Cahaya Trans Bus Company's Permit Suspended After Fatal Toll Road Accident

In the form of revocation of its operating license, such as the business permit for Inter-City Inter-Provincial (AKAP) Bus Transport or Tourism Bus Transport.

Meanwhile, based on supervision and clarification meeting results, it was found that PO Cahaya Trans committed a violation by not reporting changes in the company's management.

Furthermore, the company also operated vehicles that did not comply with the type of service based on its operating license.

“PO Cahaya Trans also committed a violation by operating vehicles with expired operating licenses,” Aan emphasized.

The Ministry of Transportation also found negligence in vehicle operation, leading to an accident that resulted in fatalities.

As a reminder, the Cahaya Trans bus with license plate B 7201 IV was involved in a fatal accident at the Krapyak Toll exit interchange, Semarang, Central Java on December 22, 2025.

The incident allegedly occurred when the Cahaya Trans bus was navigating a curve, and the driver could not control the vehicle's speed.

Photo: Cahaya Trans

The bus then swerved and overturned to the right. As a result of the incident, 16 people died and 12 passengers were injured.

“We will not hesitate to take firm action against public transport companies that violate regulations,” Aan concluded.

The Director General of Land Transportation will impose sanctions in accordance with laws and regulations to create a deterrent effect for the parties involved.

“We hope this incident can serve as an important lesson for all bus companies to comply with the rules,” Aan Suhanan concluded.