Transportation

September 16, 2026 No Comment

School bus runs resume following halt over late payments

School bus transportation services across the country are once again fully operational. The Ministry of

September 16, 2026 No Comment

PM Briceño Says Fuel Subsidy Was Aimed at Protecting Bus

Prime Minister John Briceño says the Government’s decision to provide another fuel subsidy to private

September 14, 2026 No Comment

School-bus disruption challenges students in rural and remote communities

Students, primarily in rural and remote communities, were either challenged to find alternative transportation to

September 4, 2026 No Comment

Belmopan Bus Terminal Gets Major Upgrade in $2.5M Investment

Commuters in Belmopan are now benefiting from a newly renovated bus terminal following its official

August 27, 2026 No Comment

Ministry of Transport Rejects BBA’s that Claims Electric Buses Will

The Ministry of Transportation has rejected the Belize Bus Association’s claim that expanding the National

August 19, 2026 No Comment

Belize River Valley Road to Close Temporarily Near Bermudian Landing

Motorists travelling along the Belize River Valley Road are being advised of a temporary closure

August 13, 2026 No Comment

Belize Bus Association Warns of Breaking Point as Diesel Subsidy

Tonight, there is another fire being fanned as bus operators are again pressing the government

July 22, 2026 No Comment

Water taxi operators seek fare increase in Belize

Could sea travelers soon be paying more to travel by water taxi? The Belize Water

May 5, 2026 No Comment

New Bus Fares Hit Commuters

Commuters across Belize are feeling the proverbial financial pinch following yesterday’s increase in bus fares.

April 28, 2026 No Comment

Northern Commuters Stranded as Bus Dispute Disrupts Traffic

While Government officials were working behind the scenes to broker a resolution, commuters in the

April 23, 2026 No Comment

Transport CEO Meets With Bus Operators Amid Fare Talks

There was high-level engagement today between government and the country’s bus operators, as Chief Executive

April 21, 2026 No Comment

Bus operators to increase fares later this month

Bus commuters across the country could soon be paying slightly higher fares, as Cabinet has

April 21, 2026 No Comment

New Tiered Bus Fare System Approved to Take Effect April

There is now a major update tonight to the proposed increase in bus fares, following

April 16, 2026 No Comment

Scrutiny Grows Over National Bus Company Leadership as Interim CEO

Officials from the Ministry of Transport are expected to meet with independent bus operators tomorrow,

April 15, 2026 No Comment

Lane Closure at Lord’s Bank Junction to Cause Delays Through

Motorists traveling along the Philip Goldson Highway are being advised to prepare for delays as

April 14, 2026 No Comment

Bus Fare Hikes Spark Commuter Outrage

Commuters across several routes out of Belize City are tonight voicing frustration after a number

March 26, 2026 No Comment

Minister of Transport says National Bus Company transition shows promise

Four weeks after the historic amalgamation of seventeen bus operators into the National Bus Company,

March 26, 2026 No Comment

Electric and hybrid vehicles arrive in Belize as auto industry

The automotive landscape in Belize is shifting and going green. A brand-new line of electric

March 10, 2026 No Comment

Reconstruction of Rio Hondo International Bridge Officially Underway

Reconstruction work on the Rio Hondo International Bridge officially began yesterday, marking the start of

February 24, 2026 No Comment

Transport Minister Rejects Claims of Political Bias in National Bus

Minister of Transportation Dr. Louis Zabaneh is pushing back against concerns that the Ministry’s decision

February 17, 2026 No Comment

National Bus Company Set to Launch March 1

After months of consultations between the Ministry of Transport and the country’s 30 bus operators,

February 17, 2026 No Comment

Seventeen Bus Operators Join National Bus Company With Government Holding

As previously reported, only 17 of the country’s 30 bus operators have chosen to participate

February 9, 2026 No Comment

James Bus Line Drivers Complete Defensive Driving Training

Drivers employed by the James Bus Line successfully completed a defensive driving training programme designed

February 6, 2026 No Comment

Bill Targets Uninsured Drivers With Expanded Enforcement Powers

Minister of Transport Louis Zabaneh today carried the first reading of the Motor Vehicles Insurance

January 16, 2026 No Comment

Bus Owners Condemn Highway Fight Between Rival Drivers

The Belize Bus Owners Association (BBA) has issued a strong condemnation following the circulation of

January 6, 2026 No Comment

Protesters Rally Against Proposed Motorcycle Fee

A small group of protesters gathered on Saturday at the border between Eldridgeville and Jacintoville

