Korea–Indonesia MTCRC supports the regular survey conducted by ITB on August 4–5, 2025, in the Cirebon seawaters, West Java. The survey, led by Dr. Lamona I. Bernawis, M.Sc., was conducted in line with student guidance activities for the Earth Science Master’s Program (S2) and Oceanography Bachelor’s Program (S1). The main focus included CTD measurements, current speed monitoring (ADCP), and water sampling for Chlorophyll, TSM, and CDOM, contributing valuable data for marine environmental analysis.

On August 5, 2025, marks an important milestone as Pusan National University and Korea–Indonesia MTCRC officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding, paving the way for joint research, academic exchange, and innovative development in marine science and technology.

As part of the Korea–Indonesia Ocean Technology Capacity Enhancement Actions (KIOTEC-CEA) project—an endorsed Decade Action under the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021–2030)—a  Master's Degree Awardee Seminar 2025 was held to showcase the research progress of 12 selected students from six Indonesian partner universities (ITB, UNDIP, UNHAS, UGM, UNPATTI, and IPB) on July 30, 2025. Organized by Korea–Indonesia MTCRC and KIOST, this event served as a platform for awardees to present their thesis topics, ranging from coastal ecology to fisheries technology and applied oceanography, before an expert panel including national and international representatives such as BRIN, Indonesian universities, and Pukyong National University (Korea).

Korea-Indonesia MTCRC supports a collaborative field survey on 14-15 of July 2025 at Jakarta Bay. This survey initiated by IPB University under the APN project "Harnessing Earth Observation (EO) to Enhance Decision-Making for EuHAB Impact Mitigation and Adaptation," led by Prof. Dr. Jonson Lumban Gaol.

This joint research involves international partners including Burapha University (Thailand) and JAMSTEC (Japan). The objectives of this survey include collecting remote sensing reflectance (Rrs) and water quality & ocean parameter data.

As part of Korea’s ongoing support for marine science and technology development in Indonesia, the second Marine Survey Equipment Training under the ODA KIOTEC project was held on July 7–10, 2025, at the KIOTEC Office in Ancol, Jakarta. This initiative, launched in June 2024 in Busan, involves collaboration between Kemenko Pangan, BPPSDMKP, MOF Korea, KIOST, and MTCRC. The training was attended by 40 ODA KIOTEC scholarship recipients from ITB, UGM, UNDIP, and UNPATTI, along with 8 BPPSDMKP–KKP representatives, focusing on Multibeam Echo Sounder (MBES) operation and seabed mapping.

On July 10th 2025, representatives from the Korea Institute of Geoscience and Mineral Resources (KIGAM) visited the MTCRC Cirebon Center. Accompanied by MTCRC Director Dr. Park Hansan, the delegation toured the facilities, including the equipment room, chemical laboratory, and the computer training lab for data processing.  This visit marks another step in strengthening collaborative ties and advancing marine science and technology between Korea and Indonesia.

On 2 July 2025, Dr. Park Hansan was elected as Vice-Chairperson (Officer of the Commission) for the 2025–2027 term.

Congratulations! This appointment is a true recognition of his outstanding commitment and leadership. The photo features the composition of the IOC Assembly and Executive Council members for the 2025–2027 period.

On July 1, 2025, the Korea-Indonesia Marine Technology Cooperation Research Center (MTCRC) Cirebon Center welcomed a delegation from Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT). The delegation was warmly welcomed by Mr. Chungkyung Jeon, Head of Department at MTCRC, and participated in a guided tour of the center’s laboratories, where they were introduced to various ongoing research and technological developments in the marine sector. As part of their agenda, they also visited the ARA Boat at Pelindo Pier, accompanied by representatives from Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB), fostering further regional collaboration in the field of marine science.

The Korea-Indonesia MTCRC supported a survey conducted by ITB in the Cirebon waters on June 26, 2025. Led by Dr. Lamona I Bernawis, an Oceanography lecturer at ITB, the survey focused on measuring oceanographic parameters, monitoring sea currents, and collecting turbidity data along the Cirebon coastline.

On 23–25 June 2025, MTCRC supported the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science, Universitas Padjadjaran (UNPAD), in conducting a field survey as part of the Lecturer Competency Research 2025.

The project, titled “Integrating Advanced Remote Sensing for Climate Risk Assessment”, focuses on applying Drone LiDAR and Satellite Mapping to evaluate climate risks in the Pangandaran coastal area. MTCRC contributed to the success of this survey by providing technical support and necessary equipment. The outcomes will help shape future coastal resilience strategies and climate-related policy development. 

