Crews from around the world
Danica Crewing Specialists is able to supply your ships with a range of competent crew of many different nationalities. Here is some information to help you decide who best suits your needs. Indonesia fact sheet
| General |
Located between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean,
Indonesia is the world’s largest archipelagic country and
has long been recognised as a true maritime nation.
With more than 17,000 islands stretching across the equator, the sea is not only a means of transportation but also an essential part of Indonesia’s identity, culture and history. Indonesia is a full member of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and is fully compliant with all major maritime conventions, including STCW and MLC. |
|---|---|
| Capital | Jakarta |
| Population | 278 million |
| Currency |
Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) 1 euro = 20,467 IDR (May 2026) |
| Language | Bahasa Indonesia |
| Seafaring history and traditions |
Today, Indonesia is widely recognised as one of the world’s
largest suppliers of seafarers.
Indonesian seafarers serve onboard vessels across the globe and are trusted by international shipping companies for their professionalism, adaptability, discipline, strong work ethic and loyalty. In total, Indonesia has approximately 1.4 million seafarers, combining internationally and domestically deployed seafarers. |
| Number of officers | 60,000 internationally deployed officers |
| Number of ratings |
80,000 internationally deployed deck and engine ratings.
In addition, a considerable number of Indonesians serve as hospitality staff in the cruise industry. |
| Vessel types | Indonesian seafarers are deployed across a wide range of vessel types. |
| Key maritime cities / Seafarer hubs | Jakarta, Surabaya, Batam, Semarang and Belawan |
| Key maritime education and training centres | There are several maritime education institutions across Indonesia. Officer education is provided at university bachelor’s degree level. |
| Danica Joint Venture Office |
Intcrews Danica M Ten Tower, 28th Floor Jl. Kapten Tendean No. 20C South Jakarta 12730 Indonesia |