Abstract:
Wangga Permana, Achmad. 2025. “Analysis of Factors Causing Cement Cargo
Damage in the Line loading Process on MV. Perkasa and Optimazation Efforts”
The importance of efficient cement distribution in supporting infrastructur
development in Indonesia, especially in remote areas accsible only by sea, is paramount.
MV. Perkasa faces challanges related to cement cargo damage during the loading process,
particularly during line loading. This research aims to identify the factors causing cement
cargo damage during the line loading process on MV. Perkasa, analyze the negative
impact of cement cargo damage, and explore efforts to optimize the loading process. The
research method used is descriptive qualitative, with data collection techniques including
observation, interviews, adn documentation. The data is analyzed thematically to identify
the factors causing cargo damage, the impacts, and the optimization efforts that can be
implemented.
The research result indicate that the factors causing cement cargo damage include
suboptimal equipment checks, the skills of the crew, and poorly maintained equipment
conditions. The impact of cement cargo damage includes delays (demurrage) and labor
losses for the crew. Furthermore, the optimization efforts that can be implemented include
improving the skills and familiarization of the crew regarding the operation of loading
equipment, increasing the maintenance of loading equipment, and supervision by officers
on board the ship. This research is expected to contribute to scientific knowledge and
insight, as well as provide solutions for cement carrier vessles.
