Transportation, Mail, and Communication

Transportation, Mail, and Communication

Transportation

  • Indonesia’s transportation system is a mix of tradition and modernity, with various modes serving the country’s vast archipelago.
  • A popular form of sea transport is the pelni, which is a passenger ship service connecting major cities and islands.
  • Becaks are a unique Indonesian transportation form, essentially a three-wheeled cycle rickshaw, commonly used for short distance travel in metropolitan areas.
  • Angkot or city transport is a common public transportation method in Indonesia, which is a minivan route taxi system.
  • Train services operate primarily in Java and Sumatra, and air travel has grown rapidly across the country, with the national airline, Garuda Indonesia, operating both domestically and internationally.
  • Indonesia has also adopted modern technology in transportation with app-based taxi services like Grab and GoJek gaining popularity.

Mail

  • The Indonesia Post provides postal services across the country; it is Government-owned and operated.
  • Express postal and courier services like JNE, TIKI, and Pos Kilat are also popular choices for domestic and international deliveries.
  • Online shopping and e-commerce have led to the high usage of delivery services, with apps such as Shopee Express and J&T Express being frequently used.

Communication

  • Traditional forms of communication such as face-to-face meetings and letter correspondence are still valued in many parts of Indonesia, particularly in rural areas.
  • However, the rise of modern technologies has seen an increase in the use of telecommunication services and digital communication channels.
  • Indonesia has a high smartphone penetration rate, and with it, the use of mobile communication apps such as WhatsApp, Line, and BBM is widespread.
  • Indonesian broadcasters provide a wide range of television and radio services, both public and private.
  • Indonesia’s internet services have grown rapidly, providing opportunities for social networking, remote work, and online education. The most popular social media platforms in Indonesia include Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.