Welcome to Batam

Batam is an industrial boomtown, designated Special Economic Zone and Free Trade Zone, and part of the Indonesia–Malaysia–Singapore Growth Triangle, located 20 km off Singapore’s south coast. 

1.19 million

Population (2021)

4th

Batam’s Rank in National Human Development Index

71.5%

Productive Age Population (15-64 y.o.)

8.4 billion

Total Export Value in USD (2016)

537

Foreign Companies in Batam

5.92%

GDP Growth Rate (2019)

2nd

Most-Visited Destination by Foreign Visitors

3rd

Busiest Port in Indonesia

1.9 million

Annual Foreign Tourist Visiting Batam (2019)

ARRIVING

in Nongsa, Batam

From Hang Nadim International Airport to Costaluna, it’s only a short, 10-minute drive — a chance for you to enjoy the tropical greeneries and soak it all in. A culinary melting pot of exotic archipelago dishes, from the iconic fresh seafood, to Nusantara hawkers and artisanal beerhouses.

Fancy a short trip to Singapore? Head down to the ferry terminal and take a short 35 minutes ride to Tanah Merah, and you’ll be in Orchard in no time!

Surrounding Amenities

Being in close proximity to many tourist destination areas, Nongsa is filled with abundant fresh seafood and local dishes. Satisfy your senses with the explosive taste of Batam’s delicacies.

Nongsa area is surrounded by 3 of the biggest golf courses in Batam, namely Palm Springs, Tering Bay and Tamarin Santana. Hit the course! Invite your friends and family for a game or two, and enjoy the sceneries!

From parasailing, to yacht club, to jetski, to ATV ride Nongsa area is filled with many fun activities available at locations adjacent to Costaluna. Planning a fun and engaging staycation for the family just got a whole lot easier!

NONGSA

THE RISE OF BATAM’S SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE

The National Special Economic Zone Council has designated two zones in Batam: Nongsa Digital Park and Batam Aero Technic. Altogether, these strategic developments will bring forth massive economic growth in the vicinity.

Strategic Benefits

GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION

In close proximity to Singapore as well as the international shipping routes; Straits of Malacca & Straits of Singapore. Nongsapura Ferry Terminal is just 35 minutes away from Tanah Merah in Singapore.

TAX EXEMPTION

Being a Free Trade Zone (FTZ), Batam is exempt from import customs duty and value-added tax (VAT) for raw materials & capital goods. All transactions within the island are exempt from VAT.

INFRASTRUCTURE

As part of the national agenda, multipurpose satellite and 420 MW power plants will be built to facilitate the data centers. Additional facilities will also be built to support the future 5G network and development of Industry 4.0 in the region.

Super Complex

NONGSA DIGITAL PARK

Designed as an ecosystem for the digital economy where digital talents can work, collaborate, and innovate.

The Nongsa Digital Park is a beginning part of the larger masterplan for Nongsa Digital Economy Hub, a joint venture by Citramas and Sinar Mas Groups.

INFINITE STUDIOS

Experience firsthand, the glam of Nongsa Movie Town where the blockbusters are produced and celebrity sightings are the norm.

Infinite Studios is an integrated Media Entertainment and Creative Services company. Headquartered in Singapore, Infinite Studios work closely with the Media Development Authority and the Economic Development Board and has constantly provide and produce top notch visual effects, animations, post-production as well as creative content to the global movie industry.

Nongsa Resorts

Situated on the north-eastern tip of Batam Island, the centre of Riau Archipelago, Nongsa Resorts is the idyllic getaway for everyone.

Conveniently accessible with a variety of transportation options, the Resorts are 35 minutes by ferry from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal in Singapore and a 10 minute drive from Hang Nadim Airport that serves domestic flights to major cities in Indonesia i.e. Jakarta and Bali amongst others, and international flights to Kuala Lumpur.

Whether you are on a weekend escape, extended vacation or business trip, Nongsa Resorts welcomes you with true serenity and relaxation in Turi Beach Resort, Nongsa Point Marina & Resort, Nongsa Village and Tamarin Santana Golf Club.

Also located at Nongsa Resorts and near to Nongsapura ferry terminal Ferry Terminal is Infinite Studios, the largest South East Asian film, television and animation production hub with 30,000 sq. ft. and 14,000 sq. ft. of motion picture sound stages plus a 1 hectare location backlot.

Tamarin Santana Golf Club

The Tamarin course, located just behind Nongsa Point Marina is the first course in the area designed by Jack Nicklaus.

Strategically designed with sculptured bunkers and contoured greens, 9 of the 18 holes of the ‘golden bear’ course have been completed. Along with this premiere course, the next Jack Nicklaus-designed 9-hole course will offer true championship-level challenges for all golfers.

Nongsapura Ferry Terminal

Nongsapura Ferry Terminal is located on the north-eastern tip of Batam in the Nongsa River. It is just a few minutes by taxi to nearby resorts

Nongsapura can be easily reached from Singapore via Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal, which usually takes 35 minutes of the sea voyage. Nongsapura is situated in an area which is popular as a tourist destination for its resorts. Fancy and affordable resorts are available – any type of accommodation that will suit your needs! Currently, there is only one ferry operator from Tanah Merah to Nongsapura and vice versa, which is Batamfast.