The city of Bogotá is strengthening its climate commitments with the acquisition of 269 fully electric buses for its Integrated Public Transport System (SITP). The new additions to the TransMilenio electric fleet will begin operating in late 2025, aiming to cut 26,000 tons of CO₂ emissions annually.
A commitment to clean mobility
The new articulated and bi-articulated buses will operate from El Vínculo yard in Soacha and Calle Sexta yard in Santa Fe. Authorities expect the TransMilenio electric fleet to improve air quality for over two million users in the metropolitan area.
“This first phase is a regional project involving Bogotá and surrounding municipalities. We’ll have the largest and most efficient electric fleet worldwide,” said to Cambio TransMilenio General Manager María Fernanda Ortiz.
Cutting-edge and sustainable technology
The new buses will feature intelligent engines, regenerative braking systems, and onboard sensors for real-time monitoring of emissions, energy consumption, and performance.
The design complies with European Union clean service standards, and bi-articulated models will include particle channeling systems to reduce the city’s carbon footprint.
According to the District Environment Secretariat, the emission savings are equivalent to the carbon absorption of over 1.7 million trees per year.
Investment and infrastructure
With a total investment of COP 1.6 trillion, the city will also install new charging points to support the incoming TransMilenio electric fleet. The tender process is open to companies and private equity funds that meet the project’s technical criteria.
A long-term vision
Bogotá currently operates 1,485 fully electric buses. With this latest initiative, the city aims to surpass regional peers like Santiago, Buenos Aires, and Mexico City in clean fleet leadership.
“Phase VI will allow us to implement a zero and low-emission fleet while building an efficient intermunicipal system,” stated Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán.
By 2036, Bogotá plans to operate a 100% electric TransMilenio fleet, fully integrated with the city’s First Metro Line.
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Join us at the Latam Mobility Summit Medellín 2025
To keep the momentum going, we invite you to the Latam Mobility Summit Medellín, taking place on June 4–5, 2025, at the ‘Orquideorama’, located inside the Medellin Botanical Garden.
This event will bring together public and private sector leaders, startups, multilateral organizations, and international experts to promote solutions in sustainable mobility, EV infrastructure, and smart cities.
With insightful panels, keynote speeches, and unmatched networking opportunities, this Summit is the must-attend event for driving change in Latin America’s transportation sector. See you there!
