
Charting the Course: Surface Vessels Acquisition for Robust Maritime Defence
Opening Remarks
Anastasia Febiola S.

Anastasia Febiola S.
Charting the Course: Surface Vessels Acquisition for Robust Maritime Defence
Summary
In our most recent webinar, our Research Coordinator and Manager, Anastasia Febiola S., emphasised the need for Indonesia to modernise its aging surface warships fleet while also taking interoperability and collaborative combat capabilities into account.
Speaker
First Admiral Arif Badrudin

First Admiral Arif Badrudin
Charting the Course: Surface Vessels Acquisition for Robust Maritime Defence
Summary
In our latest webinar, First Admiral Arif Badrudin discussed the necessity to address the lack of network-centric capabilities in the existing surface vessel fleet, while also stressing the importance of enhancing response capabilities and the quality of human resources.
Speaker
Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Jan Pieter Ate

Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Jan Pieter Ate
Charting the Course: Surface Vessels Acquisition for Robust Maritime Defence
Summary
In our latest discussion, Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Jan Pieter Ate explained that new vessels must be constructed to meet key performance standards, ensuring longevity and minimising technical issues that could hinder operations over an extended period of time.
Speaker
Curie Maharani Savitri

Curie Maharani Savitri
Charting the Course: Surface Vessels Acquisition for Robust Maritime Defence
Summary
In our most recent webinar, Curie Maharani Savitri, highlighted TNI AL’s fleet expansion with Western-built vessels that enhance interoperability while emphasising the importance of avoiding ‘goldplating’—acquiring assets that may look appealing but don’t meet operational needs.
Speaker
Alman Helvas Ali

Alman Helvas Ali
Charting the Course: Surface Vessels Acquisition for Robust Maritime Defence
Summary
In our latest discussion, Alman Helvas Ali, noted the urgent need for new frigates by 2025-2029, with several international shipyards having shown interest in partnerships with local shipyards—details of which will emerge once funding is confirmed.