Strategic Location Research Articles

Potential microgrid model based on hybrid photovoltaic/wind turbine/generator in the coastal area of North Sumatra

<span lang="EN-US">The high potential for renewable energy in the North Sumatra region, especially the coast of the Belawan area, needs to be exploited properly. The design that will be carried out is to explore the potential in coastal areas by simulating microgrid systems and hybrid system-based electricity installations. The method that will be used is to find the accuracy of strategic location points by considering the panel surface temperature which will later influence the power output of the power plant. Then find the ideal installation location as a reliable system when irregular climate conditions occur, of course this phenomenon will have a significant effect on energy balance and energy conversion, especially in coastal areas. The potential for installation construction will be carried out with a hybrid system using power sources from photovoltaics, wind turbines and diesel generators assisted by HOMER Pro software. The results of testing with simulations and information data that have been recorded in the software can later be used as a benchmark in planning electrical installations and also for identifying microgrid protection challenges. Then the measurement results that have been obtained for the installation of a hybrid-based microgrid system on Photovoltaic (PV) are DC output power of 618.80 W with measurements of sunny weather conditions, then the potential wind speed on the wind turbine reaches 5 m/s and the potential use of a diesel generator reaches 40% with power output capacity 1 kW.</span>

Investigating Role of Intangible Cultural Heritage in constructing the phenomenon of Narmada River Parikrama

The traces of earliest human settlements are found on the bank of rivers which are one the natural forms of drinking water which are considered as a lifeline of the settlements. Since ancient time, Indian Culture assigned motherly values to rivers because of their significance in respective regional settings. Through-out the Indian Subcontinent, traditions and rituals evolved from ages around the rivers have shaped up some commonly followed cultural aspects along with some specific rituals to the rivers. Circumambulation of River Narmada, Shri Krishna Poojan on Yamuna River Banks at Vrindavan are examples of some of these specific cultural aspects. Out of the most sacred seven rivers (Ganga, Yamuna, Godawari, Saraswati, Narmada, Sindhu, and Kaweri); River Narmada has special cultural significance with its strategic geographical location dividing Indian subcontinent in Northern and Southern parts. This research is aimed to investigate the role of intangible Heritage in constructing the phenomenon of Narmada River Parikrama based on the parameters like historical importance, poetic references, mentions in Puraans, folk culture, religious importance, TapoBhumi Narmada (रेवा तीरे तप: कुर्यात!) with the very unique cultural aspect of Parikrama (Circumambulation) of a river as a deity. Parameters to understand cultural footprints were delineated to these aspects with the focus of completing one stage of research in stipulated time schedule. The religious aspect includes Tirthsthana (Sacredscapes) on the Parikrama Path on North and South banks, rituals, and activities followed by the devotees, and the connectivity of Lord Shiva with River Narmada. A famous verse says नर्मदा का हर कंकर है शंकर! (Means, each gravel of River Narmada depicts Lord Shiva.) Hence the religious thread in cultural heritage studies is very strong and needs to be established with the Parikrama perspective. The analytical methodology for conducting research included study of various literature references about River Narmada written by historians, poets, Saints, and ancient scriptures like Puraan, Mahatmya etc. available in the form of books, doctoral research thesis, research papers and scholarly articles. These literature sources refer River Narmada focusing on various perspectives. They are critically analysed and inferences regarding role of intangible cultural footprints around Narmada River banks in forming the Phenomenon of Parikrama are summarized in this paper. Next stage of the research or a way-forwards of this research study can be continued further to establish manifestation of Parikrama Concept in the tangible cultural heritage with respect to spatial planning and built forms.

STRATEGI PEMASARAN JASA PADA HOTEL ROSALI SITUBONDO

The hotel industry is a service industry that offers room service, food and beverage providers and other services to the general public which are managed commercially. The research entitled "Service Marketing Strategy at the Rosali Hotel Situbondo" aims to analyze the marketing strategy carried out by the Rosali Hotel Situbondo. The service marketing strategy analysis used in this research is the marketing mix or 7P which consists of Product, Price, Place, Promotion, People, Physical Evidence, Process. The type of research used is qualitative research with descriptive methods where the data used is secondary data, namely literature studies. The results of this research show that the product is a room with various types and facilities. In Price, prices are determined based on the facilities that consumers will get. For promotion, use advertising promotions, personal sales, public relations and sales promotions. For location, Hotel Rosali is in a strategic location. Next process, Hotel Rosali starts with the marketing role and all marketing results processes reported by the marketing manager. And the last one is physical evidence, Hotel Rosali has a sturdy and distinctive building.

