Cost and Schedule Comparison of Bauxite Soil Embankment Works for Open Storage Yard Development in the Futong Coastal Area, Siak, Indonesia

Ahmad Kurnain (Universitas Abdurrab)
Muhammad Yazid (Universitas Abdurrab)
Rahmat Tisnawan (Universitas Abdurrab)
Doni Rinaldi Basri (Universitas Abdurrab)

Impression : Jurnal Teknologi dan Informasi
Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): Maret 2026

This study aims to analyze the comparative efficiency of cost and time in soil transportation using two methods: 300-foot barges and 250-foot barges, within a reclamation project. The research employs a descriptive quantitative method with a comparative approach to assess volume, cost, and completion time. The analysis indicates that using a 300-foot barge, with a transport capacity of 8,000 tons or approximately 3,810 m³ per trip, can complete a total workload of 1,000,000 m³ within 350 working days. The total cost for this method amounts to IDR 600 billion. In comparison, the 250-foot barge method requires a higher cost of IDR 650 billion for the same volume of work. Based on these calculations, the 300-foot barge method is deemed more efficient in both cost and time, offering a cost savings of IDR 50 billion and a more consistent execution timeline. The findings of this study are expected to serve as a reference for planning and decision-making regarding soil material transportation methods in future projects of similar scope.