RZD is interested in developing a passenger and logistics rail track linking Samarinda and Balikpapan in East Kalimantan. Transportation Minister Budi Karya Sumadi said an executive of RZD had expressed interest in the project during a meeting with the ministry.
RZD has secured a permit to develop a rail track in the province, with the original intent to transport coal. However, with the uncertainties relating to coal prices, the company is now looking to use the track to transport passengers instead.
“They are interested in [developing] a rail track connecting Balikpapan to Samarinda. Since [the demand of] passengers and logistics are there, [the project] will make the transportation there become more efficient,” Transportation Minister Budi Karya Sumadi said.
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