Integrating circular economy principles in small peripheral ports: a case study of Badas Port

Wiradanti, Bahana, Umar, Yusuf Ferdian, Wahyunita, Tri, Nasrun, Jumhari and Pettit, Stephen ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7265-4079 2025. Integrating circular economy principles in small peripheral ports: a case study of Badas Port. Presented at: International Association of Maritime Economists, Bergen, Norway, 25-27 June 2025.

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Abstract

The Circular Economy (CE) concept is gaining global importance, particularly in the maritime industry due to its significant resource consumption and environmental impact. Ports, as critical nodes in supply chains, are increasingly viewed as hubs for sustainability efforts. However, limited research exists on adopting CE principles in small peripheral ports. This paper examines how CE principles can be implemented in Badas Port, in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, which predominantly handles corn, livestock, and containers under 10,000 TEUs annually. Badas Port’s challenges include dependency on limited shipping routes and fluctuating cargo volumes. This study employs a mixed-methods approach, including field observations and interviews with stakeholders like port operators, cargo owners, and local businesses. The output describes a proposed plan for development of Badas Port. Findings indicate that implementing CE activities in small peripheral ports is feasible. Unlike larger hub ports that benefit from consolidation and higher volumes, small ports should prioritise increasing cargo volumes and attract businesses through CE initiatives, which can drive economic growth and sustainability simultaneously. Fostering stakeholder collaboration and leveraging the port's role as sustainability hubs are also essential. This study provides practical recommendations and highlights the transformative potential of CE principles in small peripheral ports worldwide.

Item Type:	Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
Status:	Unpublished
Schools:	Schools > Business (Including Economics)
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	30 July 2025
Last Modified:	01 Aug 2025 15:45
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/180141

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