Strategi Pemasaran Produk Amanah Di Pegadaian Syariah Sangatta

This research aims to explain the marketing strategy for Amanah financing products at Pegadaian Syariah Sangatta along with supporting and inhibiting factors. This type of research is field research. The research location is at Pegadaian Syariah Sangatta. The informants for this research are the managers of UPS Pegadaian Syariah Sangatta and several of their customers. Data collection techniques use interviews, observation, documentation, and then the researcher carries out analysis. The stages in the analysis use data reduction, data display, and data verification. The conclusion of this research is that the marketing strategy for Amanah financing products implemented by Pegadaian Syariah Sangatta is with cross-selling, cold calling, literacy and canvassing strategies, and Pegadaian Syariah Sangatta has implemented marketing in accordance with the values in sharia marketing which takes the concept of the example of Rasulullah SAW, namely: Siddiq, Fathanah, Amanah, Tabligh, and Istiqamah. The supporting factors are strategic location, adequate infrastructure, facilities and infrastructure, competent human resources, cooperation with various parties, lighter financing, and easy and fast transactions. The inhibiting factors are limited product marketing, not yet flexible, and requirements that are still complicated.

Modeling of Economic And Military Expenditure of South Pacific Countries to Increase the Role of Indonesian Diplomacy through the South Pacific Defense Ministers Meeting (SPDMM) Forum

The South Pacific is a western lake for the West, Asia and China. This is because of its strategic location, abundant natural resources but minimal human resources in managing it, so that this region becomes a contest for superpower state hegemony. The purpose of this study is to analyze the relationship of causality, response in case of shock from a variable through impulse response, long-term and short-term effects of economic growth variables, investment, foreign debt, exports, imports and military expenditure, and forecasting based on actual data up to 2045. The method used in this study is VECM / VAR. Data collection was obtained from reports from the Ministry of Defense, Ministry of Economic Affairs, literature studies and previous research.

Scapa Flow: An Important Reminder of the Dangers of Vanity and the Need for Alacrity in Naval Battles

Today's world is faced with a complex and constantly changing geopolitical landscape. Tensions that occur in the world such as the South China Sea, Ukraine, the Middle East make many countries in the world wary, including Indonesia. Indonesia as the largest archipelagic country needs a sea defense strategy to safeguard its national interests. This research aims to benefit from the Scapa flow battle to strengthen Indonesia's sea defenses. This research uses the literature study method. The results showed that the strongest defense can be penetrated if not equipped with strategy and careful preparation. In conclusion: in addition to the strategic geographical location, it is necessary to pay attention to other factors such as layered defense systems, conducting patrols and tight guard around sea bases, the use of the latest technology to detect and intercept submarines, and good training for personnel.

The importance of the strategic and military location of the Sinjar mountain range

