Jakarta, INTI - Indonesia and Europe have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing sustainable transportation through investment, technology transfer, and human capital development during the Indonesia-Europe Roundtable on Sustainable Transport Development, held at Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran on July 29, 2026.
Both sides emphasized that the transportation sector plays a vital role in driving economic growth while ensuring the efficient movement of people and goods.
Transport Cooperation Continues to Expand
Oliver Sperling, Designated Deputy Head of Mission of the German Embassy in Jakarta, said the long-standing transport partnership between Indonesia and Europe will continue to grow.
"Transport cooperation will continue in the years ahead. As an archipelagic nation with vast geography, Indonesia requires a strong and reliable transportation system," he said.
Sperling added that Germany and Indonesia have built a trusted partnership over many years, with Germany providing technical assistance, technology transfer, and knowledge sharing to support the development of safe, modern, and reliable transport infrastructure.
The roundtable, held alongside RailwayTech Indonesia 2026, was organized by the Indonesian Railway Society (MASKA) in collaboration with the European Union, the German Government, and KfW Development Bank under the EU's Global Gateway initiative.
The event reaffirmed the shared commitment of Indonesia and Europe to developing resilient, sustainable, and high-quality transport infrastructure through long-term international cooperation.
SRRL Project Highlights Indonesia-Europe Collaboration
Jerome Pons, Head of Cooperation at the European Union Delegation to Indonesia, said the EU remains committed to strengthening sustainable connectivity through strategic investment, technology transfer, and long-term partnerships.
A key example is the Surabaya Regional Railway Line (SRRL) project, which represents Germany's contribution to Indonesia's urban transportation development.
The project's first phase has secured €236 million in financing from KfW Development Bank to modernize and electrify the Surabaya–Sidoarjo commuter rail line, supporting a more climate-resilient transport system.
Pons noted that the partnership extends beyond financing by including technology transfer and workforce training to ensure the successful implementation of the SRRL project.
Conclusion
Through strategic investment, technology transfer, and skills development, Indonesia and Europe are strengthening their long-term partnership to accelerate sustainable transportation and modern infrastructure development across the country.
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