partner PT. PP (Persero).

With the current work, ICTSI said EJMT will be ready to receive its first vessel by September 2024.