Ministry of Transportation Takes Action Against 158 ODOL Trucks During 2026 Eid Exodus Period

JAKARTA - Enforcement against Over Dimension Over Loading (ODOL) trucks continues to mark the 2026 Eid al-Fitr homecoming traffic or 1447 Hijriah. Even though operational restrictions on goods transport have been implemented, hundreds of heavy vehicles still daringly pass through toll roads. The Director General of Land Transportation at the Ministry of Transportation, Aan Suhanan, stated that based on RFID data at KM 54B on the JORR E route during the period of 13–21 March 2026, 158 goods transport vehicles with 3 to 5 axles were detected violating the rules. “158 goods transport vehicles were still found passing through during the restriction period and detected as ODOL,” Aan said in his statement on Sunday (22/3/2026). This finding indicates that compliance among goods transport operators is not yet fully optimal, although the government has applied strict regulations during the homecoming period. Overall, 124 truck owners were recorded violating operational restrictions, with some repeating up to three times. Several companies most frequently recorded as violators include PT SIL, PT MUPM, PT IWE, PT FRI, and PT PF. To address these violations, the Directorate General of Land Transportation imposes administrative sanctions in the form of written warnings and the obligation to issue a statement of commitment not to repeat the offence. If they persist, sanctions will be escalated up to the suspension of operational permits. On the other hand, the implementation of goods transport restrictions from H-8 to Eid day has proven effective in suppressing the volume of heavy vehicles on toll roads. The number of class III to V goods transport vehicles was recorded to decrease by 69.83 per cent, from 131,267 vehicles to 39,608 vehicles. All logistics companies are urged to comply with the restriction rules applicable to vehicles with three or more axles, including articulated trucks, trailers, as well as mining products and building materials transport. “We prioritise the safety and comfort of road users. Compliance from all parties is greatly needed,” Aan said.