تعتبر الجبال عنصرًا طبيعيًا طوبوغرافياً، ولكن لطالما اعتبرت عاملاً مؤثرًا في العمليات العسكرية والاستراتيجية. عادة ما يمنح الموقع و المكان الجغرافي لسلسلة جبال للدول والقوات المسلحة دورًا استراتيجيًا عسكريًا مهمًا.     تؤكد هذه الدراسة على أهمية الموقع العسكري و الاستراتيجي لسلسلة جبال سنجار ، والذي كان له آثار في الماضي حتى يومنا هذا ، وتشير الدلائل إلى أنها ستتوسع هذه الآثر في المستقبل، لأنه إذا كانت الاستراتيجية العسكرية لسلسلة الجبال سنجار في الماضي مهمة لشعوب المنطقة وحكومة إقليم كردستان والعراق ، فقد أصبحت منطقة الدراسة الآن استراتيجية عسكرية واقتصادية وسياسية مهمة على المستوى الإقليمي وحتى الدولي.     ولإظهار الأهمیة الإستراتيجية العسكرية الداخلية والخارجية لمنطقة الدراسة والتي هي هدف بحثنا، تنقسم هذه الدراسة إلى مقدمة وثلاثة محاور رئيسية ، ونتيجة لذلك تم عرض النتائج الاستراتيجية العسكرية لسلسلة الجبال ، وبناءً على هذه النتائج تم عرض توصيتين على المدى القريب و البعيد.پوختە چیاكان له ‌بنه‌ڕه‌دا توخمێكی سروشتی و یه‌كه‌یه‌كی تۆپۆگرافین، به‌ڵام هه‌ر له‌ دێر زه‌مانه‌وه‌ وه‌ك  هۆكارێكی كاریگه‌ری پرۆسه‌ سه‌ربازی و ستراتیژییه‌كان سه‌یر كراون و گرنگیان پێدراوه‌، له‌ هه‌ندێك شوێن و هه‌ڵكه‌وته‌ی جوگرافی زنجیره‌ چیایه‌ك ڕۆڵێكی ستراتیژی سه‌ربازی گرنگ به‌ وڵاتان و هێزه‌ چه‌كدارییه‌كان ده‌به‌خشێت. له‌م توێژینه‌وه‌یه‌ چه‌خت له‌سه‌ر بایه‌خی شوێنی ستراتیژ و سه‌ربازی زنجیره‌ چیای شه‌نگال كراوه‌ته‌وه‌، كه‌ كاریگه‌رییه‌كان له‌كۆن هه‌بوون و له‌ئێستاش به‌رده‌وامن و ئاماژه‌كان ئه‌وه‌مان پێده‌ڵێن له‌ ئاینده‌دا فراوانتر ده‌بن، چونكه‌ ئه‌گه‌ر له ڕابردوو ستراتیژیه‌تی سه‌ربازی زنجیره‌ چیاكه‌ له‌سه‌ر ئاستی ناوخۆی بۆ خه‌ڵكی ناوچه‌كه‌ و حكومه‌تی هه‌رێم و عێراق گرنگ بووبێت، ئه‌وا له‌ ئێستادا ناوچه‌ی لێكۆڵینه‌وه‌ له‌سه‌ر ئاستی هه‌رێمی و ته‌نانه‌ت نێوده‌وڵه‌تیش بووه‌ به‌ خاوه‌ن ستراتیژیه‌تێكی سه‌ربازی، ئابوری و سیاسی گرنگ.     به‌مه‌به‌ستی ده‌رخستنی ئه‌و ستراتیژییه‌ سه‌ربازییه‌ ناوخۆیی و ده‌ره‌كیه‌ی ناوچه‌ی لێكۆڵینه‌وه‌ هه‌یه‌تی و كه‌ ئامانجی توێژینه‌وه‌كه‌مانه‌، توێژینه‌وه‌كه‌ دابه‌شكراوه‌ بۆ پێشه‌كیه‌ك و سێ ته‌وه‌ری سه‌ره‌كی، له‌ئه‌نجامدا به‌ره‌ئه‌نجامی ستراتیژی سه‌ربازی زنجیره‌ چیاكه‌ نیشان دراوه‌، پشت به‌ست به‌م ده‌رئه‌نجامه‌ش دوو پێشنیاری كورت مه‌ودا و درێژمه‌ودا خراوه‌ته‌ڕوو.

Mapping the Country’s Dependence on Indonesia’s Coal Import Market

Indonesia is one of the world's largest producers and exporters of coal. Its strategic geographical location facilitates coal export activities to consumer countries. In addition, the quality of Indonesian coal is also very suitable for steam power plants, especially sold at competitive prices on the international market. This research highlights how the world's largest coal-importing countries depend on the Indonesian coal import market. This means that Indonesian coal significantly influences the world's energy contribution. Based on this fact, the author states that the coal that Indonesia exports to importing countries dramatically affects the economic conditions of these countries. Driven by population increases, economic expansion, improved quality of life, and energy use, coal is an important energy source. Therefore, many countries import coal to meet domestic energy needs and reserve coal supplies long-term. To find out this, the author uses a qualitative research method, descriptive analysis with a dependency theory approach, that is analyzed in a world macro context using a world system perspective. In addition, the author also uses mean calculations to find the average result of the amount of coal imports for each country.

Attractiveness of Albania for Foreign Firms: An Analysis of Opportunities and Challenges

This paper examines Albania’s evolving landscape as a burgeoning destination for foreign direct investment (FDI), underscored by its strategic geographical location, economic reforms, and sectoral growth opportunities. Using a literature review methodology, we focus into an analysis of peer-reviewed articles, government reports, and international indices to construct a nuanced understanding of Albania’s economic environment, the palpable sectoral opportunities for investment, and the persistent challenges that foreign firms may encounter. This analysis reveals that Albania presents a compelling case for foreign investment, particularly in sectors like tourism, energy, agriculture, and manufacturing. Conversely, the investigation highlights significant challenges that could impede foreign investment, such as bureaucratic inefficiencies, corruption, infrastructural deficits, and legal and regulatory uncertainties. This study contributes to the broader discourse on FDI in emerging markets, offering insights into Albania’s unique position within the Western Balkans region and providing a framework for policymakers and investors to harness the full spectrum of opportunities while addressing the challenges to ensure mutual long-term benefits.
  
