LENGKONG, AYOBANDUNG.COM - President Prabowo Subianto has again instructed the construction of the newest toll road in West Java. The infrastructure development which is included in the seven priority toll road projects is a National Strategic Project. The Ministry of Public Development in coordination with the Toll Road Supervisory Agency (BPJT) will immediately realize the construction of this toll road in West Java in 2025. For information, West Java is one of the provinces that is the main target of the government's long-term development. Considering that the province is 35,377.76 square kilometers with a population of 50,489,208, it requires accelerated development of infrastructure and facilities that continue to develop. The 45-kilometer toll road is one of the mega projects that supports smooth connectivity for residents. The construction of the Sukabumi-Ciranjang-Padalarang toll road is one of the work programs of the PU Ministry which will be realized until the target completion in 2029. The toll road with an investment value of Rp14 trillion is the government's effort to improve transportation infrastructure. The construction of the Sukabumi-Ciranjang-Padalarang Toll Road will use the Government and Business Entity Cooperation (KBPU) scheme. The construction of this toll road consists of two stages: 1. The first stage of construction of the Sukabumi to Ciranjang route is 21 kilometers long. 2. The second stage of construction of the Ciranjang to Padalarang route is 25 kilometers long. Until now, the land acquisition process continues as an initial step in the construction of this toll road. Some of the objectives of the Sukabumi-Ciranjang-Padalarang Toll Road are as follows: 1. Reducing congestion This toll road will be an alternative for road users with high mobility so that they can avoid congestion that often occurs in the Bandung, Sukabumi, and Cianjur areas. 2. Facilitating the distribution of goods In the field of trade, the operation of the Sukabumi-Ciranjang-Padalarang toll road can facilitate the flow of distribution of goods being traded. 3. Improving the local economy If this toll road can be used efficiently, then the economic activities of the community will be smoother and have an impact on improving the local economy. 4. Facilitate mobility If the distance between cities is quite far and takes a lot of time, then the use of this toll road can be very effective. It is estimated that road users can cut the travel time from Sukabumi to Padalarang which is usually 2 hours 28 minutes to only 30 minutes. 5. Increase tourism potential If people's mobility is smoother, then traveling if you want to travel in Sukabumi or Ciranjang and Padalarang will be more affordable and easier. This will certainly have an impact on increasing tourism potential in the area.*** (SOURCE)
Mar, 14 2025
Bisnis.com, JAKARTA - Chinese automotive manufacturer, PT BYD Motor Indonesia continues to pursue the completion of the construction of the company's factory located in the Subang Smartpolitan Industrial Area, West Java. Head of Marketing, PR & Government BYD Indonesia Luther T. Panjaitan said that until now, the construction of the factory is still ongoing and is certain to be completed by the end of this year. "Of course, that is BYD's commitment to the government to complete our factory by the end of 2025," Luther told Bisnis, quoted Friday (10/1/2025). Furthermore, he said, at the end of last year, the Ministry of Investment and Downstream/BKPM also visited the BYD factory and saw firsthand the construction process of the electric car factory from the Bamboo Curtain Country. "Based on their [BKPM] inspection and visit, they saw that BYD was in accordance or on-track with the investment progress commitment that we conveyed at the beginning of the initial investment submission. So, so far everything is running smoothly," he explained. Moreover, the BYD factory located in the Subang Smartpolitan Industrial Area is close to Patimban Port. This will make it easier for BYD to export its vehicles to various countries. In addition, the strategic location will also reduce logistics costs. "I also think that the factory area that we chose is a revolution in the industrial side, because so far many motor vehicle industries in particular, so far all seem to be centered on certain areas such as Karawang and Cikarang," he said. So far, the company's main plan is to produce vehicles. However, it is possible for the company to produce other electric vehicle components, including batteries. BYD's manufacturing facility is capable of producing 150,000 electric cars per year. Meanwhile, Subang Smartpolitan is an industrial area managed by PT Suryacipta Swadaya (SCS), an entity of PT Surya Semesta Internusa Tbk (SSIA). The construction of the BYD factory is said to provide an opportunity for local industries to bring the country as a global supplier of electric cars. BYD's total investment in Indonesia is targeting more than US$1 billion or around Rp16 trillion (assuming an exchange rate of Rp16,000 per US dollar). Meanwhile, there are currently four BYD car models available in Indonesia, namely the BYD M6 in the MPV segment, the BYD Atto 3 in the SUV segment, then the BYD Dolphin Hatchback, and the BYD Seal sedan. In the latest developments, the Chinese electric car manufacturer, BYD, has also confirmed that it will bring the premium segment electric car, namely Denza, to Indonesia in the first quarter of 2025. (SOURCE)
Mar, 14 2025