January 6, 2026 No Comment

Wil Maheia Flags Ongoing Road Safety Gaps in Toledo District

Well-known activist Wil Maheia is again drawing attention to what he describes as ongoing neglect

December 9, 2025 No Comment

UDP Leader Slams Motorcycle Regulations as Financial Burden on Commuters

United Democratic Party (UDP) Leader Tracy Panton has strongly criticized the Government’s recently proposed motorcycle

November 13, 2025 No Comment

Belize City e-Mobility Project Named Top Five at Global Awards

Belize City has earned global recognition after its e-Mobility Pilot Project emerged in the top

November 12, 2025 No Comment

Belize Eyes Major Upgrade With 150 New Buses

Belize’s public transportation system is set for a major upgrade as the Government of Belize

October 28, 2025 No Comment

Belize City’s E-Bus Project Delivers Major Profits, Says Mayor Wagner

Public Transportation investments are projected to be one of the most lucrative assets to the

October 21, 2025 No Comment

Belize City Boy Safely Escorted to School After Morning Drop

Gabriel Orelliano, a child who was attending stella marris School wondered off campus – avoiding

September 15, 2025 No Comment

Westline Launches First Electric Bus Service in Belize

Westline Bus Company’s new electric buses officially hit the road today, serving commuters traveling from

September 1, 2025 No Comment

Court Orders Transport Board to Reconsider Serrano’s Bus Permit After

Twenty-five months after being run off the proverbial road, Serrano’s Bus Line is experiencing some

August 27, 2025 No Comment

Highway Delays Expected as Massive Bridge Beams Transported to Cayo

Drivers along portions of the Philip Goldson and George Price Highway should expect some delays

August 22, 2025 No Comment

Commuters Voice Frustration Over New Bus Standees Regulation

The Ministry of Transportation is now experiencing an influx of complaints from several commuters. With

August 21, 2025 No Comment

Transport Minister Defends Bus Tender Process for E-Mobility Project

Minister of Transportation, Dr. Louis Zabaneh, has provided a detailed timeline of the tendering process

August 21, 2025 No Comment

Three Electric Buses to Join Belize’s Fleet Under UNDP Pilot

Three E-Buses, procured through the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) will be handed over to

August 21, 2025 No Comment

Bus Association Expresses Disappointment in Government’s Handling of E-Bus Pilot

As the Ministry of Transportation proceeds with the E-Mobility Pilot Project, the Belize Bus Association

August 19, 2025 No Comment

Electric Buses to Roll Out on Northern Highways Later This

Following the success of the electric buses in Belize City, the Ministry of Transportation says

August 18, 2025 No Comment

Minister of Transport Responds to E Bus Issue

The Ministry of Transportation has clarified that there has been no official announcement award contract

August 14, 2025 No Comment

Belize City Council Launches Cashless E-Bus Ridership Card

If you’re among the thousands of passengers who use the E-bus system operated by the

August 13, 2025 No Comment

Oversized Bridge Segments to Cause Overnight Traffic Disruptions on Major

The Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing (MIDH) has issued a traffic advisory regarding the

August 7, 2025 No Comment

Belizean Developer Launches First National Online Bus Schedule App

Belizeans who have long struggled with unreliable or hard-to-find public transportation schedules may soon have

August 6, 2025 No Comment

Transport CEO Proposes Temporary Moratorium on New Motorcycle Licenses Nationwide

In response to a troubling spike in fatal motorcycle accidents and the increasing use of

August 6, 2025 No Comment

New Bus Terminal Bench Damaged Days After Installation

A newly installed waiting bench at the Novelo’s Bus Terminal in Belize City has already

July 28, 2025 No Comment

Orange Walk Bus Lines Propose Fare Hike Without Department of

Several bus operators out of the Orange Walk District are looking to increase their bus

July 18, 2025 No Comment

National Bus Company Takes First Step Toward Modernizing Transit

The Advisory Committee National Bus Company convened its first official meeting today, signaling a major

July 11, 2025 No Comment

Belize Prepares to Launch New National Bus Company

The government is nearing the launch of the National Bus Company (NBC), and bus operators

July 10, 2025 No Comment

Bus Terminal Upgrades Continue Nationwide Amid Aging Infrastructure Concerns

Facilities at the bus terminals across the country are being upgraded in phases across the

July 8, 2025 No Comment

15 Bus Companies Sign On to Form National Bus Company

Fifteen bus operators have officially signed on to the Government of Belize’s proposed Public Private

