Fuel Hikes, Fisherman Operational Cost in Cilincing Increasing

The price hike on fuel (BBM) type diesel and premium becomes a serious problem to fishermen living in Cilincing, North Jakarta. As a result, those should increase operational costs to be able to go to sea.

It doesn't include our need to sail. This is because the fisherman needs supplies, such as rice, side dishes and others

In Cilincing waters, Cilincing Sub-District, there are about 300 boats, comprising sizes 3-10 gross tons (GT), which is commonly operate. Based on the data, more than 1,000 fishermen live on boats.

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Chairman of Cilincing Fisherman Association, Sudrajat admitted price hike on fuel more than 30 percent has an impact on fisherman operational cost. If it is calculated, boats type 3-5 GT will need 50 liters of solar and boat 10 GT need 400 liters of solar for once sail. Its increase is varied between Rp 100-800 thousand.

"It doesn't include our need to sail. This is because the fisherman needs supplies, such as rice, side dishes and others," he stated, Tuesday (11/18).

If the amount of fisherman needs is calculated, small boats type 3-5 GT sailing for a day, from the previous operational costs between Rp 400-600 thousand, has increased Rp 200 thousand. As for the big boats type 10 GT for 2-3 days, operational cost increased from Rp 3.5 million to Rp 5.5 million.

"We hope fish price can also be adjusted to our operational needs," he expected.

Meanwhile, Head of North Jakarta Livestock, Fishery, and Marine Sub-Department, Sri Haryati admitted there is no fuel price control program designed for fishermen. However, his side will continue to monitor the possible impact on fishermen in his region.

"We don't yet have a specific program. But we will monitor the impact among fishermen," he finished.