PT Jakarta Propertindo (Perseroda), or Jakpro, through its subsidiary LRT Jakarta, has begun operational trials for the Kelapa Gading-Manggarai route. Public registration for the trial journey opened on September 13, 2026, through the LRTJ Apps, an official QR code, or the designated registration website. The trials run between Kelapa Gading and Manggarai stations, with trains limited to 40 kilometers per hour and a maximum capacity of 100 passengers. The process is intended to ensure the service is ready before full public operations begin.
President Director of Jakpro, Iwan Takwin, said the trials are an important bridge toward opening the expanded service to the public. He said the program allows stakeholders and residents to experience the modern rail service while giving operators direct feedback from users. That feedback will help identify improvements needed across staffing, service procedures, and supporting facilities. The staged approach also allows each part of the operation to be validated and refined before the service reaches full capacity.
The trials will be conducted gradually with continuous evaluations covering train operations, service capacity, waiting times, systems, facilities, and personnel readiness. Jakpro is also improving station access, cleanliness around stations and under-track areas, as well as architectural details. The company says these improvements are intended to create a service that is safe, comfortable, reliable, and inclusive. Such preparation is particularly important as the new route is expected to become a major link within Jakarta’s increasingly integrated public transport network.
The Kelapa Gading-Manggarai LRT spans approximately 12.2 kilometers and serves 11 stations, with a journey taking around 28 minutes. The route connects parts of North, East, and South Jakarta while providing another public transport option for residents traveling across the capital. Its connection to the Manggarai area could further strengthen links with other transport services and make cross-city journeys more efficient. Ultimately, the success of the trial will be measured not simply by whether trains can run, but by whether the entire system can deliver dependable and accessible mobility to Jakarta’s growing population.
Alexander Jason – Redaksi
