The purchase of Jembatan Nusantara shares by ASDP triggers a polemic. This is the result of weak oversight by the state-owned enterprises ministry.

ASDP continues to expand its business, from long-distance sea-crossing services to tourism. There is an opportunity to fill the logistics shipping market niche.

The acquisition of Jembatan Nusantara shares by ASDP Indonesia Ferry leaves behind several problems. Dozens of ships are damaged, and there is a huge debt to settle.

Numerous transportation companies are having a difficult time due to mobility restrictions during the Covid-19 pandemic. ASDP Indonesia Ferry is among those facing the challenge. In May 2020, the ferry operator lost Rp71 billion a month. ASDP Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ira Puspadewi acts quickly to implement various efficiency moves, particularly through digitization of passenger service.