Samudera Indonesia sets $200 million capex for 2026 expansion
Friday, February 13 2026 - 06:26 AM WIB
PT Samudera Indonesia Tbk (IDX: SMDR) has allocated capital expenditure of about $200 million, equivalent to Rp3.36 trillion, for 2026 to expand its fleet and strengthen land based infrastructure.
President Director Bani Maulana Mulia said the spending plan reflects strong shipping demand that has yet to be fully accommodated by the company’s existing capacity. He said SMDR has had to turn away some cargo due to limited vessel availability, prompting the company to accelerate fleet expansion.
The company has ordered three to five container vessels and two chemical tankers from shipyards in China, while also reviewing plans to add one LNG carrier.
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In addition to fleet expansion, SMDR will channel part of the capex toward port and logistics infrastructure. The company plans to develop port facilities, including a container terminal in Patimban, and supporting logistics infrastructure in port areas as part of a vertical integration strategy covering shipping, terminal operations and logistics services.
SMDR is also building a shipyard in Madura and is exploring further development opportunities in other parts of Indonesia.
Bani said the expansion is expected to support higher revenue and profit this year compared with 2025, without providing specific targets.
Editing by Alexander Ginting