JAKARTA, investor.id – Bekasi Regency has become the area with the highest investment realization in West Java. This is a blessing for PT Lippo Cikarang Tbk (LPCK). This is because the company's pre-sales grew to IDR 1.05 trillion in the January-September 2024 period. Until the third quarter of 2024, investment realization in Bekasi Regency reached IDR 54 trillion or has exceeded the target set by the local government of IDR 50 trillion for 2024. Head of the Bekasi Regency Investment and Integrated One-Stop Service Office, Suhup, stated that this achievement makes Bekasi Regency the area with the highest investment realization in West Java. The investment realization came from Foreign Investment (PMA) of IDR 39.36 trillion and Domestic Investment (PMDN) of IDR 14.77 trillion. "Some of the main sectors that are of concern to investors include housing, industrial areas, offices, services, metal, machinery and electronics industries, as well as the motor vehicle and transportation equipment industries, including warehousing and telecommunications," he explained in a press statement, Thursday (9/1/2025). Suhup added that the high investment value has contributed positively to industrial development in Bekasi Regency, including employment absorption. Throughout 2024, until the third quarter, employment absorption reached 24,405 people. LPCK Pre-Sales Lippo Cikarang (LPCK) President Director Gita Irmasari said that in the January-September 2024 period, Lippo Cikarang (LPCK), an urban property developer with international standard facilities Lippo Cikarang Cosmopolis, recorded pre-sales of IDR 1.05 trillion. Of this figure, 64% came from residential products, 27% from commercial products, and 9% from industrial products. Responding to the high demand for shophouses/commercial properties, LPCK introduced The Hive @ Neo Patio with prices starting at IDR 1.31 billion. Gita emphasized that LPCK is committed to expanding its offerings and innovating for first-time home buyers through new affordable landed house products at Lippo Cikarang Cosmopolis. "We are optimistic that we can achieve the 2024 pre-sales target by maintaining strong sales momentum," he concluded. (SOURCE)
Mar, 14 2025
The Sukabumi-Ciranjang section, which was originally planned to be 29 kilometers long, is now 24 kilometers long. Media Construction – The government plans to build a new toll road in West Java with an investment value of IDR 14.02 trillion. The toll road, named the Sukabumi-Ciranjang Toll Road, is designed to improve transportation infrastructure while facilitating accessibility in the Sukabumi, Bandung, Cianjur, and Jakarta areas. This toll road will be built along 45 kilometers as part of the Sukabumi-Ciranjang-Padalarang Toll Road section. This project is planned to start in 2025 and is targeted for completion in 2029. The construction of this toll road will be carried out in two stages. The first stage covers the Sukabumi to Ciranjang route, which is 21 kilometers long, while the second stage covers the Ciranjang to Padalarang route, which is 24 kilometers long. The construction scheme for this toll road will use the Government Cooperation with Business Entities (KPBU) system. This development will involve various parties, including the central government, the West Java provincial government, and the relevant district/city governments. The Sukabumi-Ciranjang Toll Road is designed to improve traffic efficiency, especially for vehicles crossing the Cianjur, Bandung, and Sukabumi areas, which are known to often experience congestion. The presence of this toll road is also expected to be an alternative for road users to shorten travel time. In addition, the Sukabumi-Ciranjang Toll Road is expected to be able to encourage economic growth through faster efficiency in the distribution of goods. This is projected to have a positive impact, not only for the people of Sukabumi and its surroundings, but also for the entire West Java region. This project is part of the government's commitment to accelerate the development of strategic infrastructure to support connectivity and increase regional competitiveness in the future. The Head of the Cianjur Regency Transportation Agency, Tedi Artiawan, said that the construction of the Sukabumi-Ciranjang Toll Road will begin in 2025 and is targeted for completion in 2029. This project will be carried out in two stages, namely the first stage of the Sukabumi-Ciranjang route along 21-24 kilometers and the second stage of the Ciranjang-Padalarang route along 24 kilometers. "So far we have been wondering when it will be realized or just a discourse. Now there is definite news, so it will last from 2025 to 2029," said Tedi, Monday (6/1/2025). Tedi explained that until its implementation, several studies will still be carried out by the toll road construction consultant. This study aims to increase the efficiency of the Sukabumi-Cianjur-Bandung Toll Road development plan. "Actually, the planning is almost final, but there are still several studies being carried out to make it more efficient. For example, the Sukabumi-Ciranjang section which was originally planned to be 29 kilometers long is now 24 kilometers. Studies like this continue to be carried out until the implementation," he added. Furthermore, Tedi said that in the Cianjur Regency area, it is planned that there will be two toll exits, namely in Ciranjang and Ciwalen, Warungkondang District. "In Cianjur there will be two toll exits, namely in Ciranjang and Ciwalen. This has been included in the planning," he said. The construction of this toll road is expected to shorten travel time between Sukabumi, Cianjur, and Bandung, as well as reduce congestion that has often occurred on this route. In addition, the existence of this toll road is also expected to encourage regional economic growth by increasing connectivity and efficiency of distribution of goods and services. (***) (SOURCE)
Mar, 14 2025
