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Indonesia’s Sea of Fortune: Why Our Fisheries Sector Becomes an Export Mainstay

IT DMK Cargo
Nov 10, 2025
2 min read

If you have ever sat by the beach, looking at the vast Indonesian ocean, did you realize that the blue water is not only beautiful to see, but also holds extraordinary “blue gold” in value?

The Indonesian sea is a warehouse of fortune. With a coastline of more than 108 thousand kilometers and waters covering about two-thirds of the total area of the country, Indonesia is actually sitting on a gold mine. Not on land, but in the ocean.

Potential That Is No Joke

Imagine, there are more than 4,000 species of fish living in Indonesian seas. From tuna, skipjack, shrimp, to seaweed, all of them have big markets in the world. According to data from the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) the export value of Indonesian fishery products in 2024 reached US$ 5.95 billion, an increase of 5.7% compared to the previous year.

But it’s not only about export numbers. This is about how the sea gives life to millions of fishermen and families on the coast. From Sabang to Merauke, the sea becomes a source of livelihood, culture, and hope.

Why Can It Become an Export Mainstay?

The quality of Indonesian fish is recognized by the world.

The tropical sea makes fish grow healthy and rich in nutrients. Many foreign buyers are willing to pay high prices because of its good quality.

The diversity of our fishery products is extraordinary.

From fresh fish to processed products such as tuna floss, fillets, fish nuggets, all can compete in the global market.

Technology and innovation are starting to enter.

In the past, fishermen relied heavily on the weather. Now many startups and initiatives help fishermen with satellite data, fish prediction applications, and cold chain systems so that the catch remains fresh until it reaches the export market.

Challenges That Still Need to Be Solved

Of course, not everything goes smoothly. Challenges such as illegal fishing, access to capital, and port infrastructure are still big homework. But the good news is that awareness of the importance of sustainable marine management is getting higher. Many young generations are starting to be interested in entering the world of fisheries, not only as traditional fishermen, but also as innovators and business actors who are literate in technology.

The Sea Is the Future

If managed wisely, the Indonesian sea can become the main support of the national economy. Not only for today, but also for the future. From growing seafood exports, empowerment of coastal communities, to the potential of marine tourism, all are rooted in one thing: the sea that we protect together.

So, What Can We Do?

Start from small things. Support local fishery products, reduce plastic waste, and spread awareness that the sea is not a place to dump waste, but a source of life.

Love Indonesia’s Sea

Let’s love Indonesia’s seafood by buying local fishery products, supporting our fishermen, and becoming the generation that protects the archipelago’s “blue gold.”