Indonesia to launch Jakarta-Bandung high-speed rail, first in Southeast Asia
The train can reach speeds up to 350 kilometres per hour, and has cost a joint Chinese-Indonesian venture more than US$7 billion to build.
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Indonesia allows state budget to guarantee loans for high-speed rail project
The regulation stipulates the guarantee will cover all financial liabilities, including the loan principal, interest and other additional costs that may be incurred through…
Bangkok Airways introduces new weigh-in rule
Passengers travelling on Bangkok Airways flights are now required to step on the scales along with their baggage before boarding the aircraft.
Indonesia hands early years of high-speed rail operation to China Railway
The government previously announced plans to open the railway to the public on Oct. 1, but the project has yet to acquire the operating permits required for commercial use.
Japan reluctant to join Indonesian high-speed rail project, citing need to protect its ‘brand’
The main phase of the US$7.3 billion project to connect Jakarta with the West Java capital of Bandung, which began construction in January 2016, is nearing completion.
Incheon Airport vows to rebuild global network after years of pandemic disruptions
In a bid to continue its efforts, Incheon Airport will implement services such as the automatic delivery of luggage from home to the airport starting in 2026.
Still no permit for high speed rail a week from Jokowi inauguration
Eva Chairunisa, spokesperson of PT Kereta Cepat Indonesia China, guaranteed that everything remained in compliance with regulations and the company would address any concerns…
Indonesia to merge three state-owned airlines
The merge is expected to improve services and reduce costs, but analysts have raised questions about the efficacy of the move.
Hong Kong airport sees 8 times passenger growth in July
Over the first seven months of the year, the Hong Kong International Airport handled 20.4 million passengers, increasing more than 15 times from the low base recorded during the…
Korea to add more flights to prepare for China’s travel rush
Following the recent lifting of a travel ban, Korea Airports Corp said demand for travel to Korea is expected to soar later this year, especially around China’s National Day on…