Karawang (ANTARA) - The Karawang Regency Government, West Java, is optimistic that it will still be an investment target in 2025 along with the existence of several infrastructures that are part of national strategic projects in the Karawang area. Head of the Karawang Investment and Integrated One-Stop Service Office, Wawan Setiawan, in Karawang, Tuesday admitted that he was optimistic that investment this year would increase again. This was conveyed because from year to year, investment achievements in Karawang have always increased. Moreover, this year there is infrastructure support which is a national strategic project such as the opening of the Fast Train Station in Karawang and the Japek II Selatan Toll Road which crosses Karawang. According to the records of the Karawang Investment and Integrated One-Stop Service Office, investment achievements up to the third quarter of 2024 reached IDR48.6 trillion. Consisting of the realization of foreign investment of IDR42.05 trillion and domestic investment of IDR6.6 trillion. It was stated that the investment realization exceeded the target set by the central government of IDR42.7 trillion. Wawan said that his party is optimistic that in 2025 investment in Karawang will increase again. In addition to being supported by national strategic projects, the improvement of licensing services in Karawang is also currently being continuously improved. (SOURCE)
Mar, 14 2025
NERACA Cianjur - The Investment and Integrated One-Stop Service Office (DPMPTSP) of Cianjur Regency, West Java, recorded investment realization throughout 2024 from January to December reaching IDR 2.04 trillion or 111.83 percent of the target. Head of DPMPTSP Cianjur Dadan Ginanjar in Cianjur, Thursday (2/1), said the 2024 investment target of IDR 1.82 trillion could be achieved in the second week of December 2024. "The exceeding of the 2024 investment realization cannot be separated from the high trust of various groups of people and investors to invest their capital in Cianjur," he said. Collaboration and cooperation of various parties and supported by the new Cianjur Regional Spatial Planning (RTRW) Regional Regulation Number 7 of 2024 to further ensure investment guarantees in the future. Various programs that make it easier for investors to invest are provided by the Cianjur Regency Government, such as providing incentives to business actors in the form of tax relief or levies based on Cianjur Regional Regulation Number 13 of 2023 concerning the Provision of Incentives and Investment Facilities. "The Regent of Cianjur together with the Cianjur Regional Leadership Communication Forum (Forkopimda) also guarantees the security and ease of investment, so that from the beginning to the middle of the year the number of investors entering Cianjur continues to increase," he said. He hopes that the revised RTRW Regional Regulation that has been completed and ratified can increase investment figures in 2025 so that his party will intensify socialization to investors and potential investors from within and outside Cianjur. "We hope that the target for investment realization in 2025, which will definitely increase, can be achieved before the end of the year, along with socialization to investors who will invest in various fields in Cianjur," he said. Meanwhile, the highest investment contributor comes from micro and small business permits (IUMK), the largest contributor to investment in Cianjur from 11 sectors in the Implementation of Risk-Based Business Licensing through the Online Single Submission System (OSS RBA). Meanwhile, other investment achievements in Cianjur that contribute quite high are the trade and services sector, foreign investment (PMA) and Investment Activity Reports from 10 sectors, the largest of which is the energy and mining sector. "Various programs to attract investors to come and invest in Cianjur have been carried out for the past two years, so that the development of investment in various fields is wide open," he said. Ant (SOURCE)
Mar, 14 2025
KABARBUSA.COM - Amid the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI), Indonesia has the potential to become an attractive market for AI investment in the next few years. Economist from the Institute for Development of Economics and Finance (Indef) Nailul Huda, sees this trend as a great opportunity for investment, especially in the domestic technology sector such as data centers. "The impact is that the need for data centers is getting higher," said Huda via written message to Kabarbursa.com in Jakarta, Friday, January 3, 2025. Although Indonesia faces challenges in developing domestic technology, Huda assessed that the need for larger data centers will be increasingly urgent along with the rapid development of AI. "I see that the future trend of AI can still develop and more and more companies will adopt it," he said. Huda said that the government's policy requiring data servers to only be used domestically is a challenge in itself. However, this can be an opportunity for the local data center industry. Because, this policy actually supports the development of domestic technology, including the provision of stronger data center services. However, behind the potential, Huda emphasized that Indonesia still faces major challenges in terms of domestic technology development. "Unfortunately, [Indonesia's] domestic technology is still far behind. Starting from innovation, human resources (HR), to (the capacity of) Indonesian hardware factories, it is still behind compared to other countries," he explained. In other words, Indonesia has great potential to quickly adopt technology due to its large population. However, there is still a significant gap between needs and capabilities in meeting them. This means that Indonesia needs to focus on developing domestic technology and strengthening human resource capacity. Investment Increases Sixfold Meanwhile, investment in generative artificial intelligence (generative AI) technology in Indonesia has shown a very rapid increase in the last three years. Minister of Communication and Digital Meutya Hafid, revealed that this sector has increased more than sixfold, marking the acceleration of technology