PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) affirmed its crucial role in maintaining national energy supply stability during the 2025 Christmas and 2026 New Year period (Nataru). During the strategic period from 18 December 2025 to 4 January 2026, KAI operated as the logistical backbone to ensure electricity remained reliable.

From the total 3,286,530 tons of goods transported by KAI during that period, 2,733,587 tons were dominated by coal.

“Coal transport became the backbone of energy supply in various regions, especially Java and Bali, when electricity consumption increased significantly during the Christmas and New Year holidays.”

Stable electricity availability was key so that increased household, tourism, and business sector activities during the long holiday could run comfortably without disruption.

Railway Advantages and Other Commodities

KAI is committed to ensuring the smooth distribution of primary energy, utilizing the advantages of the railway mode which has:

  • Large transport capacity.

  • High schedule accuracy.

  • Guaranteed safety levels.

Besides coal, which is the main strategic commodity for power generation, KAI also distributed other important commodities during the Nataru period. These commodities include cement, fertilizer, fuel, and consumer goods, which directly support the construction, agricultural, industrial sectors and basic public needs in various regions.

“Railways do not only take people home or on holiday, but also ensure the lights stay on, industry keeps moving, and the economic wheels keep turning. This is KAI’s role in serving the nation, even when many are enjoying their holidays.”

Java

Java is an Indonesian island renowned for its rich cultural heritage and historical significance, particularly as the center of powerful Hindu-Buddhist kingdoms like Majapahit and the spread of Islam through sultanates. It is home to major cities like Jakarta and Yogyakarta, and iconic UNESCO sites such as the Borobudur and Prambanan temple compounds. Today, it is Indonesia’s political, economic, and cultural heartland, with a population exceeding 145 million people.

Bali

Bali is an Indonesian island province renowned for its lush volcanic landscapes, intricate Hindu temples, and vibrant arts scene. Its unique culture is deeply shaped by Balinese Hinduism, which arrived from Java between the 1st and 16th centuries, creating a distinct identity within the predominantly Muslim archipelago. Today, it is a world-famous destination celebrated for its spiritual atmosphere, traditional dance, and picturesque rice terraces.