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PT PELNI (PERSERO)

PRESS RELEASE

28/03/2025

Stop by the State-Owned Enterprises (SOE) Homecoming Post at Baubau Port for Free Health C

PT PELNI (Persero), in collaboration with ID FOOD and Perum Perhutani, officially launched the 2025 SOE Homecoming Post at Baubau Port on Friday (3/28).

Press Release
PT PELNI (Persero)
No: 03.28/35/PR/III/2025

Stop by the State-Owned Enterprises (SOE) Homecoming Post at Baubau Port for Free Health Checks and Reflexology Massages

Baubau, March 28, 2025 – PT Pelayaran Nasional Indonesia or PT PELNI (Persero), in collaboration with ID FOOD and Perum Perhutani, officially launched the 2025 SOE Homecoming Post at Baubau Port on Friday (3/28). Passengers traveling with PELNI ships from Baubau can get free health checks at the 2025 SOE Homecoming Post located in the port area.

Head of PELNI’s Baubau Branch, Djasman, welcomed the presence of the 2025 SOE Joint Post, which aims to provide comfort for homecoming travelers, while also showcasing the role of state-owned enterprises during the Eid homecoming season of 1446 H.
“Together with ID FOOD and Perum Perhutani, we established the 2025 SOE Homecoming Post to bring joy to travelers before they return to their hometowns,” explained Djasman.

A total of 324 passengers from Baubau Port are scheduled to depart on KM Dobondolo, heading to Ambon – Banda – Tual – Dobo – Kaimana – Fakfak.

In addition to health checks for blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels, the 2025 SOE Homecoming Post presented by PELNI, ID FOOD, and Perum Perhutani at Baubau Port also offers reflexology massage services for travelers. Free medication is also available for those found to be unwell during the health check.

“We also provide medication for passengers diagnosed with health issues. For those who participate in the health check or enjoy the reflexology service, we’ll hand out gift packages. We hope the presence of this SOE Homecoming Post leaves a pleasant impression on travelers departing from Baubau,” added Djasman.

In addition to Baubau, PELNI is also collaborating with ID FOOD, Perum Perhutani, and Jasa Raharja to open 2025 SOE Homecoming Posts at Semarang and Batam Ports.

ID FOOD Corporate Secretary VP Yosdian Adi Pramono encouraged the public to take advantage of the SOE Homecoming Posts, especially those passing through or arriving at Tanjung Emas Port in Semarang, Central Java, and Murhum Port in Baubau, Southeast Sulawesi.
“We invite the public to stop by and enjoy the free services provided. These SOE Homecoming Posts will also be available during the return flow after Eid,” he explained.

To support a joyful and pleasant homecoming experience, as encouraged by the Government and the Ministry of SOEs, PELNI passengers can now use digital platforms such as the PELNI Mobile app or the official PELNI website.

PELNI tickets are also available through various banking applications such as BCA Mobile Lifestyle, Sukha Livin Mandiri, BNI agen46, BRImo, as well as Indomaret and OMI Indomaret partners, Alfamart and Alfamidi networks, ATA Tour, Fastpay, easybook.com, via.com, MMBC, Darmawisata Indonesia, Versa, and Topindo.

For payments, PELNI collaborates with Bank BTN, BRIVA, BNI Virtual Account, Permata Bank, Mandiri Virtual Account, Indomaret and OMI Indomaret partners, Alfamart and Alfamidi, iSaku, Finpay, and Fastpay.

About PELNI

PELNI is a state-owned enterprise engaged in shipping services. The company currently operates 25 passenger ships that serve 511 segments across 1,359 routes and call at 74 ports.

In addition to passenger transport, PELNI also operates 30 pioneer routes that serve as vital access for residents in the 3TP (Frontier, Outermost, and Underdeveloped) regions, with these pioneer vessels visiting 230 ports across a total of 522 segments. PELNI also operates 18 rede vessels. In the logistics sector, PELNI runs 8 sea toll routes and one dedicated livestock vessel route.

For further information, please contact:
Ditto Pappilanda
Corporate Communication Manager
PT PELNI (Persero)
Phone: +62 21 6334342 ext 13106

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