In anticipation of the Christmas and New Year’s travel rush, PT Pelni in Batam has expanded its fleet with the addition of KM Dorolonda to ensure smooth passenger transportation.
PT Pelni Batam is bolstering its fleet to manage the expected surge in passenger traffic during the upcoming Christmas and New Year holidays, ensuring safe and efficient travel for commuters.
KM Dorolonda will join the Batam fleet on December 18 to assist with the transportation of passengers to Belawan and Jakarta, operating on a rotating schedule with other vessels.
The peak travel period is anticipated around December 19 and 22, with tickets already sold out for these dates. PT Pelni plans to offer additional non-seat tickets to accommodate more passengers.
Batam City officials, including the Mayor, are coordinating efforts across various sectors to ensure a smooth and safe holiday travel experience, prioritizing passenger safety and enforcing capacity limits on vessels.
Preparations include ensuring sufficient life jackets on board, monitoring weather conditions, and enforcing strict capacity limits even with dispensations.
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Additional transportation options, including buses and extra flights, are being arranged to handle the increased passenger flow during the holiday season.
The collaborative efforts of PT Pelni Batam and local authorities aim to ensure a safe, efficient, and organized travel experience for passengers during the Christmas and New Year holidays, reflecting a well-coordinated response to the anticipated surge in travel demand.
PT Pelni Batam is enhancing its fleet with the addition of KM Dorolonda to manage the expected holiday travel surge. With careful planning and coordination with local authorities, Batam is poised to provide a seamless travel experience for passengers during the Christmas and New Year period, prioritizing safety, efficiency, and capacity management.
