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Indonesia is one of the largest archipelagic countries in the world with approximately 17,546 islands. As a maritime state, the ship traffic in Indonesian waters is also very dense. In order to maintain shipping safety, the Indonesian Government has made sea lanes and sea signs and informed to Indonesian water users. Besides for shipping facilities, the Indonesian sea is also used for the placement of subsea pipelines or underwater infrastructure which is mainly used for oil and gas distribution facilities. Making Indonesia successful as the worlds maritime axis, the Government develops and prioritizes through several maritime programs under the Ministry Coordinating of Maritime Affairs. Moreover preparing the port and several other supporting infrastructures, arrangements are also urgently needed particularly related to pipelines in the sea. Specific policy for ensuring that pipes are anticipated for fully of the national and international standards so it is expected the shipping industry will contribute significantly to maritime development in Indonesia. This is a normative legal research and it is supported by empirical data and the comparative study. The expected outcome of this research can be constructive input in the decision law making which guarantees legal certainty and justice in the field of underwater pipeline management in Indonesia