Preparations for the introduction of electric buses as part of Bahrain’s plans to develop an integrated, environment friendly transport system that supports the kingdom’s net-zero emissions target by 2060, have been reviewed.
Transportation and Telecommunications Ministry Land Transport and Post Under-Secretary Fatima Al Dhaen visited the public bus depot, in the presence of the executive management of Bahrain Public Transport Company (BPTC).
She reviewed the preparations for the introduction of electric buses.
During the visit, the company outlined plans to leverage the expertise of its UK-based parent company, Mobico Group, to introduce clean-vehicle technologies and transition bus depots to electric operations.
General Manager Robert Conway reaffirmed the company’s commitment to working with the ministry to support the rollout of electric buses.
The visit also reviewed operational readiness, daily operations and future plans to support the transition to a more sustainable public transport system.
She affirmed the ministry’s commitment to enhancing its efficiency, safety and sustainability, while providing reliable services.
Ms Al Dhaen noted continued improvements in the network’s performance and a growing number of passengers, reflecting the sector’s operational readiness and service reliability.
The BPTC operates a fleet of around 140 buses across 26 routes serving more than 650 bus stops, and has recorded more than 113 million passenger journeys since 2015.
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