Optimization of Port Supervision System in an Efforts to Prevent Smuggling of Goods Without Documents at KSOP Pangkalan Susu

Abstract

Smuggling of goods without official documents remains a serious problem in the Indonesian port system because it has the potential to cause state losses, disrupt trade stability, and weaken the effectiveness of goods traffic supervision. KSOP Pangkalan Susu, as one of the strategic port areas, plays a crucial role in preventing this practice through an integrated supervision system. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the integration of administrative, physical, and digital supervision implemented at KSOP Pangkalan Susu in preventing the entry and exit of goods without official documents, and to formulate a model for optimizing port supervision based on inter-agency coordination. The research method used is empirical legal research with a juridical-sociological approach. Data were obtained through literature review, field observations, and interviews with relevant parties, then analyzed qualitatively. The results show that the integration of administrative, physical, and digital supervision has made a positive contribution to improving the control of goods flow, but its implementation has not been optimal due to obstacles such as limited technological facilities, human resources, and suboptimal data exchange between agencies. In addition, coordination between KSOP, Customs, Police, and other related agencies is still sectoral, so supervision is not fully effective. The recommended optimization model includes strengthening the integrated information system, increasing officer capacity, implementing risk management, conducting joint patrols, and establishing a sustainable coordination mechanism between agencies. These measures are expected to enable port supervision to prevent the smuggling of undocumented goods more effectively and sustainably.