JAKARTA (ISL News) - In order to anticipate a surge in the number of passengers and vehicles during Arusw balik Lebaran Iedul Fitri in 2024, the Directorate General of Sea Transportation is committed to helping reduce traffic congestion on the Bakaheuni-Merak crossing section by deploying assistance from state and private fleets on the Panjang- Ciwandan.
Director General of Sea Transportation, Capt. Antoni Arif Priadi, emphasized that from 12 to 18 April 2024, the public can take advantage of the assistance of KN's fleet of navigation vessels. Edam and KPLP KN patrol boat. Trisula on the Panjang-Ciwandan crossing section.
"Not only that, we also provide a fleet of KMP Panorama Nusantara, KMP ALS Elvina and KMP Amadea vessels which will operate on the same section during the same period," he added.
The ship fleet assistance schedule has been determined as follows:
- April 12 2024: KMP Panorama Nusantara and KMP ALS Elvina
- 13-18 April 2024: KMP Panorama Nusantara, KMP ALS Elvina, and KMP Amadea
Capt. Antoni explained that the aim of deploying this additional fleet was to ensure the smooth and safe travel of the public during the Eid backflow period.
"We invite all people to use this service in an orderly manner and comply with applicable regulations. We are ready to provide the best service for all sea transportation service users," he said.
Apart from that, the Directorate General of Sea Transportation has also coordinated with various related parties to ensure the smooth operation of this additional fleet.
On this occasion, Capt. Antoni also reminded the public to pay attention to safety when driving.
"The Directorate General of Sea Transportation hopes that with this step, the public can feel the benefits in reducing traffic congestion and making travel during the Eid backflow safer, safer and more comfortable for all parties involved," he concluded.
(ISL News Editorial/HUBLA Public Relations/email:islnewstv@gmail.com).
