The Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Rail (KCJB) project is set to enter its next phase as test commissioning begins today, May 15th, 2023. During the dynamic testing phase, diesel locomotives (DMUs) will be run at speeds of up to 80 km/h for several days to assess the readiness of all infrastructure and equipment built for the project. The operator has confirmed that no train journeys will be made at this stage.
Rahadian Ratry, the General Manager Corporate Secretary of PT Kereta Cepat Indonesia China (KCIC), stated that the test commissioning process will be carried out jointly with the contractors to ensure the readiness of all the facilities and infrastructure of the KCJB.
According to Ratry, no Electric Multiple Units (EMUs) or Comprehensive Inspection Trains (CITs) will be traveling during the early phase of test commissioning.
Instead, initial preparation will focus on testing the integration of the systems, infrastructure, fixed assets such as signaling, telecommunication, catenary, operation control center (OCC), depot, and stations.
Test commissioning is a crucial stage in the plan for the operation of the JBHSR. This process involves testing and assessing the high-speed rail’s infrastructure and equipment, including dynamic testing of EMU/CIT travel along the JBHSR route.
Ratry noted that independent testing of the infrastructure and facilities had already been conducted to ensure that all subsystems functioned normally according to the specified standards and specifications. The independent testing began in April 2023.
To ensure that the testing and assessment phases are carried out correctly, KCIC has appointed NERC and CARS as independent consultants to assist with the project’s test commissioning.
NERC is responsible for assessing the infrastructure and facilities, while CARS acts as a consultant to assess the safety of the JBHSR infrastructure and facilities.
During the test commissioning process, diesel locomotives will be run first for several days at speeds of up to 80 km/h, followed by the JBHSR EMU as part of the testing phase. The EMU’s speed will be limited until it reaches the approved technical speed of 385 km/h.
Despite the fact that CIT or EMU KCJB will not pass by immediately, the public is advised to stay away from the JBHSR route and not engage in any activities in the vicinity, as electricity will begin to be activated, and the overhead catenary system for JBHSR is highly dangerous, with a strength of 27.5 KV.
According to Ratry, “Test commissioning is a critical milestone in the JBHSR project. It is through this process that all the facilities and infrastructure built will be tested for their readiness until the JBHSR is ready for operations.”
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