It is considered that the construction of the Makassar Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) will not have a significant impact on the economy of Makassar and South Sulawesi (Sulsel). [The Integrated Motorway Train (MRT) passes through Asean Station, Jakarta, Sunday (4/12/2022)./Bisnis-Himawan L Nugraha.] It is projected that the construction of the Makassar mass rapid transit (MRT) […]
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Trip Report: Jakarta construction update
Part 1: A summary of the big construction projects in the city that, contrary to media reports, is not being abandoned. The last time I was in Jakarta was in September 2019, which was about one month after President Joko Widodo announced that the capital would move to Borneo. In the four years since that announcement, […]
Prepare for relocation in Galang with complete facilities
Bataminfo.co.id, Batam-Mayor of Batam-Head of BP Batam Muhammad Rudi continues to fight for the aspirations of the Rempang people to the central government. Relocation of residents has also been prepared in the Galang area with complete facilities. In fact, the new village will later become the main fishing village. He revealed that as a result […]
Tebet Eco Park: A revitalised river park in Jakarta
The Tebet Eco Park is a urban park in Tebet, South Jakarta. The park has an area of 7.3 hectares along a stretch of the Ciliwung River. The park was previously known as Tebet Park, and in 2019 it was announced that the park would undergo a revitalisation. The park reopened on April 23, 2022. […]
Sumenep Promenade: A canal park in Central Jakarta
Sumenep Promenade is a park in Menteng, Central Jakarta. The park is on either side of a canal that receives waste water and surface runoff. The park was previously known as Taman Lawang, and it had a reputation as a hangout for “waria” and homeless at night. The park was revamped in 2020 and named […]
Rempang residents: We are ready to support the government, but don’t relocate
[Map of the Rempang Eco City development area plan by PT Makmur Elok Graha (MEG).] KBRN, Batam: Residents of Rempang, Galang District, admit that they are ready to support the government for the construction of Rempang Eco City, the construction of which will be handled by PT Makmur Elok Graha (MEG). However, Rempang residents asked […]
Autonomous Rail Transit (ART) Kuching
Autonomous rail transit (ART) is a proposed two-line hybrid metro forming part of the Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS). The project is being developed by the government-owned Sarawak Metro. Phase 1 of the ART consists of 2 lines and 27 stations covering approximately 52 kilometres in distance. The vehicles are driverless and are powered by […]
Jakarta MRT: Maps, resources, and news for the Mass Rapid Transit of Jakarta
The Jakarta Mass Rapid Transit (Jakarta MRT) is a rapid transit system in Jakarta, Indonesia. The MRT is part of the rail transit network of Jakarta, along with LRT and commuter railways. The North-South Line opened on 24 March 2019, and the northern extension is under construction. The East-West Line and Outer–Ring Line are planned. […]
Nusantara – New Capital City of Indonesia
Indonesia is planning to move its capital from Jakarta in Java to a new city named Nusantara in East Kalimantan on the island of Borneo. The move is in part to relieve pressure on traffic-clogged Jakarta, which is sinking, polluted and crowded. A new capital city would also be a way of symbolically centralising the […]
Johor Bahru LRT
Johor Bahru LRT is a proposed light rail transit system for the city of Johor Bahru in Malaysia. There was a light rail proposal in 2004, and a private consortium made a proposal in 2021 which is still being considered. This is a separate project from the Rapid Transit System Link (RTS LINK) project between […]