 Received: 19 February 2024 / Accepted: 15 March 2024 / Published: 23 March 2024

Does integrated transport topology act as a stimulus for inclusive growth and regional development in Bosnia and Herzegovina?

The transport system is a crucial component of economic development in any country. Bosnia and Herzegovina, being a country with a diverse topography, faces unique challenges and opportunities in its transport system. This paper examines the potential challenges and opportunities of the transport system in Bosnia and Herzegovina and its role in economic development. Using a qualitative research approach, we conduct an in‐depth analysis of existing literature and collect primary data through semi‐structured interviews with key stakeholders in the transport industry in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Our findings indicate that the transport system in Bosnia and Herzegovina faces significant challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, lack of modernization, limited investment, and weak institutional framework. However, there are opportunities for the development of the transport system including its strategic location as a transit hub, potential for infrastructure improvements, and its unique natural resources that can be leveraged for tourism and sustainable development. The development of the transport system can also lead to increased trade and investment, job creation, and improved social welfare. To fully realize the potential of the transport system in Bosnia and Herzegovina, policymakers and stakeholders need to work together to address the challenges and leverage the opportunities. This paper provides policy recommendations for improving the transport system, including investment in infrastructure, modernization of the transport sector, institutional strengthening, and the promotion of sustainable development. The findings of this study have significant implications for the economic development of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and countries with similar challenges and opportunities in the transport sector.

Small Entrepreneurship and Innovations in Azerbaijan

Small businesses play a critical role in the global economy by driving innovation, creating jobs and contributing to local communities. Small businesses, defined by their size, typically with fewer employees and lower revenues than large corporations, are diverse and dynamic businesses operating in a variety of industries. Small businesses in Azerbaijan are growing steadily, thanks to a combination of government initiatives, a growing startup ecosystem and a young, tech-savvy population. The country, located at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia, views innovation as a key factor in economic development. Government support for small businesses has played an important role in the development of entrepreneurship. Initiatives such as tax incentives, financing programs and simplified regulatory processes are aimed at creating an enabling environment for startups. Azerbaijan’s strategic location and rich natural resources have also opened up opportunities in various sectors, from agriculture to technology. In recent years, the field of technology startups in Azerbaijan has been gaining momentum. Baku, the capital, has become a hub of innovation, hosting events, incubators and accelerators that nurture local talent. Young entrepreneurs are using technology to create solutions that solve both local and global problems. Fintech, agritech and medtech are just some of the sectors that are seeing notable innovation. Despite progress, challenges remain such as access to finance, market competition and the need for further infrastructure development. However, the entrepreneurial spirit in Azerbaijan remains strong, with a growing emphasis on collaboration, knowledge sharing and mentoring. As small businesses continue to drive economic diversification and technological progress, Azerbaijan is positioning itself as a promising landscape for innovative entrepreneurship.

The role of greenfield investment and investment freedom on environmental quality: testing the EKC hypothesis for EU countries

ABSTRACT Foreign investments, viewed as a matter of social responsibility, can improve environmental quality in the host country. In addition, although foreign investors promote economic development because they prefer countries where environmental policies are not stringent, they may increase environmental degradation by transferring dirty industries to host countries. However, in EU countries, environmental policies are strictly implemented, and incentives are offered to increase investments in clean sectors. In this context, there is a widespread opinion that greenfield investments will be environmentally friendly thanks to environmental regulations in EU countries. Despite this, no study has been found that analyzes these views empirically. In this study, the effect of greenfield investment and investment freedom on environmental quality in EU countries for the period 2003–2022 is investigated with panel cointegration and long-run estimators within the framework of the EKC hypothesis. According to the results of the study, while greenfield investment increases environmental quality in Italy and Romania, investment freedom increases environmental quality in Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, Italy and Spain. The EU should set a standard in order to attract environmentally friendly foreign investments, taking into account its strategic location and infrastructure.

