<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2024-10-03/One-Year-of-Jakarta-Bandung-High-Speed-Rail-A-new-era-in-travel-1xopzuSdIti/img/16478637b68141bcaff0213c972c5fe3/16478637b68141bcaff0213c972c5fe3.png' alt='Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Rail, Jakarta, Indonesia, April 17, 2024. /CFP'
The Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Rail (HSR) line’s first anniversary was celebrated on October 2, 2024. One year on, the line connecting Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta, to its fourth-largest city, Bandung, is now a crucial link in the country’s transport network.
According to China Railway International Group, the number of train services has increased from 14 to a peak of 52 per day, with nearly 5 million passengers transported over the past year.
The construction and operation of the Jakarta-Bandung HSR relied heavily on close cooperation between China and Indonesia. The two countries worked together closely in technology transfer, operational management and talent training. Currently, the Chinese team has completed qualification training for more than 160 Indonesian trainees, including a first batch of high-speed train drivers and related positions.
The HSR has greatly eased local residents’ travel experience, significantly reducing the time it takes to travel between the cities. Passengers have said the speed and comfort of the HSR bring greater convenience and choices, allowing them to reach their destinations more quickly and greatly improving their quality of life. The opening of the HSR has also stimulated economic growth in surrounding areas, attracting more tourists and commercial activities, thereby boosting various industries.
To better meet the growing passenger demand, the Jakarta-Bandung HSR is set to be further optimized, with improved service quality and an enhanced passenger experience. As Indonesia’s economy continues to grow and living standards rise, the HSR is expected to attract even more travelers.
