The influence of Industry 4.0 is across various sectors, including the shipping industry. The concept of “shipping 4.0” refers to the use of technology to support the development of a brand-new, intricately integrated maritime environment to realize the future transformation of the maritime industry. One critical step is integrating blockchain technology into shipping systems, a prominent aspect of Industry 4.0 applications. In Indonesia, the progression towards shipping 4.0 remains a new phase and is constrained due to resource limitations and recent technological advancements. Applying shipping 4.0 with blockchain technology presents a promising prospect for supporting Indonesia's shipping industry. Through previous literature and research insights, this research aims to shed light on the prospects and challenges of implementing blockchain within the maritime sector. This research seeks to advance the knowledge concerning blockchain development within Indonesia's shipping sector and enhance the nation's journey toward shipping 4.0.