Qingdao (ANTARA) - On the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Rail (KCJB)\nline, trains speeding up to 350 km per hour are transforming Indonesia\u2019s\ntransport system. Spanning 142.3 kilometres, the project sees a group of\nyoung professionals, averaging 35 years old, combining technology,\ndedication, and collaboration to ensure operational safety while\nbuilding a bridge of friendship between China and Indonesia.<\/p>\n
Lv Yang, a maintenance engineer in the KCJB operations and\nmaintenance project managed by CRRC Sifang Co., Ltd., oversees field\ninspections and technical guidance for train maintenance. He also\nteaches related technical skills to Indonesian staff.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019ve developed practical operational methods and created training\nvideos so Indonesian colleagues can learn at their convenience,\u201d Lv\nsaid. Thanks to his guidance, many Indonesian staff have gradually\nmastered train maintenance skills, becoming the country\u2019s first locally\ntrained high-speed rail technicians.<\/p>\n
Lv noted that Indonesian staff are highly enthusiastic, quick\nlearners, and full of energy. Their enthusiasm motivates the Chinese\nteam and accelerates technical knowledge transfer.<\/p>\n
Qiu Kaifeng, a second-level ground mechanical maintenance engineer,\nrecalled that Indonesian staff initially struggled with installation\nprecision. \u201cI practised repeatedly with them and refined their\ntechniques. Now, many can independently handle basic maintenance tasks,\u201d\nhe said.<\/p>\n
Agus Nurrohman, an Indonesian engineer, emphasised that hands-on\npractice and repetition are crucial for mastering maintenance work.\n\u201cContinuous training hones technical skills until they become\nproficient,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Han Tengfei, a maintenance scheduling supervisor, observed that\nIndonesian dispatch staff are young, highly collaborative, and actively\nexchange cultural insights with Chinese colleagues using translation\ntools.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m delighted to work with Chinese instructors. Sharing each other\u2019s\nnatural scenery and cuisine during breaks is enjoyable. I hope to join\ntechnical training exchanges and visit China to see the beautiful\nsnowscapes,\u201d said Dwiki Sanjaya, an Indonesian dispatch planner.<\/p>\n
Indonesian young professionals also show equal enthusiasm. Hanung Dwi\nPamungkas highlighted mutual support in daily operations. Indonesian\nstaff share practical experience, while Chinese staff provide technical\nknowledge. Indonesian staff also assist in field operational\ncoordination by blending local expertise with technical guidance. This\ncollaboration strengthens technical capabilities and team\ncommunication.<\/p>\n
Arif Gumilang Pangestu (31), senior maintenance team leader, said\nopen communication and mutual respect with Chinese staff enable\nefficient task completion. He has learned advanced technical knowledge\nand efficient work methods, while Chinese staff gain hands-on\noperational experience on-site.<\/p>\n
Technical engineer Andy Fii Aunillah (27) highlighted daily\ncoordination before maintenance work, including joint inspection\nmaterial evaluations. \u201cChinese engineers are diligent, practical, and\nhighly knowledgeable. Their dedication is truly inspiring,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
This close collaboration didn\u2019t happen overnight. During the early\noperational phase, locals frequently flew kites near the tracks, posing\nsafety risks. Lv and Indonesian staff conducted safety education at\nschools and around the rail areas, installed warning signs,\nsignificantly reducing risks. This grassroots initiative exemplifies how\nyoung professionals from both nations tackle challenges together.<\/p>\n
Wu Haogang, Director of CRRC Sifang\u2019s Operations and Maintenance\nDepartment, said Chinese and Indonesian young professionals have open\ncommunication and mutual trust. Through direct teaching and\nmentor-trainee guidance, they have trained 78 ground mechanical\nengineers, 19 dispatch staff, and 23 maintenance personnel, guiding them\nfrom novices to independent workers. Indonesian staff actively propose\npractical improvements, enhancing operational efficiency. Their\ncollaboration reflects deep friendship and trust in the China-Indonesia\nhigh-speed rail partnership.<\/p>\n
Beyond work, staff actively participate in cultural and sports\nactivities together. Han Tengfei noted Indonesian staff are skilled at\nbadminton and provide careful guidance, reflecting the same supportive\nspirit as in their professional work.<\/p>\n
Zhang Zhiyi, Deputy General Manager of CRRC Sifang Co., Ltd., praised\nyoung professionals from both countries for their courage, innovation,\nperseverance, and meticulousness in ensuring KCJB\u2019s safe operations.<\/p>\n
\u201cTheir work has driven the successful localisation of China\u2019s\nhigh-speed rail technology in Indonesia, nurtured local technical\ntalent, and provided strong support for high-quality operations, while\ncontributing to the \u2018golden brand\u2019 of the China-Indonesia Belt and Road\ncooperation,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
The KCJB officially commenced operations on 17 October 2023. The\n142.3-kilometre jointly built line has a top speed of 350 km\/h, reducing\nJakarta-Bandung travel time from over three hours to just 46 minutes,\ndelivering efficient and comfortable journeys for Indonesians.<\/p>\n
As of now, the line has completed safe journeys.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/young-chinese-and-indonesian-professionals-collaborate-effectively-on-kcjb-1780033090", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }