Vancouver, BC  ·  Trading with Indonesia

Across Every Wave,
Beyond Every Border

A Vancouver-based importer of traceable Indonesian goods. We work directly with producers across the archipelago to ship specialty coffee, cocopeat, and other commodities to buyers worldwide.

Traceable goods. One source.

From West Java's coffee highlands to the coconut belt and the workshops of the archipelago, we source and export Indonesian goods directly to buyers across North America and Europe. Pick the line you're here for.

AIS team at origin

Built on Indonesian roots

01

Deep origin knowledge

We've built lasting relationships with producers across Indonesia, sourcing exceptional goods that remain largely undiscovered by the global market.

02

Traceable, verified, and accountable

We know the name behind every shipment. No middlemen, no ambiguity. Complete documentation from origin to your door, quality checked at both ends. If it doesn't meet our standards, it doesn't ship.

03

Built on relationships

You are never a number. Every trade is personal, with responsive support and a genuine commitment to long-term partnership. Our mission is long-term value, not just volume.

Meet the team

We are a passionate team of globally minded professionals united by a shared mission: to bridge Indonesian producers with the North American market. Our team spans continents, bringing together diverse talents and perspectives rooted in trust, transparency, and a genuine love for what we do.

Akhtar Subandar
Akhtar Subandar
Chief Executive Officer
Owen McRann
Owen McRann
Co-Founder
Morgan Omstead
Morgan Omstead
Partner
Apri Yani
Apri Yani
Supply Chain
Singgih Prayoga
Singgih Prayoga
Legal Counsel
Odi Pradana
Odi Pradana
Operations
Nurul Hadi
Nurul Hadi
Product Control

From the source

AIS Joins the Indonesian Pavilion at SIAL Montreal 2026

AIS Joins the Indonesian Pavilion at SIAL Montreal 2026

A couple of weeks ago, Akhtar and Morgan had the privilege of attending SIAL Montreal 2026 alongside the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Canada, joining the Indonesian Pavilion at one of North America's most influential food and beverage trade shows.

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AIS Visits the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Ottawa

AIS Visits the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Ottawa

On behalf of the entire Across Indonesian Seas team, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Ottawa for welcoming us with such warmth and generosity.

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AIS and Bumi Coffee Join Forces to Bring More Indonesian Coffee to Canada

AIS and Bumi Coffee Join Forces to Bring More Indonesian Coffee to Canada

We are proud to announce a new collaboration with Bumi Coffee, a Vancouver-based Indonesian specialty coffee brand, united by a common mission: to bring more of Indonesia's finest coffee to Canadian cups.

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How Across Indonesian Seas is Building Meaningful Partnerships in Indonesia's Coffee Heartland

How Across Indonesian Seas is Building Meaningful Partnerships in Indonesia's Coffee Heartland

When people think of great coffee, they often picture the cup in their hands. The aroma, the flavor, the warmth. But for us at AIS, it starts with the people who grow it.

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Soon to Arrive: Frinsa Coffee Across the Seas

Soon to Arrive: Frinsa Coffee Across the Seas

In the remote highlands of Pangalengan, West Java, coffee is more than a crop. It is a living tradition. Frinsa Coffee is a name synonymous with nuance.

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From Farm to Future: A Conversation with Fikri from Frinsa Estate

From Farm to Future: A Conversation with Fikri from Frinsa Estate

At Across Indonesian Seas, we believe every cup of coffee tells a story. Not just about flavor, but about people, place, and purpose.

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AIS and Frinsa Formalize Partnership to Bring Indonesian Coffee to Canada

AIS and Frinsa Formalize Partnership to Bring Indonesian Coffee to Canada

Across Indonesian Seas is proud to announce the formal signing of a direct trade partnership with Java Frinsa Estate, marking a major milestone in our mission.

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Bringing the Richness of Indonesian Green Coffee to Canada

Bringing the Richness of Indonesian Green Coffee to Canada

We are proud to announce our latest milestone: the direct purchase of specialty green coffee from Indonesia, now making its way to Canadian roasters.

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