July 4, 2025 No Comment

James Bus Line Applies for Route After Alma’s Permit Lapses

Chief Executive Officer for Transportation, Chester Williams confirmed today that the Transport Board is considering

July 1, 2025 No Comment

CEO Inspects Buses, Flags Major Safety Issues Across Belize

While on his tour, CEO of the Ministry of Transportation, Chester Williams, emphasized that a

June 13, 2025 No Comment

Bus Owners Open to National Company, Seek Clarification on PPP

The Belize Bus Owners Association (BBA) is no longer rejecting the idea of a national

June 10, 2025 No Comment

Bus Evacuated After Smoke Scare on Philip Goldson Highway

A bus load of commuters coming into the city this morning was forced to evacuate

May 2, 2025 No Comment

Half of Belize’s Buses Below Standard, Ministry Pushes for Overhaul

Half of the passenger buses currently on the road are not up to standard. That’s

April 17, 2025 No Comment

Aviation Security Under Scrutiny Following Tropic Air Hijacking

Amid the aftermath of today’s frightening ordeal, many are now questioning how a weapon and

April 16, 2025 No Comment

“Arrive Safely, Arrive Alive”: Campaign Launched to Combat Drunk and

The Commissioner’s advice mirrors that of the National Drug Abuse Control Council (NDCACC), which launched

April 14, 2025 No Comment

New Transport Board Convenes, Outlines Vision for Belize’s Public Transit

Orientation and training sessions were held earlier today with the members of the new Transport

April 14, 2025 No Comment

Transportation Ministry Cracks Down on Bus Terminal Services with New

In related news: the Ministry of Transportation has implemented several new measures geared at improving

April 11, 2025 No Comment

Transport Ministry Targets Reckless Bus Driving with New Measures

The Ministry of Transport is rolling out new measures aimed at curbing reckless driving on

April 4, 2025 No Comment

CDB and Infrastructure Ministry Review Progress on Key Road Projects

The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) and the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing (MIDH) met

April 4, 2025 No Comment

Traffic Delays Continue as Philip Goldson Highway Works Advance

Works continue to date on the Philip Goldson Highway which continues to create traffic diversions

March 19, 2025 No Comment

Belize Civil Aviation Assures Public on Air Safety Amid Regional

A major concern for Belizean travelers is flight safety, particularly due to the high number

March 4, 2025 No Comment

Belize Unveils New Bus Tier System to Improve Public Transport

Passengers who utilize public buses will soon have more options in terms of comfort and

January 27, 2025 No Comment

Transport Ministry, Bus Operators Address Overcrowding and Passenger Safety

The Ministry of Transport held a stakeholders’ meeting last week with over thirty bus operators

January 24, 2025 No Comment

Upgraded Buses Expected by March as Transport Ministry Sets Compliance

Commuters can look forward to better buses on the road in the coming months. The

January 23, 2025 No Comment

Caracol Road Upgrading Project: Transport of Massive 130-Foot Bridge Beams

The Ministry of Infrastructure Development & Housing has announced the transport of massive 130-foot-long bridge

January 13, 2025 No Comment

PG Traffic Team and Bus Owners Discuss Safer Routes for

A meeting was held in Punta Gorda between the PG Traffic Management Team and Bus

January 2, 2025 No Comment

Passenger User Fee for Water Taxis Reinstated to Pre-COVID Rates,

The Belize Ports Authority has increased the passenger user fee for water taxi passengers. The

December 23, 2024 No Comment

New Bus Run Launched Along Coastal Plains Highway to Address

Commuters residing along the Coastal Plains Highway are being accommodated as new bus runs have

December 12, 2024 No Comment

Government Intervenes in Punta Gorda Bus Route Dispute to Ease

Government officials have stepped in to help address the tensions between bus owners and the

December 12, 2024 No Comment

Ministry of Health and NDACC Launch Campaign to Address Spike

In hopes of tackling the spike in road traffic fatalities, the Ministry of Health and

December 10, 2024 No Comment

Transport Department May Extend Bus Upgrade Deadline Amid Pushback from

The deadline for bus owners to have half their fleet upgraded is fast approaching, but

December 5, 2024 No Comment

Benque Viejo Searches for New Bus Terminal Location Amid Safety

Area Representative Jorge Melin Espat is currently on a mission to identify a location for