adoption and development in the country. In 2021, investment in generative AI only reached USD4 billion or around IDR63.7 trillion with an exchange rate of IDR15,947 per US dollar. However, in 2023, this figure will jump to USD25 billion or around IDR398 trillion. Generative AI, which is able to create new content such as text, images, and audio, is one of the main drivers of innovation in various sectors. This significant increase reflects the seriousness of business actors in the private sector to adopt advanced technology to increase their competitiveness in the digital era. "In Indonesia, the development of AI has experienced extraordinary significance. Investment in generative AI technology has increased more than sixfold," said Meutya at the AI for Indonesia event held in Jakarta on December 4, 2024. However, the acceleration of AI technology has also had a diverse impact on the job market. In developed countries or the global north with high incomes, around 60 percent of jobs have been affected by the presence of AI. Meanwhile, in developing countries or the global south, the impact of AI varies, with 40 percent and 26 percent of jobs in middle- and low-income countries respectively affected by this technology. Meutya highlighted that developed countries such as the United States, Spain, Sweden, Belgium, the Netherlands, and France currently dominate the demand for AI job markets at the global level. To accelerate equitable digital transformation, the Indonesian government is actively collaborating with various global technology companies. One of the main goals is to build digital infrastructure and develop local digital talent, especially those related to AI technology. "We are working with several global tech companies to realize digital talents, especially in the field of AI," explained Meutya. In addition to supporting the private sector, generative AI also has great potential to improve public services. This technology can be used to analyze and process big data efficiently and effectively. As a concrete step, the government plans to build a number of national data centers that aim to integrate various data services. One of these national data centers will be built in Cikarang, West Java. The existence of this national data center is expected to support the One Data Indonesia program, which aims to unite all government data into one valid and sustainable base. The integrated data will be an important foundation in implementing AI technology for various public services, both in policy planning and providing services to the community. "This data center has a vital role to ensure that AI technology can be utilized optimally, based on data validity and continuity," added Meutya. With increasing investment, active international cooperation, and a comprehensive digital infrastructure development plan, Indonesia is in a strategic position to become one of the leaders in generative AI technology in the Asian region. This digital transformation is not only a driver of economic growth, but also an important milestone in Indonesia's journey towards digital sovereignty and global competitiveness in the era of advanced technology. (*) (SOURCE)
Mar, 14 2025
TRIBUNJABAR.ID, CIREBON- The Cirebon City Government (Pemkot) closed 2024 with various positive achievements. Acting Mayor of Cirebon, Agus Mulyadi said that the government's performance throughout the year, including controlling inflation, increasing investment, reducing poverty, and winning various awards was considered good. According to Agus, Cirebon City's inflation in November 2024 only reached 0.18 percent compared to October 2024. "This cannot be separated from the effectiveness of the implementation of the duties of the Food Task Force and TPID," said Agus, Thursday (2/1/2025). In the investment sector, Agus revealed that Cirebon City recorded a realization of IDR 1.97 trillion, far exceeding the initial target of IDR 850 billion. "This achievement shows investor confidence in the investment climate in Cirebon City," he said. Agus also appreciated the decline in extreme poverty rates from 1.66 percent in 2022 to only 0.34 percent in 2023. "This result is the fruit of an integrated economic empowerment and social assistance program," he explained. Throughout 2024, Cirebon City won 8 national awards and 23 West Java awards. Some of them are the Bhumandala Geospatial Information award, Informative Regency/City and Germas implementation. In addition, Cirebon City also received recognition for its communal intellectual property, including the Cirebon Mask Dance and culinary specialties such as Empal Gentong and Sega Bogana. "This award is real proof of our commitment to preserving culture and increasing regional competitiveness," he said. In the field of disaster management, 133 incidents were recorded throughout 2024, with fallen trees being the most. Agus emphasized the importance of sustainable disaster mitigation. Meanwhile, the implementation of the 2024 Pilkada took place conducively with a participation rate of 66.03 percent. "Although there was a slight decline, the implementation of the Pilkada continued to run democratically," he said. Agus hopes that this positive achievement will be the foundation for realizing a more advanced and prosperous Cirebon City. "Let's work together to build Cirebon City in a better direction," said Agus. With these various achievements, the Cirebon City Government is optimistic about facing 2025 with a strategic plan that has been designed, including strengthening the local economy and better quality public services. (*) (SOURCE)
Mar, 13 2025
