Get to Know Us
Biro Klasifikasi Indonesia (BKI) is the national classification society of Indonesia, established in 1964 to strengthen the country's maritime independence. For more than six decades, BKI has been trusted for its independence, integrity, and expertise in safeguarding assets across the maritime, energy, infrastructure, and industrial sectors. As a Classification Society, BKI develops and applies technical standards for the design, construction, and survey of ships and offshore structures. Vessels built and maintained in accordance with these standards are awarded a Classification Certificate, confirming compliance with recognized international safety and quality benchmarks.
BKI also carries out statutory survey and certification services on behalf of the Government of Indonesia and foreign flag states. These include Load Line, ISM Code, and ISPS Code certification, ensuring compliance with IMO conventions and global maritime regulations. Over the years, BKI has evolved into a comprehensive TICCS service provider (Testing, Inspection, Certification, Classification, and Statutory), supporting industries through inspection, testing, consultancy, and certification services. Our solutions are designed to ensure safety, reliability, and sustainability across multiple sectors. Headquartered in Jakarta with branch offices in major Indonesian ports and Singapore, BKI also maintains cooperative agreements with leading international classification societies, including mutual recognition and dual class arrangements.
Our Vision
- To be a global and world class Indonesian integrated assurance group that is innovative, trusted and value creating to stakeholders
Our Mission
- Providing added value to stakeholders through assuring compliance to quality standard as well as increasing efficiency, safety, and security;
- Providing comprehensive and trusted services by strengthening capacity and capabilities related to human resources, technology, and innovation through synergy and business integration;
- Expanding networks and strengthening reputation at the global level in order to support the vision of Golden Indonesia 2045.
Meet Our Board of Directors
Meet the strategic minds actively guiding the strategic growth of BKI, driving innovation and positioning our organization to lead in an era of profound industrial transformation.
The Faces of Innovation
R. Benny Susanto
President Director
Arief Budi Permana
Director of Classification Business Operations
Erwin Ernanto Hoesni
Director of Commercial Business Operations
R. Agus Doddy Dwi Sagita
Director of Finance, Risk Management and Business Support
Our history
BKI (PT Biro Klasifikasi Indonesia) is a classification bureau for marine services with a rich history of professional expertise. As Indonesia's only national classification body, BKI is entrusted by the government to uphold safety and quality standards for Indonesian-flagged vessels and foreign vessels operating in the country's waters. Our core mission involves applying rigorous technical standards for the design, construction, and operation of marine vessels, ensuring their seaworthiness and reliability.
1964
Founded by the Government
Biro Klasifikasi Indonesia (BKI) was established as the only national classification society appointed by the Government of the Republic of Indonesia to carry out the classification of Indonesian-flagged merchant vessels.
1977
Becoming a Limited Liability Company to Support Classification and Non-Classification Services
The Government of Indonesia issued Government Regulation No. 1 of 1977, transforming BKI from a state-owned enterprise into a Limited Liability Company (Persero). This marked the beginning of BKI’s journey as a modern classification society. Since then, BKI’s scope has expanded beyond ship classification to also cover non-classification services.
1982
Expansion into Non-Classification Commercial Services
BKI pioneered non-classification business activities, including consultancy and supervision services in maritime, industrial, and other engineering sectors. This division later became known as Commercial Services.
2003
Implementation of Good Corporate Governance
Through Notarial Deed of Neneng Salmiah No. 11 dated March 14, 2003, BKI amended its Articles of Association to expand its objectives and business fields, aligning with the principles of Good Corporate Governance (GCG). This change was recorded in the Supplement of the State Gazette of the Republic of Indonesia No. 11847 of 2003.
2010
Host of Extraordinary ACS Meeting
As a co-founder of the Asian Classification Societies (ACS), BKI hosted the Extraordinary ACS Executives Meeting, strengthening collaboration among Asian classification societies.
2017
Appointed to Conduct Statutory Certification Surveys for Indonesian-Flagged Ships
Specifically for Indonesian-flagged vessels operating internationally.
2018
Appointed to Conduct Statutory Certification Surveys for Timor Leste-Flagged Ships
2020
Elected Chairman of ACS
BKI was elected as the Chairman of the Asian Classification Societies (ACS).
2021
BKI Officially Becomes the Holding Company for Survey Services
Based on Government Regulation No. 66 of 2021 regarding the additional state capital investment in PT BKI (Persero), and the Deed of Shareholders’ Resolution, PT BKI (Persero) became the parent company of the Survey Services Holding (IDSurvey), with subsidiaries: PT Sucofindo & PT Surveyor Indonesia.
2022
Decarbonization Pilot Project
In October 2022, BKI signed a Memorandum of Understanding with several state-owned enterprises including Pertamina, PLN, Perum Perhutani, Semen Indonesia, Pupuk Indonesia, MIND ID, PTPN, and EMI to support decarbonization initiatives.
2023
Minister of SOEs Supports IDSurvey and IDX Carbon Collaboration
Minister Erick Thohir endorsed the collaboration between IDSurvey and the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) in supporting the national carbon trading system. This partnership accelerates SOEs’ decarbonization efforts and contributes to achieving Net Zero Emissions by 2060.
2024
Digital Maritime Services
On August 23, 2024, BKI held the Pre-Launch of the Maritime Cloud Platform (MCP) at Marina Batavia Sunda Kelapa, attended by the Minister of SOEs. The initiative supports Indonesia’s Net Zero Carbon Emission 2060 target and included the signing of a Letter of Intent for the SOEs’ Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM).
Present
BKI as the Internationally Recognized National Classification Authority
Today, PT BKI (Persero) remains the only national classification society in Indonesia recognized internationally to provide classification and certification in the maritime sector. BKI continues to strengthen Indonesia’s maritime sovereignty while maintaining global recognition.
Technical Committee
We are proud of our world-class technical experts, who drive innovation and ensure the highest standards for all our projects.
Duties of the Technical Committee
To provide input or recommendations on regulations and research based on practical application experience, market demand, and developments in the field of science and technology.
To conduct reviews and validation of regulations developed by BKI concerning ships, offshore structures, and regulations for industrial certification.
To review and provide recommendations on research findings that are used as input for the development of new regulations or amendments.
The membership of the Technical Committee comprises representatives from the following organizations and sectors:
- Regulatory Bodies
- Universities
- Industry Associations (including Shipowners, Shipyard, Insurance, and Ship Component Industries)
- Research Institutions
- Professional Associations
- Indonesia's largest shipowners and shipyard industries
- Internal BKI personnel