PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero), known as KAI, has ensured that all\ndiesel assets are ready to implement B50 biodiesel. Vice President of\nCorporate Communication at KAI, Anne Purba, stated that this readiness\nencompasses locomotives and power cars, which are vital components of\ndiesel-based railway operations.<\/p>\n
\u201cKAI\u2019s readiness aligns with the B50 biodiesel mandate, which the\ngovernment began implementing on 1 July 202lag,\u201d said Anne in a written\nstatement in Jakarta on Thursday (2\/7\/2026).<\/p>\n
Anne noted that the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM)\nhas established the implementation of B50 alongside a three-month\ntransition period to allow for field adjustments, including the\nmanagement of existing stocks and the process of moving towards full B50\nusage. KAI, she continued, supports the government\u2019s policy to\nstrengthen the use of plant-based energy derived from domestic\nresources.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis support is demonstrated through the readiness of our assets,\ntechnical field trials, and the reinforcement of safety and operational\nreliability aspects,\u201d said Anne.<\/p>\n
Anne emphasised that all KAI locomotives and diesel assets are ready\nto implement B50 following technical trials and the strengthening of\noperational safety aspects.<\/p>\n
This readiness, according to Anne, was reinforced through field\ntrials conducted alongside the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources\non diesel-based railway assets. The testing was carried out to ensure\nthat the use of B50 is compatible with the operational characteristics\nof the trains, both for locomotives and power cars.<\/p>\n
For locomotives, the testing focused on observing engine response\nwhen using B50 during train operation patterns. She stated that\nmonitoring was conducted on engine performance, combustion stability,\nfuel consumption, and the condition of key components to ensure assets\nremain reliable while serving passengers.<\/p>\n
For power cars, testing involved inspecting generator set\nperformance, fuel consumption, emissions, filter conditions, and\noperational durability. This stage is crucial as power cars play a role\nin maintaining the electricity supply to support passenger comfort\nduring journeys.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe use of B50 in railway assets requires measured technical\nreadiness. Therefore, KAI is conducting testing, monitoring, and\nevaluation to ensure its implementation remains aligned with railway\noperational safety standards,\u201d said Anne.<\/p>\n
From a sustainability perspective, Anne stated that the\nimplementation of B50 strengthens KAI\u2019s contribution to the national\nenergy transition agenda. Increasing the biodiesel blend helps expand\nthe use of domestic renewable energy, reduces fossil diesel consumption,\nand supports emission reduction efforts in the transport sector.<\/p>\n
Anne mentioned that KAI has also been using biodiesel gradually in\nits diesel operations, progressing from B35 to B40. This experience\nserves as part of KAI\u2019s preparation for the B50 stage using a technical\napproach that is safe, measured, and in accordance with operational\nneeds.<\/p>\n
\u201cKAI is ready to implement the use of B50 in accordance with\ngovernment directives. All our diesel assets have been prepared so that\nthis energy transition can proceed while maintaining travel safety,\noperational reliability, and the quality of service to the public,\u201d said\nAnne.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/biodiesel-b50-officially-in-effect-kai-confirms-all-diesel-assets-are-ready-1782964316", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }