Transport

Transportation and logistics in Indonesia are sectors of great opportunity, but also pose immense challenges. As the economy booms and travel increases, related businesses grow and relevant infrastructure is built. Industries that are directly and indirectly involved in any of these activities, from airlines to construction companies, will benefit....

High-speed rail is unlikely to come to Indonesia any time soon, with attempts so far proving to be anywhere from impractical to impossible. Nevertheless, rail is an important part of the nation’s development and there is plenty of work to be done that could greatly benefit the country at a relatively low cost. Indonesia is focusing on projects of...

The Indonesian air transport industry has gone from an international pariah banned in the EU to one of the most interesting globally for airlines, manufacturers, travellers and investors. The economy is growing, leading to an increase in travel and higher capital expenditures in the sector, as the government makes efforts to strengthen players and...

Along with the boom in Indonesian aviation has come a realignment. While the country has 15 airports designated as international gateways, and direct flights have long been available on major routes, new connections are being opened between smaller airports in Indonesia and cities throughout ASEAN. The hub-and-spoke model is evolving into a more...

The car is king in Abu Dhabi, where petrol is inexpensive and the development of outlying suburban areas has meant that long commutes to the office are not uncommon. But with population growth and continued economic expansion in recent years, the emirate’s roadways have come under some pressure, particularly in Abu Dhabi City’s central business...