JawaPos.com - PT SGMW Motor Indonesia (Wuling) inaugurated the production line for MAGIC batteries located in the supplier park area at the Wuling Motors factory located in Cikarang, West Java. This local battery production facility, which has an investment of more than IDR 87 billion, is claimed to reflect Wuling's long-term commitment to supporting the development of the electric car industry in Indonesia. This step is also part of Wuling's efforts to participate in accelerating electrification and completing the electric car ecosystem in the country. In addition to battery production, Wuling has also produced ABC stories in Indonesia. "As part of SGMW Motor Indonesia, which is one of the main players in the automotive industry, we are proud of Wuling's contribution in supporting Indonesia's transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy," said Andrin Adhitama, Operation Manager of Wuling Motors Battery Line through his statement. The production of Wuling's MAGIC battery will go through five stations which are claimed to have been designed to ensure the best efficiency and quality. Starting from the Cell Stacking Station, where battery components are tidied up and arranged into the battery housing. The process continues to the Welding Station which uses robotic technology to connect battery cells and harnesses precisely. Then it continues at the Front Pack Station, where the top shell of the battery is installed and the bolts are tightened perfectly. Then the next phase is the Charging Station, which is the battery testing area to ensure optimal performance and safety during the charging and discharging process. Finally, the Rear Pack Station, here the battery will be weighed, packaged and stored properly before being distributed to electric car production. What is interesting about the previous process is the Welding Station. This work area is tasked with carrying out the welding process to connect the battery cells and the electric vehicle battery harness through two main work stations, namely Busbar Welding and Collecting Wire Harness Welding. Busbar Welding uses high energy density laser technology as a heat source for welding between battery cells. Meanwhile, in the Collecting Wire Harness Welding Island, welding is carried out between battery cells and harness cables using a laser. These two work stations run robotically and automatically using the Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV), so they have high accuracy and efficiency. MAGIC Battery is predicted to be a battery innovation from Wuling that integrates various advanced technologies in order to produce high performance and maximum safety. MAGIC reflects five main aspects, namely Multifunction Unitized Structure Technology (MUST), Advanced Cell Safety, Greater Performance, Intelligent Management, and Combustion Free. MUST technology itself is inspired by the design of aircraft wings integrating the battery structure into one functional part that is claimed to be light, strong, and modular, thus increasing structural strength by up to 60%. Thanks to Advanced Cell Safety, this battery has cells with extra protection using a ceramic layer. This advantage is combined with the High Precision Battery Management System and Cloud-based AI to monitor battery conditions in real-time, detect more than 240 safety parameters, and provide early warnings. (SOURCE)
Mar, 13 2025
RADAR JABAR - The Sukabumi City One-Stop Integrated Investment Service (DPMPTSP) claims that the development of investment and Domestic Investment (PMDN) is quite good. In fact, until November 2024 it reached 1,151,134,790,584. Head of Investment Division of Sukabumi City DPMPTSP, Teten Agus Sugihan explained that the number of companies reached 23,631, consisting of 753 small companies (PK), 36 medium companies (PM), 22,754 micro and 88 large companies (PB), with the absorption of 36,283 workers. "Alhamdulillah, if you look at the available data, the rate of investment and PMDN in Sukabumi City can be said to be growing positively," Teten explained to reporters recently. Teten continued, although geographically Sukabumi City only has an area of 48.33 square kilometers, DPMPTSP is still trying to introduce investment potential in Sukabumi City. Moreover, currently there is a mega project being carried out by the central government. Namely, the construction of the Bogor-Ciawi-Sukabumi (Bocimi) toll road which will have a major impact on the rate of investment and PMDN in the future. "Although it is a small city, it is still wide open for investors when they want to invest their capital in Sukabumi City," he explained. Teten added that investment opportunities in Sukabumi City are quite large. Especially in the fields of property, hotels and restaurants, culinary and industry. "So, all of these investment opportunities are quite large and can be developed, for example, the manufacturing and processing industries," he said. His party will continue to provide good service to investors, as well as simplify all licensing processes. As long as the permit application submitted is in accordance with the requirements. "Moreover, with the presence of the One Single Submission (OSS) application currently, it aims to improve services and simplify business licensing, especially in Sukabumi City," he said. In addition, the government's efforts to simplify business licensing and create an integrated licensing service model that is fast, cheap and easy. "However, the first service must be optimized for the community or for investors. Because, after all, investment will have an impact on employment," he concluded. (Bam) (SOURCE)
Mar, 13 2025
