<![CDATA[Shallowing due to sedimentation in the Tanjung Perak Port Pool, Surabaya is one of the main challenges that affect shipping safety. This shallowing can reduce the depth of the pool, hinder ship maneuvering, and increase the risk of ships running aground, especially for large ships. Periodic dredging is a strategic solution to maintain the depth of the port pool according to shipping safety standards, in accordance with the International Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) regulations. This study aims to determine, analyze and find efforts from the obstacles faced in the implementation of dredging activities in the Tanjung Perak Port Pool, Surabaya towards shipping safety. The research method used by the author includes descriptive analysis with a quantitative approach, data obtained by the author from questionnaires, interviews and field observations. The results of the study indicate that the main obstacles in dredging in the Tanjung Perak Port Pool, Surabaya include high ship traffic that hinders the smooth running of work, delays in the arrival of the Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger (TSHD) type dredger, and technical problems with dredging equipment. These obstacles have an impact on the dredging work process and increase the risk of shipping safety. There is a significant relationship between the constraints of dredging activities and shipping safety in the Tanjung Perak Port Basin, Surabaya, as evidenced by questionnaire data. Therefore, a strategy is needed to reduce the impact, such as improving coordination between the Port Authority and the Vessel Traffic Service (VTS), optimizing the dredging schedule, and improving maintenance of dredging equipment. With the improvement efforts in the dredging system, it is hoped that shipping safety in the Tanjung Perak Port Basin, Surabaya can be maintained, so that dredging work continues to operate optimally and supports the smoothness of maritime traffic in the Tanjung Perak Port Basin, Surabaya.]]>
