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In 2019, Indonesian President Joko Widodo announced a plan to move the capital city from Jakarta to a new location in the East Kalimantan province. This decision was made to address various issues faced by Jakarta, such as traffic congestion, flooding, and overpopulation. Additionally, the capital relocation is expected to drive the development of more modern and efficient information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure.
In this context, Deputy for Infrastructure and Facilities of the National Capital Integrated Coastal Development (NCICD) Authority, Silvia Halim, highlighted that smart transportation would be the key to transforming urban mobility in the new capital city, known as Nusantara Capital (IKN). Silvia stated that this transformation is an integral part of the vision for developing IKN, aiming to create a more sustainable and efficient urban environment by leveraging information and communication technology (ICT).
According to Silvia, there are four key performance indicators (KPIs) that are the main focus of achieving mobility transformation in IKN through ICT. First, achieving 80% of public transportation mobility indicates the level of dependence on digitally connected public transportation. Second, develop the concept of a 10-minute city, which aims to create a city that allows access to various essential facilities within a 10-minute travel time with ICT support. Third, ensuring a connection of less than 15 minutes between IKN and strategic airports to support better air connectivity with the implementation of integrated digital air traffic management systems. Lastly, achieving net zero emissions for the city by 2045 will underscore the importance of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector by utilising non-fossil fuel vehicles or electric public transportation.
To achieve these targets, NCICD has designed a strategy that includes developing integrated ICT infrastructure with integrated public transportation networks as well as road networks and accessibility for the new capital city. Silvia stressed the importance of adequate ICT infrastructure to support population mobility, including prioritising active mobility such as walking and cycling with digital technology support.
The utilisation of big data will be instrumental in ensuring the safety of transportation in IKN by enabling authorities to make more informed decisions through precise data analysis. The planned Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) will encompass eight components, such as sophisticated traffic management systems, autonomous driving systems, and advanced parking systems.
The application of big data can enhance safety evaluations by examining a larger dataset of potential traffic incidents and problematic areas, aiding in accident prevention. Through data analytics, comprehensive trip details like origins, destinations, routes, distances, and travel times can be obtained and aggregated from various sources to provide a holistic understanding of mobility patterns.
The priority for implementing these systems will be focused on 2024, at the beginning of IKN’s operations. Silvia also stressed that the development of IKN will not stand alone but will be part of a super-hub with nearby cities such as Samarinda and Balikpapan. Inter-city connectivity is expected to ensure balanced economic growth across the region, and Silvia invites all parties to participate in the development of IKN by utilising ICT.
Looking ahead, the implementation of these systems is slated for 2024, coinciding with the commencement of operations in IKN. Silvia confirmed that the development of IKN will not occur in isolation but rather as part of a larger superhub that includes neighbouring cities like Samarinda and Balikpapan. This interconnectedness between cities is anticipated to foster balanced economic growth throughout the region.