LENGKONG, AYOBANDUNG.COM -- This 35 km long toll road is a toll road that connects 2 provinces on the island of Java. The two provinces are West Java and Central Java. In addition to connecting West Java with Central Java, this toll road is also integrated with several other toll roads. Operating since 2010 since its inauguration, this toll road is called the Kanci - Pejagan Toll Road. The Kanci-Pejagan toll road is a toll road located on the north coast (Pantura) which connects the West Java region to the Central Java region. Not only connecting two provinces, this toll road also connects two toll roads on the corridor. The two toll roads are the Kanci-Palimanan Toll Road in Cirebon and the Pejagan-Pemalang Toll Road in Brebes. As part of the Trans Java Toll Road, this toll road was built with an investment of Rp 2.446 trillion. Stretching 35 km, this toll road is integrated with several other toll roads including the Jakarta-Cikampek, Cikampek-Palimanan, Palimanan-Kanci, Pejagan-Pemalang, Pemalang-Batang, Batan-Semarang and Cisumdawu Toll Roads. The Kanci-Pejagan toll road is also a strategic connecting section designed with a planned speed of 120 km/hour. Where this toll road consists of a road with a number of lanes of 2x2 lanes which were later developed into 2x3 lanes. This toll road is also equipped with 3 Toll Gates (GT), namely GT Ciledug 1, GT Ciledug 2, and GT Pejagan. In addition, this toll road also has 3 Interchanges, namely the Kanci Interchange, Ciledug Interchange and Pejagan Interchange. The Kanci-Pejagan toll road is also equipped with 2 type A rest areas, namely the rest area at KM 228 A (Java direction) and KM 229 B (Jakarta direction). The presence of this toll road is not only as a connection between regions, but is also considered capable of cutting travel time from West Java to Central Java. In addition, this toll road also participates in accelerating the distribution of logistics/movement of goods and people. With the operation of this toll road, it also functions to smooth the flow of Java's north coast traffic as well as an alternative route for road users in the area and increase accessibility and development in the area.*** (SOURCE)
Mar, 13 2025
Karawang, West Java (ANTARA) - Acting Governor of West Java Bey Triadi Machmudin is optimistic that the new Walahar Bridge which was inaugurated and is located in Kutapohaci Village, Klari District, Karawang Regency, Wednesday, will further support the community's economy. The reason is, said Bey, this bridge connects two districts in Karawang Regency, namely Ciampel and Klari which are on the border with Purwakarta Regency and helps accessibility for the community, the majority of whom work as traders. "The Walahar Bridge which was just inaugurated is proof of the government's presence in serving and providing convenience for connectivity and access to the community which has implications for the community's economy," said Bey in Karawang. Because, with increased accessibility and connectivity in the region, this new Walahar Bridge will support the improvement of the economy of the surrounding community. "The community really appreciates this bridge. Of course, from an economic perspective, it will make it easier for those who are trying (to trade), and also increase market coverage," he said. The new Walahar Bridge itself was built through a West Java Province financial assistance scheme worth around IDR 52 billion. The new Walahar Bridge is a type of concrete bridge with a width of seven meters with two lanes of vehicles, two directions and a length of 130 meters with three spans. In addition to being a connection between Ciampel District and the Purwakarta Regency border, the new Walahar Bridge can also support tourism access and the South Japek Toll Road and overcome frequent congestion. Previously, the community used the Walahar Dam Service Bridge which was built in 1925 with a width of only three meters. For that, Bey instructed the Karawang Regency Government to follow up on the construction of the new Walahar Bridge with road development so that congestion can be resolved. "The development by the local government related to the narrowing of the road will be widened so that congestion does not occur," he said. (SOURCE)
Mar, 12 2025
PR GARUT - The construction of the inner-city toll road in Bandung, known as the Bandung Intraurban Toll Road (BIUT), is a major highlight in the world of Indonesian infrastructure. This project aims to overcome the severe traffic jams that often occur in the central area of Bandung and its surroundings. However, this major project is still waiting for an important decision from the central government to be continued. Currently, the construction of this toll road is in the feasibility study stage and requires further approval, especially regarding instructions from the President of the Republic of Indonesia. Director General of Highways at the Ministry of Public Works and Public Housing (PUPR), Rahman Arief Dinaputra, explained that the construction of this toll road will be continued after there is official direction from the President. Even so, the evaluation process for the feasibility study (FS) continues. The PUPR Ministry is completing various technical and financial studies to ensure the feasibility of this project before moving on to the next stage. Rahman also emphasized that the decision to continue or postpone this project depends entirely on the President's decision. The PUPR Ministry will submit the results of the study to the President, who will determine whether this project can be continued or must be postponed, based on the country's fiscal capacity and national development needs at that time. This shows the importance of coordination between the central government and related parties to ensure that every decision taken can provide optimal benefits for the community. The Bandung Intraurban Toll Road project itself has been officially registered as a National Strategic Project (PSN) through the Coordinating Ministerial Regulation (Permenko) Number 6 of 2024. This PSN involves a number of other large projects that aim to encourage economic growth and reduce infrastructure gaps in various regions in Indonesia. The construction of toll roads in Bandung is considered very important to improve connectivity between regions and support local economic development. One