ASDP Says It Has Served 24 Crossing Tracks In NTT

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PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero) reports that currently it has served 24 crossings in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) Province to strengthen connectivity between regions and the logistics sector in the area.

ASDP Corporate Secretary Sherly Arifn said the effort was made to support local economic growth and open up access to sustainable transportation that is important for the community and business world in the archipelago.

"With this crossing service, ASDP plays a role as a vital link between the economy and tourism in Kupang and its surroundings, bridging communities spread across various islands," he said as quoted by ANTARA, Wednesday, October 30.

He explained that currently ASDP operates strategic tracks that connect Kupang with areas such as Hansisi, Rote, Kalabahi, Larantuka, Lewoleba, Framee, Sabu, Waingapu, and Maumere.

This track network supports the distribution of logistics and movement of passengers, as well as increases the attractiveness of regional tourism by introducing various natural and cultural potentials of NTT.

Currently, crossing services for the Kupang - Hansisi and Kupang - Rote routes are open every day at 07.00 WITA and 08.00 WITA while other routes are only available on certain days.

"Servict users are expected to pay attention to the predetermined crossing schedule," he said.

In addition to supporting the movement of passengers and vehicles, he continued, ASDP services in Kupang are also the backbone of inter-regional logistics distribution, maintaining price stability and supply of basic necessities.

As well as ensuring the smooth flow of commodities in remote areas, including distribution of superior commodities such as rice, corn, coffee, and nuts, as well as produce from the surrounding area such as shallots, copras, seaweed, and salt.

"The presence of the ASDP fleet is proven crucial for the regional economy as well as to support the food security of the local community," said Shelvy again.

ASDP also said Shelvy facilitates access to services by implementing an online ticket purchase system at strategic ports, including Kupang, Larantuka, and Kalabahi, which can be accessed via trip.ferizy.com.

In October 2024, online ticket services have been expanded to Rote Port, making it easier for logistics drivers and other passengers to plan trips more safely, comfortably, easily and safely.

Of the 24 track routes, said Sherly, the people of NTT are served by nine units of the ferry fleet, some of which are Cakalang II, Ile Laparekan, and Ranaka, ASDP Kupang serves the mobility needs of the people on this track.

Until Semester I 2024, ASDP Kupang Branch has served more than 2.3 million passengers and 2.1 million vehicles, the majority of which are two-wheeled vehicles, showing the important role of ASDP in supporting accessibility in remote areas and improving people's welfare through reliable connectivity.