Spatial Appropriations Over Europe’s Borderland: El Principe’s Growth as a Vestige of Colonial Urbanism

My work investigates the spatial transformations generated by conflicting competencies in the border city of Ceuta, a Spanish exclave on the northernmost tip of Morocco. Due to its strategic location, Ceuta became the gateway to the Spanish Protectorate over Morocco. Its implemented masterplan was rooted in the colonial urbanizing strategy of social segregation; yet failed to encompass the entirety of the territory, rendering the border area a site for informal urban settlements. Spain’s 1986 accession to the EU granted the exclave a new role as an icon of Fortress Europe, hindering migration movements toward mainland Europe and, due to the municipality’s neglect of the multifarious stranded migrant groups, settlements ballooned into districts along the border checkpoints. This article investigates the spatial conflicts generated by the border and how these, in turn, shape the borderland. It examines how supra-national actors manipulate urban planning to establish dominance, ostracizing the border region, and studies whether migrants’ spatial practices can effectively disrupt their socio-spatial segregation. Focusing on the border district of El Principe, a twofold methodology is followed: A top-down perspective is built through mapping, examining historical masterplans, policy analysis, and interviews, and a bottom-up stance is included, grounded on participant observation and semi-structured interviews, revealing migrants’ spatial appropriation tactics.

Strategic Warehouse Location Selection in Business Logistics: A Novel Approach Using IMF SWARA–MARCOS—A Case Study of a Serbian Logistics Service Provider

Business logistics encompasses the intricate planning, seamless implementation, and precise control of the efficient and effective movement and storage of goods, services, and associated information from their origin to their final consumption point. The strategic placement of facilities is intricately intertwined with business logistics, exerting a direct influence on the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of supply chain operations. In the realm of business logistics, decisions regarding the location of facilities, including warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing plants, assume a pivotal role in shaping the overarching logistics strategy. Warehouses, serving as pivotal nodes in the supply chain network, establish crucial links at both local and global markets. They serve as the nexus connecting suppliers and customers across the entire supply chain, thus constituting indispensable elements that significantly impact the overall performance of the supply chain. The optimal location of warehouses is paramount for efficient supply chains, ensuring minimized costs and bigger profits. The decision on warehouse location exerts a profound influence on investment costs, operational expenses, and the distribution strategy of a company, thereby playing a substantial role in elevating customer service levels. Hence, the primary objective of this paper is to propose a novel methodology grounded in the application of the Improved Fuzzy Stepwise Weight Assessment Ratio Analysis (SWARA)-Measurement of Alternatives and Ranking according to Compromise Solution (MARCOS) methods for determining warehouse locations tailored to a logistics service provider (LSP) operating in the Serbian market. Through the definition of seven evaluation criteria based on a comprehensive literature review and expert insights, this study aims to assess five potential locations. The findings suggest that the proposed model offers great decision support for effectively addressing challenges akin to the one presented in this study.

NATO’S POSITION ON THE UKRAINIAN CRISIS AND ITS FUTURE (2014-2022)

The twenty-first century has brought new security challenges, some of which are taking place close to European borders, the most notable of which was the Russian attack on Ukraine, which challenged European political principles and basic values, and which came as a test of the strength of the European Union. The unity and power of the West, and it was a shock that made Europe wake up to threats that were possible and had actually been implemented. It had to respond and acknowledge that it was facing a military threat, and as a result the European Union had to strengthen its security and decided to strengthen cooperation with NATO Increasing the size of defense budgets is the way to do this. The European security strategy needed to be reviewed and updated, taking into account changes in the strategic environment, types of challenges, lack of resources, integration processes, and the positions of European citizens and decision-makers in Europe and the United States. Therefore, the European Union must seriously consider To the new challenges, the complex nature of security threats, the new political environment and the legal framework formulated after the Lisbon Treaty in 2009, In the new strategic concept of NATO in 2010, the problem of the Crimean Peninsula and its annexation to the Russian side demonstrated the importance of its strategic location, which made it the focus of an international crisis, and witnessed positions and interventions that amounted to a Russian-Ukrainian collision (the main parties to the crisis), with the presence of secondary driving parties. It has, largely like the United States and NATO, and the relationship between NATO, which was founded in 1949, and Ukraine, is one of the most important partnerships of the alliance. In 1994, Ukraine was the first country to join - after the Baltic states - the NATO Partnership for Peace, and in 1997 it was established The (NATO-Ukraine) Committee, under which Ukraine adopted non alignment, rejecting aspirations for NATO membership, but all that changed in 2014, after the Russian invasion and the Ukrainian Parliament rejected that status

Tito’s Goa: deciding the growth strategy for India?