of the main reasons why this project must go through an in-depth study is to ensure that infrastructure development not only facilitates mobility, but also supports food security and other vital sectors. Minister of PUPR, Dodi Hanggodo, emphasized that every infrastructure project implemented must have a positive impact on the economy and national resilience. Therefore, in addition to transportation, infrastructure development must also pay attention to sectors that have a broad impact, such as food security. In addition, the Director General of Infrastructure Financing of the PUPR Ministry, Triono Juniasmono, or familiarly called Yongki, revealed that further studies on this toll road project are targeted for completion in early 2026. The study aims to ensure that the decisions taken are based on comprehensive data and analysis, so that this project can run smoothly and provide maximum benefits. The investment needed to continue the construction of this toll road is estimated to reach around Rp7.83 trillion. This figure reflects the large costs that must be incurred to build this large infrastructure. Of course, this project will affect the state budget and requires careful consideration regarding national development priorities. With the large costs required, the government must conduct a careful evaluation to ensure the continuation of this project. If this project is continued, it is estimated that it will have a significant impact on reducing congestion, accelerating the mobility of goods and people, and supporting local economic growth in Bandung and its surroundings. However, the biggest challenge remains in the proper management of financing so that this project can be implemented smoothly. One aspect of concern in the construction of this toll road is the environmental impact. The government and related parties will continue to strive to minimize negative impacts on the environment and the surrounding community. An environmental impact study will be one of the important requirements before this project can be implemented, so that this development does not harm the balance of nature and the social life of the community. The Bandung inner city toll road project is expected to be a solution to the traffic congestion problem that has been the main complaint of the community. However, of course, this project must be accompanied by attention to broader social, economic, and environmental aspects, so that the benefits obtained can be felt by all parties. Overall, the success of this project is highly dependent on coordination between various parties, both at the central and regional levels. The people of Bandung certainly hope that the decisions taken can have a positive impact on the smoothness of transportation, economic development, and the quality of life of Bandung residents in general. All parties are currently still waiting for the final decision regarding this project, while continuing to develop more mature studies and planning. Thus, even though there are many hopes and challenges that accompany this project, the community hopes that the Bandung inner city toll road project can be realized soon for the progress of the city of Bandung and the common welfare.*** (SOURCE)
Mar, 12 2025
Tuesday (24/12/2024) was the first day of operation of Karawang Station which serves passengers on the Whoosh high-speed train operated by PT Kereta Cepat Indonesia China or KCIC. Of the 48 Whoosh train schedules operating during Christmas 2024 and New Year 2025, there are 20 Whoosh trips that stop at Karawang Station. The high-speed train route from Halim Station to Karawang Station located in Wanakerta Village, Telukjambe Barat District, Karawang Regency, West Java, and vice versa, takes 15 minutes. Meanwhile, the route from Padalarang Station in West Bandung Regency to Karawang Station takes 20 minutes. The time for passengers to get on and off at Whoosh Karawang Station is only 2 minutes. In total, the Whoosh trip that serves passengers getting on and off at Karawang Station will experience an additional seven minutes of travel time. When attending the inauguration of Karawang Station, Tuesday, Chinese Ambassador to Indonesia Wang Lutong said that the operation of this station shortens the distance between Jakarta and the Karawang industrial center area, West Java. This condition can increase the attractiveness of Karawang as an investment magnet in the eyes of international investors. Lutong said that Karawang is home to the manufacturing industry, especially the automotive, electronics, and household appliances industries. He added that currently there are at least 50 international companies in the industrial center which is 10 kilometers from Karawang Station. "Going to Jakarta from this area (Karawang) now only takes 15 minutes. Karawang Station presents a new landscape for connectivity between the industrial area, Jakarta, the International Port (Tanjung Priok), and the International Airport (Soekarno-Hatta). In substance, this reduces operational costs so that it will be attractive in the eyes of investors," he said. Talking about investment in Karawang, capital owned by foreign investors has so far dominated the flow of direct investment entering the district with the second largest gross regional domestic product (GRDP) in West Java. Based on data from the Investment and Integrated One-Stop Service Office of Karawang Regency, West Java, investment realization in Karawang until the third quarter of 2024 reached IDR 48.6 trillion. This figure has also exceeded the target set by the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) for 2024 of IDR 42.7 trillion. Foreign investment (PMA) dominates the total investment realization, which is IDR 42.05 trillion. The remaining IDR 6.55 trillion comes from domestic investment (PMDN). AllureInfrastructure and urban planning observer from