From Jakarta to Ambon: Mobilising Around the Mobula 10

Two weeks of meetings with institutions, scientists, and local stakeholders laid the groundwork for our expedition in the Moluccas.

Meeting with representatives of the Maluku provincial government and programme partners. © Government of Maluku

By The SeaCleaners Swiss team
Published in 11/2025

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In 11/2025, The SeaCleaners Swiss and its partner LPMK stepped up their dialogue to prepare for the arrival of the Mobula 10 in Ambon Bay. From the Indonesian capital to the coastal communities of the Moluccas, a shared priority emerged: building an effective, coordinated, and locally rooted programme.

In Jakarta, Connecting Stakeholders

From November 10 to 14, 2025, our team met in particular with the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP), the Ministry of Environment, diplomatic representatives, universities, and organisations committed to the circular economy and marine environmental protection.

In Ambon, Preparing Operations

From November 17 to 21, 2025, discussions with the Governor of Maluku, the Mayor of Ambon, and local agencies focused on offshore operations, onshore waste management, and future partnerships. Visits to recycling facilities and waste banks helped identify existing resources across the island.

Science Integrated from the Start

In partnership with the national research agency BRIN, four potential collection areas were identified. The data gathered by the Mobula 10 will help track waste volumes, categories, and accumulation zones.

This mission laid the foundation for a 3-year programme: active on the water, helpful to authorities, and driven day-to-day by Indonesian partners.

Source: Mobula 10 progress reports, 11/2025 to 06/2026.