December 4, 2024 No Comment

Benque Residents Protest Proposed Relocation of Bus Terminal Near School

A group of Benque Viejo del Carmen Town residents has come together to speak out

November 28, 2024 No Comment

Belize to Launch Online Immigration and Customs System for Travelers

The Government of Belize is introducing a new digital system designed to streamline immigration and

November 27, 2024 No Comment

Evan Cain Charged with Aggravated Assault Following Traffic Checkpoint Incident

Evan Cain, a resident of rural Belize, was arrested this morning as he commuted into

November 5, 2024 No Comment

Belize City Council Faces $1.6M Bill to Repair Damaged Streets

One point six million Belize dollars – that’s how much the Belize City Council will

November 5, 2024 No Comment

City Administrator Calls on Ministry for Urgent Repairs on Highways

While streets in the city may soon be getting some attention, motorists remain concerned over

October 21, 2024 No Comment

Slippery Roads in Guinea Grass Cause Havoc After Tropical Storm

Motorists traveling through Guinea Grass Village, Orange Walk had a difficult time over the weekend

September 12, 2024 No Comment

Three More Electric Buses Arrive in Belize as Part of

Just under two months after the Belize City Council rolled out its first electric bus,

August 27, 2024 No Comment

Belize Remains in Talks with Mexico to Join Tren Maya

Belize remains in talks with the Government of Mexico to be a part of the

August 22, 2024 No Comment

Minister of Transport Addresses Concerns Over E-Bus Pilot Project in

The Minister of Transport Rodwell Ferguson has responded to the concerns raised by several city

August 19, 2024 No Comment

BAPDA Applauds Belize City Council’s E-Bus Initiative as a Win

The Belize Assembly for Persons with Diverse Abilities (BAPDA) has commended the Belize City Council

August 15, 2024 No Comment

Farmers’ Express Road Project Inaugurated: Upgraded Infrastructure to Boost Local

The Farmers’ Express Road Project was inaugurated this morning in the Banana Bank area, Cayo

July 22, 2024 No Comment

Electric Buses Debut in Belize City, Marking a Green Milestone

The long-awaited E-buses hit the ground this morning at 6 am and were met with

July 19, 2024 No Comment

Belize City Council Launches E-Buses as Part of E-Mobility Pilot

Today, the Belize City Council’s e-buses finally hit the road in Belize City limits after

July 10, 2024 No Comment

IMO Hosts Workshop in Belize on Reducing Maritime Emissions in

Reducing the emission of greenhouse gasses (GHGs) is a major part of the global effort

June 15, 2024 No Comment

San Estevan Road Officially Reopened After Long-Awaited Upgrades

Today, the Government of Belize held an official opening ceremony for the recently upgraded San

May 16, 2024 No Comment

Motorists Advised to Exercise Caution Around Heavy Equipment on Highways

Motorists traversing the Philip Goldson and George Price Highways are asked to exercise caution when

May 2, 2024 No Comment

Concerns Raised Over Road Safety in Sandhill, Residents Call for

A concerned resident of the largest village in Belize Rural North, Sandhill has called in

May 1, 2024 No Comment

Two Months In: Belizeans Grapple with New Seatbelt and Phone

It has been two months now since the seatbelt and phone laws have taken effect

April 3, 2024 No Comment

Challenges and Promises in Belize’s Public Transport Sector

Public transport in Belize is one of the most important sectors as hundreds of thousands

January 29, 2024 No Comment

Belize Introduces Electric Buses in Bid to Modernize Transport Sector

After almost two years of launching its e-mobility pilot project, the government will place five

January 12, 2024 No Comment

Belize Youth for Road Safety Advocates for Safer Roads and

In an attempt to reduce road traffic incidents, Belize Youth for Road Safety (BYRS) under

January 10, 2024 No Comment

Flowers Bank Resident Urges Action on School Bus Dilemma

A resident of Flowers Bank in Belize Rural North is calling on the area representative

December 20, 2023 No Comment

New Chief Transport Officer Promises Stringent Compliance Measures for Bus

The Ministry of Transports’ new Chief Transport Officer, Leon Gentle, says he’s hitting the ground

December 11, 2023 No Comment

Ministry of Transport Scrambles to Replace Bus Runs After Floralia’s

The Ministry of Transport is scrambling to replace the bus runs that were affected by

December 8, 2023 No Comment

Floria’s Southern Bus Routes Hang in the Balance: Uncertainty Over

Floria’s southern bus runs are expected to end on Sunday, but tonight, we have received

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