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Feb. 18, 2026
The trial operation of Mertasari Jetty in Sanur, originally scheduled for Wednesday (February 18, 2026), has been postponed as preparations at the site are still ongoing and approval from maritime authorities has not yet been issued.
Feb. 6, 2026
The planned reopening of the jetty at Mertasari Beach, located in the customary village of Intaran, Sanur, is expected to bring positive impacts to the local tourism sector, particularly for nearby hotels and resorts.
Feb. 3, 2026
A limited operational trial of Mertasari Jetty in Sanur is scheduled to take place in mid-February 2026, as part of efforts to provide an alternative sea crossing point and help reduce traffic congestion in the Sanur area.
Jan. 26, 2026
The Denpasar Transportation Agency (Dishub) is preparing to reactivate Mertasari Jetty as part of efforts to reduce traffic congestion in the Sanur tourism area, one of Bali’s busiest coastal destinations.
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