As part of the ODA Project entitled “Application System for Managing Indonesian Waters Using the Korean Geostationary Satellite”, MTCRC and KIOST conducted a photometric survey in Makassar waters from 10 to 20 June 2025 using the TriOS RAMSES hyperspectral radiometer.

This activity focuses on the measurement of water-leaving radiance, sky radiance, and downward irradiance with the objective of deriving sea surface reflectance. The resulting data will support the verification of remote sensing observations from the Cheollian-2B FD satellite. It continues the joint survey efforts carried out in 2022, 2023 and 2024.

On June 17–18, 2025, a Korean delegation from KHOA, KIOST, and Moonsoft visited Indonesia to explore cooperation in marine and oceanographic fields. The visit began with a meeting with the Coordinating Ministry for Food Affairs (CMFA) to discuss bilateral collaboration in ocean-related food sectors. The delegation then visited KIOTEC and the MTCRC Cirebon Center, accompanied by MTCRC Director Mr. Park Hansan, to tour the facilities, explore marine equipment, observe research activities, and identify opportunities for future collaboration.

Mrs. Ivonne Radjawane, Ph.D., the Indonesian Director of MTCRC, was honored to serve as a national speaker at the 12th National and 8th International SYMARFISH, hosted by the Faculty of Marine Science and Fisheries, Hasanuddin University. Held at Unhas Hotel and Convention in Makassar on June 15th, 2025.

The conference carried the theme "Blue Economy: Innovative Science-driven Pathways to Achieve SDGs." During her presentation, Mrs. Ivonne also gave a brief introduction to the Korea-Indonesia MTCRC. Her participation highlighted MTCRC’s continued commitment to advancing marine science and sustainable development in Indonesia.

Korea-Indonesia MTCRC support Diponegoro University in the Marine Heatwaves Project through a joint research initiative focusing on detecting bleached coral using hyperspectral sensor in Nusa Dua, Bali on May 26-30, 2025. This collaboration involves the use of advanced benthic mapping technology to better understand the impact of marine heatwaves on coral ecosystems.

This initiative is conducted in partnership with Diponegoro University, Tohoku University, and the University of the Philippines as part of the e-Asia Joint Research Program.

The Korea-Indonesia MTCRC successfully held the Korea Visit Program from May 19 to 24, 2025. It was conducted as part of the implementation of the ODA KIOTEC which has been officially recognized as one of the “Endorsed Projects” of the UN Ocean Decade. Delegations coming from policymaking stakeholders (Kemenko Pangan, BPPSDMKP) and ODA KIOTEC's scholarship awardee from ITB, IPB, UGM, UNDIP, and UNHAS. Throughout the program, participants had the opportunity to visit several prominent maritime institutions and facilities in Busan, and also a cultural visit in Seoul. The program created space for dialogue on potential collaborative research projects to address global marine and environmental issues. 

The Korea-Indonesia Marine Technology Cooperation Research Center (MTCRC) supported a field course for students from the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences at Universitas Padjadjaran (FPIK UNPAD) in the mangrove ecosystem area of Cirebon. After the field activities, around 86 students, 12 practicum assistants, and 3 lecturers also had the opportunity to visit the MTCRC Cirebon Center office at ITB Watubelah, Cirebon. During this visit, MTCRC showcased various marine survey instruments and laboratory facilities, which were provided through grants from the Korean government. 

On May 6, 2025, Korea-Indonesia MTCRC visited Karawang Polytechnic of Marine and Fisheries (Poltek KP Karawang), an institution under the Agency for Marine and Fisheries Extension and Human Resources Development (BPPSDMKP). 

MTCRC Directors and staff were warmly welcomed by Poltek KP Karawang Director, Mr. Guntur Prabowo, and Vice Director, Mr. Achmad Suhermanto, who provided an overview of the polytechnic’s programs and activities. This visit was intended to strengthen and further develop the ongoing collaboration between BPPSDMKP and MTCRC.

The Korea-Indonesia Marine Technology Cooperation Research Center (MTCRC) continued its effort on capacity building program in the form of a training titled "Special Training Course: Marine Survey Equipment Training" on April 22–24, 2025, at the KIOTEC Office in Ancol. A total of 20 participants from PKP Pangandaran, PKP Karawang, the Polytechnic of Fishery Business Experts (AUP), and the Tegal Fisheries Business School (SUPM) took part in a three-day training focused on the operation and application of marine survey instruments—ADCP and CTD. Over the course of three days, participants received both theoretical and practical sessions, including data collection and processing.