JAKARTA (ISL News) - PT Pelabuhan Indonesia (Persero) or Pelindo through its mini soccer team, Pelindo FC, won the Champion title in the FIFCO World Corporate Champions Cup 2026 which took place in Antalya, Turkey, on October 22–25, 2026. In the 35+ Men category, Pelindo FC closed the tournament with a 2–0 victory over Yapı Kredi from Turkey in the Grand final match.
This success is a continuation of Pelindo FC's journey after previously winning the Corporate Super League (CSL) at the national level and getting the opportunity to represent Indonesia in the international corporate Mini Soccer competition.
Of the six matches played, Farid Padang, PPelindo's Commercial Director and also the Captain of the Pelindo FC Team, recorded five wins and one draw. Pelindo FC started the competition with a 6–1 victory over Telerko from Turkey, then a 1–1 draw with Mixo Pro from Ukraine, and a 5–0 victory over Lion Heart Security Limited from Ghana. By becoming the Champion in the 8th edition of FIFCO, Pelindo FC earned the opportunity to compete in the next edition which will be held in Dubai in 2027.
Pelindo President Director Achmad Muchtasyar appreciated the struggle and achievements of Pelindo FC which was able to bring the name of Pelindoo and Indonesia to international competitions.
"We are grateful for the results achieved by Pelindo FC. This achievement is certainly due to the cooperation, discipline, and enthusiasm of the players and the entire team throughout the tournament. This is the spirit we continue to encourage at Pelindo as we face various challenges and make the best contribution to the company and the country," said Achmad.
The FIFCO World Corporate Champions Cup is an international corporate minisoccer competition organized by the International Federation of Corporate Football (FIFCO), bringing together corporate teams from various countries. Besides being a sporting competition, this event also serves as a platform for strengthening togetherness, building cross-border networks, and encouraging a spirit of sportsmanship and a healthy lifestyle within the corporate environment.
Pelindo FC's success in becoming champions is a proud achievement for the Port Captains (Pelindo's nickname) in representing the company and Indonesia on the international stage. This achievement also demonstrates that a spirit of togetherness, sportsmanship, and teamwork can foster positive energy within a company, leading to global success.
(ISL News Editorial Team/Corcom Pelindo Pusat).
