Processing Silver Moonfish in Ambon, Maluku for Jakarta Distribution (November 2025)

In November 2025, Indonesia Seafood carried out a full procurement and processing cycle of Silver Moonfish (Ikan Semar) in Ambon, Maluku. The fish were collected directly from local fish auctions and small-scale fishermen, processed fresh on-site, and frozen for shipment to our Jakarta storage facility located in Muara Baru.

This cycle ensures steady stock availability for our Jakarta operations, strengthening our supply chain for domestic and export markets.

Ambon, Maluku: One of Indonesia’s Key Silver Moonfish Sources

Ambon is widely recognized as a prime source of Silver Moonfish, thanks to its rich coastal fishing grounds and active daily fish markets.
During the November 2025 procurement cycle, our team sourced raw materials from:

• Ambon Fish Auction (TPI)

• Local fishermen’s daily catch

• Coastal community landing sites

This ensures high freshness and stable volume for processing.

Fresh Collection and Processing of Silver Moonfish (Ikan Semar)

After raw materials were collected, Indonesia Seafood carried out a controlled fresh-to-frozen workflow to maintain premium quality.

1. Raw Material Sorting

Fish were sorted based on size, freshness, and quality grade to match our Jakarta stock specifications.

2. Washing & Cleaning

Silver Moonfish were cleaned thoroughly to remove impurities before freezing.

3. Freezing Process

Using IQF and blast freezing equipment, we froze the fish rapidly to lock in:

• texture

• natural moisture

• freshness

• color

This enables longer shelf life and stable quality during transport.

4. Packing for Long-Distance Shipping

Fish were packed into export-standard cartons with clear labeling:

• species name

• production date

• weight

• grade

Shipping to Muara Baru, Jakarta (Cold Chain Transport)

After processing, the frozen Silver Moonfish were loaded into a -18°C reefer vessel or cold truck for shipment to Jakarta.

Destination:

Indonesia Seafood Jakarta Warehouse – Muara Baru

This location functions as our central distribution point for:

• local wholesale supply

• food service buyers

• export preparation

• multi-species cold storage
  
  

Maintaining a reliable Silver Moonfish stock in Jakarta ensures faster fulfillment for B2B customers throughout Indonesia and abroad.

Product Specification: Silver Moonfish (Ikan Semar)

Why Indonesia Seafood Processes Silver Moonfish in Ambon

1. Extremely Fresh Raw Material

Ambon’s coastal areas provide consistent daily supply directly from local fishermen.

2. Efficient Fresh-to-Frozen Workflow

Minimal time between catch, processing, and freezing results in premium quality.

3. Strategic Jakarta Distribution

By storing stock in Muara Baru, we ensure:

• Fast delivery to buyers

• Lower logistics costs

• Stable availability for export and domestic markets

4. Trusted Quality Standards

Our processing follows:

• HACCP seafood Indonesia

• Halal-certified workflow

• strict QC on handling and freezing