KAI Uses B40 for All Locomotives, Prepares to Test B50
PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) has begun using B40 biosolar for all locomotives and generators. This step forms part of the energy transition in the transportation sector.
KAI Vice President of Corporate Communication, Anne Purba, stated that all operational facilities are now utilising renewable energy-based fuel.
“All locomotives and generators operated by KAI are using renewable energy through B40 biosolar fuel,” said Anne.
“KAI places great emphasis on this and is ready to support the next steps from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, namely the development of B50,” Anne added.
Each locomotive and generator will undergo testing to ensure journey safety remains maintained.
The use of B40 is seen as helping to suppress rail operational emissions. KAI views this step as strengthening the position of trains as a more environmentally friendly mode of transport.
“We understand that efficiency and affordable travel costs are very important to the public. Amid increasingly limited fossil fuel supplies, trains present a solution for reliable and cost-effective mobility,” Anne remarked.
This programme also aligns with the government’s strategy to increase the utilisation of vegetable-based fuels to support the 2060 net zero emissions target.
Passenger numbers rose 18.4 per cent compared to the same period last year, reaching 14,519,000 passengers.
KAI also recorded high logistics transport. During the same period, KAI transported 12,075,002 tonnes of coal as well as 2,873,440 tonnes of other goods.
All distribution was carried out using facilities that have adopted B40 biosolar.
KAI states that the use of renewable energy forms part of its support for government policies in the energy sector.
“Public awareness of switching to environmentally friendly public transport continues to be reflected in the increasing customer volume,” said Anne.
“We are committed to ensuring that trains continue to transition into a safe and efficient mode of transport, bringing sustainable benefits for the nation’s future,” she concluded.