Undip Thematic KKN Group 30 Presents Digital Innovation and Maritime Education at Pekalongan City Shipyard
PEKALONGAN CITY – The Thematic Community Service Program (KKN-T) Group 30 team from Diponegoro University (Undip) presented a series of digital innovation and maritime education programs at CV Bintang Mumbul Wibowo, Degayu Village, North Pekalongan District, Pekalongan City. Running from January 6 to February 8, 2026, this program combined a multidisciplinary approach based on photogrammetry technology with community social programs focused on improving maritime and digital literacy.
Comprising 13 students from various disciplines including Naval Architecture, Geodetic Engineering, Architecture, Informatics, and Industrial Electrical Engineering, the KKN-T 30 team, under the guidance of Dr. Eng. Ir. Samuel, S.T., M.T., IPP, aimed to provide comprehensive solutions to the challenges faced by traditional shipyards in the digital era.
Digital Transformation through Photogrammetry
Team coordinator, Rafalian Radhityatmoko, a Naval Architecture student, explained that the main program focused on digitizing traditional fishing boats using 3D photogrammetry technology. “Until now, shipbuilding in traditional yards has relied on inherited experience without standardized technical documentation. Through photogrammetry, we produce accurate 3D ship models to serve as the basis for digital documentation,” he said.
The digitization process involved aerial photo data capture using drones conducted by Geodetic Engineering students. Az-Zahra Pachyra Mukhsin was responsible for technical data acquisition planning, while Dilla Raffelia Putri carried out aerial photo capture at the shipyard site. Najla Syahirah Aurellia Rehalat then processed thousands of these photos into a precision 3D model using photogrammetry methods.
Based on the resulting 3D model, Naval Architecture students conducted various technical analyses. Matthew Pasada Simanjuntak developed software-based digitization for ship stability planning, while Satrio Caroko determined the main ship dimensions based on the 3D model. Rafalian Radhityatmoko compiled basic technical drawings as reference documentation, while Deo Halomoan Sinaga conducted a comprehensive evaluation of the ship’s technical characteristics.
Integration of Architecture and Informatics
This program also involved Architecture students in visually documenting the production process. Rifda Karina Putri compiled photogrammetry-based ship information panels as educational media, Gadingsari Cahaya Bestari created spatial mapping of the shipyard, and Yemima Grace Saragih developed a visual module for traditional shipbuilding.
From the information technology side, Muhammad Rayyis Budi Prasetyo developed a ship production process tracking system integrated with photogrammetry data. Meanwhile, Laurentius Lucky Andriawan Bagaskara built a digital catalog and asset documentation system for more structured management of ship technical data.
“The digital catalog system we developed makes it easier for the shipyard to access technical documentation anytime. All data is stored centrally and well-organized,” said Laurentius.
Andri Riyan Fradhika from Industrial Electrical Engineering complemented the program by integrating photogrammetry and FEA (Finite Element Analysis) for ship structure analysis, adding an additional dimension to the evaluation of ship construction strength.
Maritime Education for the Younger Generation
In addition to the digitization program, the KKN-T 30 team also organized various educational activities for children around the shipyard, attended by more than 30 elementary school-aged children. Matthew Pasada Simanjuntak held socialization sessions introducing the world of shipping to improve children’s maritime literacy. “We want to foster young people’s interest in the maritime world from an early age, considering they live in a coastal area rich in marine potential,” he explained.
Satrio Caroko and Rafalian Radhiytatmoko introduced types of ships and basic ship parts through an interactive educational approach. Deo Halomoan Sinaga provided special education to shipyard workers regarding ship lines plans and general arrangement.
Geodetic Engineering students also contributed to environmental and technology education. Az-Zahra Pachyra Mukhsin provided an introduction to flood disasters based on local environmental conditions, Dilla Raffelia Putri socialized the use of digital maps (Google Maps), and Najla Syahirah Aurellia introduced road classification based on spatial information.
Creativity and Digital Safety
The architectural education program invited children to explore spatial understanding through creative methods. Rifda Karina Putri facilitated the creation of simple models as a medium for spatial introduction, Gadingsari Cahaya Bestari used dream mapping methods for architectural imagination exploration, and Yemima Grace Saragih developed children’s spatial understanding through puzzle floor plans and interactive furniture.
Laurentius Lucky Andriawan Bagaskara organized internet safety socialization for children, considering the increasing exposure of the younger generation to the digital world. Muhammad Rayyis Budi Prasetyo held a “Cheerful Journal” program to help children recognize and express their feelings.
Andri Riyan Fradhika introduced power electronics components through the creation of an educational rotating lamp, fostering children’s interest in science and technology.
Professional Visual Documentation
To enhance the shipyard’s competitiveness, the KKN-T 30 team also produced a company profile video for CV Bintang Mumbul Wibowo. This 8-minute video showcased the company’s profile, history, production process, and the shipyard’s vision and mission in a professional and modern format.
Additionally, the team also created an after-movie video documenting the entire series of KKN activities as a visual archive that can be used for future publication and learning.
Positive Response from the Shipyard Owner
The owner of CV Bintang Mumbul Wibowo, Tungky Ari Wibowo, welcomed the program implemented by the KKN-T 30 team. “This program greatly helps us in digitally documenting the ship production process. Complete technical documentation will make it easier for us to reproduce ships with the same specifications and increase client confidence,” he said.
Hope and Sustainability
The KKN-T Group 30 Undip program is hoped to become a model for the development of other traditional shipyards in Indonesia, proving that multidisciplinary collaboration between campus and industry can bring innovative and sustainable solutions for the advancement of the national maritime industry.
The KKN-T 30 Undip team has shown that digital transformation is not only relevant for large industries but can also be implemented in small and medium enterprises such as traditional shipyards. With the right technological support, the local maritime industry can enhance competitiveness and business sustainability in the Industry 4.0 era.