BPTD II Overcomes Congestion At Punggur Port In Nataru Holiday With Buffer Zone

Punggur Port In Riau Islands (Doc. ANTARA)

KEPRI - Land Transportation Management Center (BPTD) Region II Riau Islands successfully handled congestion during the Christmas and New Year 2024-2025 holiday period at Telaga Punggur Port. The operation of buffer zones is one of the successful strategies carried out.

Head of BPTD Class II Riau Islands Dini Kusumahati Damarintan explained that the buffer zone, which has a capacity of 150 vehicles, allows vehicles that will board the ship to be accommodated in the area before being directed to the port via the contra flow system.

"The accumulation inside the port can be avoided by accommodating vehicles in the buffer zone. In addition, facilities such as the Nataru post, waiting room, and portable toilet are also provided for the convenience of motorists," he said when contacted by ANTARA in Batam, Saturday, January 4.

In addition, water barriers are also installed along the road to prevent illegal parking vehicles, which often cause traffic jams.

"Security is carried out at various strategic points, including port entrances, buffer zones, piers, and toll gates of the River, Lake and Crossing Transportation Corporation (ASDP). The port's integrated command posts also operate 24 hours with strict supervision from the police," he added.

During Nataru, the peak use of buffer zones was recorded on D+6 or December 31, 2024, with the number of vehicles reaching 95 vehicles.

With the arrangements applied, traffic conditions around Telaga Punggur Port remain under control without any reports of congestion.

"Alhamdulillah, this arrangement went smoothly. Since Nataru 2023/2024, buffer zones and water barriers have been part of our strategy, and the results are very effective," said the Head of BPTD.

This success is proof of the Riau Islands BPTD II's commitment to creating safe and comfortable transportation services for the community, especially during peak periods such as Nataru.