Coal Flyover Construction Begins in Babat Supat, Separating Mining Trucks from Public Roads

Efforts to reduce conflict between coal hauling traffic and public road users in South Sumatra are now taking shape. Construction of a coal flyover and dedicated hauling road in Sukamaju Village, Babat Supat District, Musi Banyuasin Regency, officially began with a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, 11 March 2026.

The project, owned by PT Baturona Adimulya, was inaugurated directly by the Governor of South Sumatra, Herman Deru, together with the Regent of Musi Banyuasin, Toha Tohet.

Separating Mining Traffic from Public Roads

The flyover is part of a dedicated coal hauling route intended to separate mining vehicle traffic from public roads. This is expected to improve road user safety while streamlining transportation activity in the region.

The groundbreaking event was attended by officials from the South Sumatra Provincial and Musi Banyuasin Regency governments, police representatives, and company representatives, including the President Director and Director of Ucoal Sumberdaya.

Encouraging the Use of Dedicated Roads

In his remarks, Governor Herman Deru emphasized that the government has long encouraged mining companies to stop using state roads for coal hauling. This aligns with mining sector regulations that require the use of dedicated roads.

He praised companies that demonstrate commitment by building supporting infrastructure such as dedicated roads and flyovers, as a form of compliance with regulations and a contribution to public safety.

According to him, the mining sector remains an important part of the regional economy, particularly in creating jobs and contributing to state revenue through taxes and Non-Tax State Revenue (PNBP). Even so, he stressed that coal hauling activities cannot continue to rely on public roads, making the construction of dedicated roads a solution that must be realized in stages.

A Model for Other Companies

The Governor expressed hope that the step taken by PT Baturona Adimulya could serve as an example for other companies to build more orderly and safer supporting infrastructure.

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