PT Waskita Karya (Persero) Tbk together with PT Jakarta Propertindo\n(Perseroda) has initiated a series of testing and commissioning\n(T&C) of the LRT Jakarta Phase 1B Velodrome-Manggarai railway system\nsome time ago. One of the tests involved a 3.6-kilometre track running\nbetween Velodrome Station and Pramuka Station.<\/p>\n
Jakarta Propertindo (Jakpro) Chief Executive Iwan Takwin said the\nT&C phase is conducted in detail to ensure the entire system is\nready for use. The process includes systematic and structured testing of\nall components and subsystems before commercial operation, covering the\ntrack, signalling, electrification, communications, and operational\nintegration.<\/p>\n
\u201cEvery metre of the elevated track of LRT Jakarta Phase 1B is our\nresponsibility to the people of DKI Jakarta who will rely on the LRT\ndaily. Therefore, the T&C phase must be prepared very meticulously,\u201d\nIwan said in a written statement on Tuesday, 19 May 2026.<\/p>\n
Waskita Karya Operations Director II Paulus Budi Kartiko said that\nWaskita Karya\u2019s involvement in building Jakarta LRT Phase 1B is not only\nrelated to construction work but also an opportunity to demonstrate\nresults or showcase capability. This high-visibility project makes the\nquality of work have a direct impact on long-term reputation.<\/p>\n
Waskita\u2019s scope of work on the LRT Jakarta Phase 1B includes civil,\ntrack, systems, and operations integration. The company continues to\naccelerate the work so that the project can be benefited by the public\nsoon. The project, valued at IDR 4.1 trillion, has now reached 92.76\npercent completion.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn the course of the work, the main challenge (urban constraint) we\nface as the contractor includes Jakarta\u2019s heavy traffic and limited\nworkspace. Therefore, the solution is to optimise night-time working\nhours that demand focus and innovation in safety systems and working\nsystems. We see this as a constraint that must be managed, not avoided,\u201d\nPaulus said in a press release on Tuesday, 19 May 2026.<\/p>\n
In carrying out the track tests, he added, one of the areas traversed\nis the crossing over the Wiyoto Wiyono Toll Road active lanes at\nkilometres 1+700 to 2+100. To safeguard traffic conditions on that toll\nroad during construction, Waskita innovated by using a balanced\ncantilever method with a 120-metre span.<\/p>\n
\u201cConstruction safety, both in securing the balanced cantilever\nconstruction and for road users, must be prioritised,\u201d Paulus said. He\nadded that survey monitoring and chambers are also conducted regularly\nevery day.<\/p>\n
Field teams also installed safety nets around the balance girder\nsegments. Thanks to these measures, Waskita achieved zero accidents\nduring the construction of the LRT Jakarta Phase 1B balanced\ncantilever.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Wiyoto Wiyono crossing has become one of the most important\nicons in the track tests in recent times. This success signals\nIndonesia\u2019s construction progress that can integrate public transport\nwith an existing active line in the midst of Jakarta\u2019s busy activity,\u201d\nhe said.<\/p>\n
Paulus said coordination with Jakpro, as owner of the project, is\nbeing strengthened so that the T&C sequence can run smoothly. This\nstage is important as it aims to determine the readiness of the LRT\nJakarta system to carry tens of thousands of passengers daily.<\/p>\n
\u201cA good cooperation with Jakpro as owner ensures that the two train\nruns conducted so far have proceeded without hindrance. In line with\nJakpro\u2019s principle of prioritising sustainability in every project,\nthese train runs will also serve as an internal evaluation to prepare\nfor the next testing phase,\u201d Paulus said.<\/p>\n
He revealed that the train run results show the trains can operate\nsmoothly from Velodrome to Pasar Pramuka using full electrical power.\nWaskita Karya remains committed to delivering the best possible results\nso that this transport facility is not only safe but comfortable to\nuse.<\/p>\n
LRT Jakarta Phase 1B, he said, has been eagerly anticipated. Besides\nreducing traffic congestion, the project also strengthens inter-regional\nconnectivity and the integration of public transport in the metropolitan\ncity.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are optimistic that the arrival of LRT Jakarta Phase 1B will\nexpand modern public transport options, facilitate residents\u2019 mobility,\nand encourage a shift from private vehicles to public transport,\u201d Paulus\nsaid.<\/p>\n
He said that this electric public transport mode is the best solution\nfor creating cleaner and healthier urban air. Ultimately, this will\nsupport the target of zero emissions or Net Zero Emission (NZE).<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/waskita-accelerates-jakarta-lrt-phase-1b-construction-as-progress-reaches-92-76-percent-1779546165", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }