The Semarang Tawang-Alastua Line Can Be Crossed By Locomotives And Trains With Limited Speeds

Train tracks are flooded (Photo: KAI)

JAKARTA - PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) or KAI conveyed that the upstream route between Semarang Tawang-Alastua Station can be opened for train traffic (KA) of all types of locomotives and trains with a speed limit of 5 km per hour.

Director of KAI Facilities and Infrastructure Management Heru Kuswanto explained that after various quick handling steps were taken in the field, the upstream route could now be used again for train operations with limited speed.

"After the action of adding reply, lifting listing, and stabbing, on October 29, 2025 at 19.45 WIB, we can open the upstream route between Semarang Tawang-Alastua Station for train traffic of all types of locomotives and trains with a speed limit of 5 km/hour, escorted by officers and gradually we will raise it according to safety principles," Heru said in an official statement, Thursday, October 30.

Furthermore, Heru added that the previous downstream route had also been traversed, but only certain types of locomotives had special specifications.

"If the current upstream lane can be passed by all types of locomotives, the downstream route has been able to be passed by special locomotives with strict supervision," he said.

"Now we are continuing to strengthen on both rail lines to prepare for the Nataru transportation period. We will increase the rail line again by 30 cm and have been coordinated with the Department of Highways of the Ministry of Public Works for crossings. Hopefully the train journey will run smoothly and safely," he continued.

On Wednesday, October 29, at 20.45 WIB, the Gumarang train with the Surabaya Pasar Turi-Pasar Senen relation became the first train to cross the upstream route with a limited speed of 5 km per hour using an official locomotive without any help.

"With the upstream route functioning, the pattern of rotating operations is no longer enforced, so train travel can gradually return to normal," he said.

Meanwhile, KAI Vice President Public Relations Anne Purba on the same occasion in the field said that her party continues to monitor traffic conditions and ensure that all safety procedures are carried out strictly.

'The safety of customers is always the main thing. We are grateful for the understanding and patience of the customers, the family waiting, and the community in this situation," said Anne.

KAI Daop 4 Semarang infrastructure officers remain on standby to carry out intensive monitoring of the condition of the lane, water level and drainage system around the rails. KAI also continues to carry out technical evaluations to ensure that infrastructure conditions are safe to pass and strengthen risk mitigation of potential disturbances due to extreme weather by coordinating with BMKG.

KAI urges customers to always update travel information through Contact Center 121, WhatsApp [phone], email [email protected], and official KAI social media account @KAI121 on Instagram, X and Facebook.

"We apologize for the delay in travel that is still happening due to conditions beyond control. KAI continues to evaluate, improve, and improve coordination so that services to customers remain safe, reliable and comfortable," concluded Anne.