Evaluation of the Effectiveness of ARTG as an Alternative to Manual RTG at the Semarang Container Terminal

Authors

  • Faizal Ridho Alfianto Universitas PGRI Semarang
  • Agus Mukhtar Universitas PGRI Semarang
  • Aan Burhanuddin Universitas PGRI Semarang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56862/irajtma.v4i2.259

Keywords:

Automated RTG, Port, Cost efficiency, Workplace safety.

Abstract

This study evaluates the effectiveness of Automated Rubber Tyred Gantry (ARTG) as an alternative to manual RTG operations at the Semarang Container Terminal. The research focuses on productivity (boxes/hour), maintenance cost efficiency (IDR/month), and workplace safety (number of incidents). A descriptive quantitative case study was conducted from March to May 2025. Results show that ARTG improved productivity by 11.25%, reduced maintenance costs by 46.5%, and recorded zero incidents compared to four incidents with manual RTG. All differences were statistically significant (p < 0.05). These findings indicate that ARTG enhances operational efficiency and safety in port operations. Gradual implementation of ARTG is recommended, considering digital infrastructure readiness, human resource training, and policy support.

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Published

2025-08-20

How to Cite

Alfianto, F. R., Mukhtar, A. ., & Burhanuddin, A. . (2025). Evaluation of the Effectiveness of ARTG as an Alternative to Manual RTG at the Semarang Container Terminal. IRA Jurnal Teknik Mesin Dan Aplikasinya (IRAJTMA), 4(2), 195–201. https://doi.org/10.56862/irajtma.v4i2.259

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Scientific Article