Depok, July 1, 2025 – In a progressive move to ensure the welfare and protection of Indonesian fishing vessel crews, the Indonesian Fisherman Association (INFISA) today announced the implementation of a pre-assessment under its Responsible Recruitment Program framework. This initiative was conducted following the expressed interest and commitment of PT. ALINDA PRIMA SENTOSA, a crew manning agency based in Depok.
This pre-assessment marks a crucial first step in ensuring that the company’s recruitment and placement processes for vessel crews align with fair, transparent, and humane labor principles. The program aims to mitigate the risks of labor rights violations, including forced labor and human trafficking, which can lead to serious legal consequences for all parties within the seafood supply chain.
PT. ALINDA PRIMA SENTOSA, established on December 7, 2011, has demonstrated its initial commitment to adopting best practices within the industry. The company received its official validation from the Ministry of Law and Human Rights of the Republic of Indonesia under Decree No. AHU-00480.AH.01.01 of 2014 and holds a Crew Agency Service Business License (SIUPPAK) No. 257.16 of 2023. Under the direction of Mr. Zulkifli, the company, located at Perum Bukit Cengkeh 2, Blok G.4 No.12, Tugu, Cimanggis, serves to meet the crewing needs of ship owners worldwide.
The step taken by PT. ALINDA PRIMA SENTOSA to undergo this pre-assessment is seen as a vital investment for the future. By implementing responsible recruitment, the company not only protects its crews but also safeguards the reputation and business continuity of its ship-owner partners. Such practices are instrumental in preventing potential legal disputes, rejection of catches in international markets, and reputational damage stemming from labor issues.
“An initiative like this is fundamental. It is about building an ethical and sustainable fishery industry ecosystem,” stated a representative from INFISA. “We welcome the interest from PT. ALINDA PRIMA SENTOSA. It signals a clear awareness and goodwill to move towards significant improvement.”
The responsible recruitment program emphasizes the importance of synergy and mutual safeguarding among all stakeholders involved. This includes ship owners who benefit from competent and well-cared-for crews, the crew members whose rights are protected, and the recruitment agencies that operate with high ethical standards.
This collaboration between an association like INFISA and a private company like PT. ALINDA PRIMA SENTOSA is expected to serve as a model for other industry players, fostering a safer and more just working environment for the heroes of Indonesia’s maritime and fishery sector.