KONTAN.CO.ID - JAKARTA. PT Humpuss Maritim Internasional Tbk (HUMI) is preparing several strategic plans to support business growth in 2024. 

Humpuss Maritim Internasional's CEO, Tirta Hidayat, said that HUMI's strategic plan begins with the expansion of the ship fleet to meet the increasing market demand for sea transportation. 

HUMI also plans to expand to the international market, especially in the Middle East, where the demand for sea transportation has also been increasing recently. 

“This is a valuable opportunity for the company,” revealed Tirta, in his official statement, Tuesday (27/2). 

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In addition to its operational progress, HUMI also plans to distribute dividends considering the positive performance of the company over the past few years. 

Currently, HUMI is reviewing the amount including its payout ratio, the determination of the amount and distribution of these dividends will depend on several factors, including financial conditions, liquidity conditions, future business prospects, and the company's cash needs. 

With this year's expansion strategy, HUMI targets a net profit growth of about 20% driven mainly by the Oil & Chemical sector. 

“We will continue to maintain the stability of growth every year," he added. 

HUMI has not officially released the financial report for the fiscal year 2023. However, HUMI's management estimates a net profit growth of about 20% for the full year 2023 based on forecasts compared to 2022. 

Editor: Khomarul Hidayat