Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – May 11, 2025 – Jeddah Governorate has announced a significant new phase of its public bus transport project, marking a milestone in sustainable urban development. The initiative was officially inaugurated by H.E. Mr. Saleh bin Ali Al-Turki, Mayor of Jeddah, H.E. Dr. Rumaih bin Mohammed Al-Rumaih, Deputy Minister of Transport and Logistic Services and Acting President of the Transport General Authority, Eng. Yousef bin Nasser Al-Sayegh, CEO of Jeddah Transportation Company, and Eng. Khalid bin Abdullah Al-Hogail, Managing Director and CEO of the Saudi Public Transport Company (SAPTCO), alongside board members and senior transport and logistics officials. This three-year partnership between Jeddah Transportation Company and SAPTCO aligns with Saudi Vision 2030’s objectives to enhance quality of life and reduce reliance on private vehicles.

The project introduces 91 advanced buses from Yutong, including 88 clean diesel buses (EURO-5) with a capacity of 41 seated and 50 standing passengers, and 3 electric buses accommodating 34 seated and 38 standing passengers. All buses feature accessibility enhancements and modern amenities, such as interior route display screens, 14-camera surveillance systems (internal and external), GPS tracking linked to an operational control panel, and USB charging ports.

This phase expands the transport network to 14 bus routes, supported by 80 bus stops and 117 air-conditioned stations, with 46 currently operational and 71 under development. The “Jeddah Buses” mobile application, available on the App Store and Google Play, offers real-time bus tracking, e-ticket purchasing, and payment options via Mada cards or onboard transactions.

Aiming to serve over 30 million passengers within three years, averaging 9 million annually, the project promotes sustainable transport and alleviates urban congestion. By leveraging innovative technology and expanding infrastructure, it establishes Jeddah as a leader in modern public transportation.

This collaboration between Jeddah Transportation Company (JTC) and SAPTCO reflects a strong commitment to advancing the transport sector, supporting Saudi Vision 2030’s vision for a sustainable and connected future.