Trisakti University, Yayat Supriatna, said that several years ago he conducted research on the interrelationship of industrial areas in Java and outside Java. The results showed that most industrial areas outside Java only produce semi-finished products. The majority of these semi-finished products are sent to Java, one of which is to the Karawang industrial area. The existence of industry increases the potential for regional growth. "The existence of industrial areas is believed to encourage the growth of Karawang and its surrounding areas," he said. Without the presence of the Karawang KCIC Station, the allure of Karawang Regency as an investment center is already very large. This is considering that Karawang is flanked by three growth centers, namely Jabodetabek, Greater Bandung, and Greater Cirebon, with reliable connectivity in the form of the Trans-Java Toll Road. Karawang is also supported by Tanjung Priok Port in North Jakarta and Patimban Port in Subang. To support transportation hubs in this area, the Jakarta-Cikampek toll road has been developed with the widening of the lanes from West Karawang to East Karawang. "Karawang is like just turning a blind eye, the money comes by itself. When compared to the IKN (national capital), we need an investment of IDR 400 trillion. If the need is IDR 10 trillion per year, that means we need 40 years. Meanwhile, Karawang can approach IDR 29 trillion in one year. This is a big market power," explained Yayat. So cosmeticsThe presence of Karawang Station which is crossed by the Whoosh train is considered only as additional cosmetics to attract investors which can shorten the travel time for individuals from Karawang to Jakarta which is currently still the center of the Indonesian government. The ticket price for the Whoosh train on the Halim-Karawang route and vice versa is IDR 125,000, while for the Karawang-Padalarang/Tegalluar-Summarecon route and vice versa it is priced at IDR 175,000 for premium economy class. As for the business class and first class fares, they are at IDR 450,000 and IDR 600,000. For executive level officials (c-level) in international companies operating in Karawang, the ticket price is certainly very affordable. This is considering that the travel time to Jakarta from Karawang can be shortened to only 15 minutes. Currently, the travel time to KCIC Karawang Station from the economic center of this region in Karawang International Industrial City is around 30 minutes using a four-wheeled vehicle. To access KCIC Karawang Station, passengers using private vehicles from the West Karawang Toll Gate can go via Jalan Badami then enter Jalan Pasar Jati and Jalan Raya Pangkalan. KCIC Karawang Station is connected to the toll road via the West Karawang Toll Gate Kilometer 47 Jakarta-Cikampek. Supporting infrastructureCoordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono when inaugurating the operation of Karawang Station ensured that the government will provide full support to improve connectivity between KCIC Karawang Station and the industrial area in Karawang. The commitment is intended to maximize the economic impact of the station's existence. "The existence of KCIC Karawang Station can increase economic value, community welfare, and expand economic investment not only for Karawang, but also nationally," he said. President Director of PT KCIC Dwiyana Slamet Riyadi said that gradually, the number of train departures will be increased to 62 departures in February 2025. The increase in the number of train departures will be carried out in line with improvements in access and supporting infrastructure connecting the station with the industrial activity center in Karawang. According to Dwiyana, the increase in passengers will be supported by connectivity services, one of which is a free shuttle bus for Whoosh fast train passengers, which connects KCIC Karawang Station with the Summarecon Villagio Outlet shopping center to facilitate passenger mobility. "With complete access improvements, KCIC Karawang Station is targeted to be able to transport 14,000 passengers per day. It is targeted that various infrastructure and supporting facilities for the station to facilitate passenger access can be completed in July 2025," he said. (SOURCE)
Mar, 12 2025
KONTAN.CO.ID – JAKARTA. The Ministry of Investment and Downstreaming/Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) revealed that investment realization reached IDR 1,261.43 trillion until September 2024. From this level, there are 5 provinces with the largest investment realization in the January – September 2024 period. Minister of Investment/Head of BKPM Rosan Roeslani revealed that the investment realization had reached 76.45% of the target set in 2024, namely IDR 1,650 trillion. The investment achievements came from Foreign Direct Investment (PMA) which reached IDR 654.4 trillion or 51.88% and Domestic Investment (PMDN) of IDR 607.03 trillion or reached 48.12%. "The five provinces with the largest investment realization are still DKI Jakarta, amounting to 191.78 trillion or 15.2%," he said at a joint working meeting with Commission XII DPR RI, Jakarta, Tuesday (3/12). In second place, West Java Province was filled with IDR 184.90 trillion or 14.66%. Then there is East Java with IDR 111.44 trillion or 8.83%, Central Sulawesi with IDR 98.60 or 7.82% and the fifth Banten with IDR 83.44 trillion or 6.61%. "If we look at the countries that invest, it is still dominated by Singapore, which for the last 10 years has always been the largest investor in Indonesia, the figure in the first nine months was US$ 14.35 billion," said Rosan. Furthermore, Hong Kong is in second place with an investment of US$ 6.06 billion, China at US$ 5.78 billion, the United States at US$ 2.82 billion and Malaysia at US$ 2.72 billion. (SOURCE)
Dec, 24 2024
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