A member of the House of Representatives Commission VI, Gde Sumarjaya Linggih, appreciates the designation of the Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) toll payment system as a National Strategic Project (PSN). "During long holidays such as Lebaran or the end of the year, many toll gates experience congestion that wastes a lot of time," he said in a statement in Jakarta on Friday. According to him, the implementation of MLFF, which allows toll users not to stop while paying at toll gates, will have a significant economic impact. Specifically, it relates to cost efficiency and the smooth flow of both passengers and goods and services. He continued, if calculated, the economic losses due to this congestion are very large. It is not only time but also the amount of fuel wasted. In Jakarta alone, according to the Ministry of Transportation, the losses due to congestion reach IDR 65 trillion per year due to fuel waste and lost time. Not to mention the social losses, from pollution to reduced family time. "It is time for this issue to be addressed with applicable and sustainable solutions, not just situational ones like traffic flow arrangements," he emphasized. MLFF has been designated as a non-State Budget (APBN) National Strategic Project (PSN) based on the Coordinating Ministerial Regulation (Permenko) Number 6 of 2024. MLFF is a toll payment method that allows road users to pass through toll gates without stopping. This system uses Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technology, including systems like GPS, to manage payment transactions. With this technology, transactions can be made through the CANTAS application on smartphones, assisted by satellites. By leveraging satellite technology, the MLFF system automatically calculates toll fees based on the distance traveled by the vehicle, eliminating the need for physical toll booths and reducing the need for vehicles to stop or slow down at toll gates. Since December 12, 2023, the MLFF system has been piloted on the Mandara Bali Toll Road by the Toll Road Regulatory Agency (BPJT), where MLFF support equipment has been installed at the toll gates as part of the trial. The MLFF system is planned to be gradually implemented starting from the Mandara Bali Toll Road in October 2024, considering readiness, infrastructure completeness, law enforcement, and community preparedness. During this transition period, the system used is Single Line Free Flow while still using barriers. Article Source : https://m.antaranews.com/amp/berita/4109454/angota-dpr-apresiasi-mlff-jadi-proyek-strategis-nasional

Minister of Public Works and Housing (PUPR) Basuki Hadimuljono ensures that the Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) system, or the toll payment system without stopping, can be implemented during President Joko Widodo's administration. According to him, the development of MLFF technology in Indonesia is still on schedule. "Certainly (implemented during this administration), God willing. The agreement is that (MLFF will be implemented before October 2024)," said Basuki at the PUPR Ministry Office, South Jakarta, Friday (26/4/2024). Basuki then explained that the development of this technology is still according to the scheduled stages. However, he did not specify what the stages of MLFF development are. On the other hand, Basuki stated that PUPR has sent four delegations to Hungary and agreed to continue the implementation of this technology in Indonesia. Meanwhile, in Indonesia, PUPR and several Toll Road Business Entities (BUJT) have agreed to implement this technology in the Single Lane Free Flow (SLFF) format first. "There have been discussions here and we will involve BUJT, it's impossible to move alone, BUJT has agreed to be involved in this SLFF," he explained. Therefore, Basuki reiterated that the implementation of this technology is still on schedule. "The schedule is still on track," he emphasized. Previously, according to detikcom's records, MLFF is a toll payment system based on Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technology and transactions are conducted through a special toll road application on smartphones. Then, GPS will determine the location determined by the satellite and the map-matching process will run in the central system. When the vehicle exits the toll road and the map-matching process ends, the system will calculate the toll fee. The use of the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) has already been widely applied in Eastern European countries, including Hungary. Currently, the use of MLFF technology in Indonesia is still in the development stage. Article Source : https://finance.detik.com/infrastruktur/d-7312355/basuki-pastikan-sistem-bayar-tol-tanpa-stop-bisa-diterapkan-di-era-jokowi/amp

On July 19, 2024 representatives from the Indonesian President's Cabinet Office had gathered alongside officials from Indonesia's Ministry of Public Works and Housing (PUPR), and other esteemed organizations for a pivotal evaluation. Among the myriad projects compete for the coveted Technological Innovation Award, the Indonesian Multi Lane Free Flow (MLFF) project had emerged as a frontrunner. Managed by the Ministry of Public Works and Public Housing, this initiative promised revolutionary advancements in transportation infrastructure development. In the morning plenary session, the PUBER’s Secretary of State for Infrastructure Financing took center stage, delivering a compelling presentation share to the Governor of Bali, the CEO of Jasa Marga, Korlantas representatives, and senior management from Roatex Indonesia Toll System. RITS as the MLFF project implementor, contributed to the showcase of the technology, by orchestrating an on-site demonstration at the toll gate. With precision and expertise, the team revealed the seamless integration and efficiency in traffic management systems. Test rounds were executed flawlessly, and every scenario presented ran well.  The MLFF project team present took the liberty to invite the Cabinet Office delegates for a test tour. The journey over the highway, shared the firsthand transformative capabilities of the MLFF project. MLFF future implementation has been delved into the societal benefits of such innovations — reduced congestion, enhanced safety measures, and a greener footprint for future generations. The synergy between governmental agencies, private enterprises, and technological pioneers was palpable, fostering an atmosphere of optimism and progress. If PUPR's project emerged victorious, the accolades would not only honor the efforts of state employees but also validate Indonesia's commitment to leading the charge in technological advancement.