Learning outcomes The case study aims to provide students with an understanding of the challenges a business faces when operating in India. In conclusion of this study, students should be able to know why franchising is such a common way of delivering services to end users, describe the “place” decisions of physical channels, and be familiar with the strategic and tactical location considerations and devise a growth strategy to expand the business. Case overview/synopsis Situated at Tito’s Lane in North Goa, Tito’s was the discotheque founded by Tito Henry D’Souza in 1971. The company offered restaurant, concert space and nightclub services to music and party lovers from diverse locations. Ricardo D’Souza and David D’Souza (both brothers) spearheaded the business. Ricardo understood the growth of markets and the factors driving the growth in India. The key factors driving the Tito’s and pub, bar, café and lounge business in India were rising disposable incomes among Indians, nightlife parties by young individuals and preference for quality food and alcoholic beverages among the customers. By seeing the opportunities in 2022, Ricardo considered expanding its business across India. How should Ricardo move to expand its business and offerings? What strategies should they devise for the growth of the business? Complexity academic level This case study is designed for use in undergraduate programs like Bachelor of Business Administration. It is ideal for strategy and services marketing. Theoretical frameworks like the Ansoff matrix are suitable for analyzing the case study to understand the growth of the business. Supplementary materials Teaching notes are available for educators only. Subject code CSS 8: Marketing.

Decision Support System for Determining New Branch Location Applying the MAUT Method with ROC Weighting

The new branch location is close to people's activities with the availability of adequate facilities, making it convenient for consumers to access the services/products they need. The determination of the feasibility of a new branch location by several product or service producers still uses an inaccurate system, which can lead to problems in determining a strategic and targeted new branch location. However, there are some challenges in selecting a new branch location, so the utilization of technology is considered efficient, easy, and flexible, widely used by entrepreneurs, especially in determining new branch locations. This is done by using the assistance of a decision support system, which is expected to help determine an efficient and strategic new branch location. The aid comes in the form of a Decision Support System using the MAUT method with ROC weighting. After calculating each criterion and alternative, the best ranking is obtained for alternative A6 with a value of 0.6847. This way, business groups will not have difficulty in determining a new branch location through alternatives and criteria. The use of the MAUT method with ROC weighting is expected to assist in obtaining the best and valid alternatives up to the ranking stage

Analyzing land use changes in Grogol District, Sukoharjo, Indonesia: A study from 2013 to 2019

The phenomenon of land use change in Grogol District, Sukoharjo Regency, between 2013 and 2019. The district, which was previously primarily an agricultural area with rice fields, has experienced a shift in land use towards settlements and shopping/industrial centers. Grogol District is a crucial access road connecting Surakarta City with Wonogiri Regency, making it a strategic location for industrial development. The study aims to analyze the changes in land use in Grogol District during the specified time frame and identify the factors influencing these changes. The research utilizes the comparison and overlay methods, using data on land use from 2013 and 2019. The findings indicate that the dominant change in land use is the conversion of paddy fields into industrial land, covering an area of 127.96 hectares. Several factors contribute to these changes, including the growth of economic facilities, population, and population density. Additionally, the district’s adjacency to Surakarta City plays a role in the land use transformation. As Surakarta City faces limitations in available land for development, the economic infrastructure development has been redirected to Grogol District.

Unmasking Opportunities and Challenges in the Colombo Port Mega Hub Transformation

Unmasking Opportunities and Challenges in the Colombo Port Mega Hub Transformation

A KAJIAN LOKASI UNTUK OCEANARIUM DI SURABAYA: KESEIMBANGAN ANTARA WISATA, PENDIDIKAN DAN RISET

This research examines the siting factors of an oceanarium in Surabaya, Indonesia. The research stems from the need to explore the optimal location for an oceanarium, taking into account the main objectives and functions of the development. The research aims to determine the most suitable location for an oceanarium, with recreation, education, conservation and research being the main considerations. The methodology involved a qualitative analysis of location factors, including accessibility, availability of natural resources, and environmental and socio-economic impacts. The discussion in this study emphasizes the importance of choosing a location that not only supports the oceanarium's objectives but also takes into account the availability of quality seawater resources. The ideal location recommended is an area adjacent to a clean source of seawater and protected from contamination, such as a location away from a river mouth. In addition, the location should be easily accessible to visitors and support recreation, education, conservation and research activities. The conclusion of this study shows that the best location for oceanarium development in Surabaya is the coastal area that fulfills these criteria, namely Kenjeran Lama beach and Ria Kenjeran Beach. This location stands out as the most strategic location in terms of access and travel time. These locations not only support the sustainability of the oceanarium in terms of ecology but also provide added value in terms of economy, education, recreation and research. This research provides valuable guidance for future oceanarium development, both in Surabaya and other locations in Indonesia.