Rail-based distribution helps maintain the smooth supply of\nconstruction materials amid growth in the national construction and\nindustrial sectors.<\/p>\n
Jakarta, ANTARA \u2014 PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) recorded cement\nand clinker transport volumes of 752,852 tonnes from January to April\n2026. The figure highlights the role of rail-based transport in ensuring\nthe steady distribution of construction materials, a key component of\ninfrastructure development, industrial estates, and housing needs across\nregions.<\/p>\n
In April 2026, cement and clinker transport volumes reached 185,258\ntonnes. Previously, KAI carried 205,794 tonnes in January 2026, with a\nsignificant rise in February to 357,120 tonnes. This distribution\ndemonstrates the high logistics demand for building materials in various\ndeveloping regions.<\/p>\n
Anne Purba, Vice President for Corporate Communications at KAI, said\nthat the cement and clinker transport is one of the logistics services\nwith a strategic role in supporting the national supply chain. The\nrailway mode is seen as capable of sustaining distribution with large\ncapacity, measurable travel times, and efficient inter-regional\nlogistics.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe note that the movement of cement and clinker is closely linked to\nconstruction activity. When distribution runs smoothly, the development\nof industrial estates, housing, public facilities, and regional\nconnectivity can proceed more effectively,\u201d Anne said.<\/p>\n
Data from the Indonesian Central Statistics Agency (BPS) show that\nthe construction sector remains a major pillar of the national economy.\nIn Q1 2026, the construction sector grew by 5.49% year on year, while\nits contribution to Indonesia\u2019s GDP in 2025 reached 9.83%. This\nindicates that the demand for distribution of construction materials\nremains dynamic alongside growth in development across regions.<\/p>\n
KAI continues to develop its freight services to meet the growing\nnational distribution needs. Using rail for logistics also helps reduce\ncongestion from heavy road traffic, while supporting energy efficiency\nand reducing the risk of road damage from high-tonnage vehicles.<\/p>\n
Anne added that the current pattern of national logistics\ndistribution requires a transport mode capable of moving in large,\nconsistent volumes. Rail is one option because it offers measurable\non-time performance and can support the sustained distribution of\nvarious strategic commodities.<\/p>\n
\u201cRail-based freight transport will continue to be an important part\nof supporting national economic growth. KAI is committed to keeping\nfreight services reliable, safe, and able to meet the needs of industry\nand a developing society,\u201d Anne concluded.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/kai-cement-and-clinker-transport-reaches-752-000-tonnes-supporting-national-construction-material-distribution-1779545778", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }