Indonesian Railway Polytechnic Lecturer Participates in Southeast Asia Smart Railway China Training Course in Suzhou, China
SUZHOU, CHINA-JAYA NEWS COM – The saying “Seek knowledge even unto China” has proven relevant in the journey of Puspita Dewi, a lecturer at the Indonesian Railway Polytechnic (PPIM) in Madiun. She was selected as Indonesia’s representative in the “Southeast Asia Smart Railway China Training Course,” held in Suzhou, China, from August 6–20, 2025. The training was fully funded by the Chinese Government and attended by participants from Laos, Myanmar, and Indonesia.
Smart Railway Development Training
This training aims to improve human resource capacity in implementing smart railway systems in Southeast Asia. Participants were equipped with the latest knowledge on smart railway technology, infrastructure management, and innovative solutions for efficient mass transportation.
“This is a golden opportunity to learn firsthand about China’s railway development, known as one of the most advanced in the world. We hope we can apply this knowledge in Indonesia,” said Puspita Dewi, a lecturer at the Indonesian Railways Institute (PPIM) under the Ministry of Transportation, on Friday, August 15, 2025.
In addition to Puspita, there are four Indonesian representatives with diverse backgrounds, consisting of professionals in the fields of transportation and development planning:
1. Naomi Massang Lolok – Directorate of Railway Infrastructure, Ministry of Transportation
2. Meilisa Garnisia – Directorate of Railway Infrastructure, Ministry of Transportation
3. Leysi Maharani – Coordinating Ministry for Infrastructure and Regional Development
4. Zaharatul Hasanah – Ministry of National Development Planning/Bappenas
This inter-agency collaboration is expected to generate synergy in accelerating Indonesia’s railway development.
China’s Support and Indonesia’s Railway Development Targets
The Chinese government, through this training, demonstrates its commitment to supporting sustainable transportation development in Southeast Asia. Meanwhile, Indonesia continues to expand its railway network, targeting 10,524 km by 2030, including plans to expand the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway to Surabaya.
“This training aligns with the government’s vision to increase the share of rail transportation, both for passengers and freight, to reduce congestion and carbon emissions,” added Garnisia Meilisa of the Directorate General of Railways (DJKA).
Hopes for Knowledge and Technology Transfer
Participants are determined to bring home best practices from China, such as the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, and automation systems in train operations. This step is considered crucial to supporting the digital transformation of Indonesian railways.
With the spirit of “Smart Railway for Southeast Asia,” this training is expected to be a stepping stone towards a more sophisticated, efficient, and world-class Indonesian railway.**
Nur Fateah
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