Denmark, Norway To Help Achieve Indonesia's Maritime Vision

JAKARTA, Nov 29 (Antara) - Danish ambassador to Indonesia Casper Klynge and Norway's ambassador to Indonesia Stig Traavik have said various companies from their countries can help Indonesia to realize the national maritime vision. "Denmark and Norway can provide innovative and high quality solutions to make the Indonesian maritime vision come true," Ambassador Klynge stated here on Monday. According to the Danish ambassador, his government, together with the Norwegian government, wanted to be key partners in Indonesia's maritime sector. Both countries are also determined to increase trade and investment which will benefit Indonesia. Ambassador Traavik pointed out that his country and Denmark were very keen to work more closely in the maritime sector in Indonesia. "We want to be part of some very good solutions that Denmark and Norway have, particularly in terms of more efficient modern energy generation," he noted. Both Denmark and Norway are known as developed countries when it comes to ownership of vessels and maritime industries which are included in the global value chain of maritime sector. The two countries are also known internationally for their strong focus on environment-friendly maritime services and the use of sustainable and efficient energy. Meanwhile, Norway-based DNV GL Country Manager Thusitha Danwatte pointed out that a number of future technologies will be there by 2025, including virtual ship technology, ships operating in remote areas, cyber security, robots and drones. DNV GL is an international certification body and classification society with main expertise in technical assessment, advisory and risk management. Earlier, Indonesian Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Rosan Perkasa Roeslani asserted that maritime and fisheries sectors will become the economic backbone of Indonesia. "Indonesia is the largest archipelagic country and has the second-longest coastline after Canada. Therefore, the fishing industry will become the backbone of the Indonesia's economy," Rosan observed.