Go-Ahead Group has secured a new contract from Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA), nearly doubling its operations in the city-state.
From summer 2026, Go-Ahead Singapore will operate 27 bus routes in the Tampines area under a five-year contract, with the option to extend for an additional five years. Services will run from the new five-storey East Coast Bus Depot on a fleet of around 400 buses, including more than 250 zero-emission vehicles.
Go-Ahead Singapore has been active in the city since 2016, operating from Loyang Bus Depot. With the award of the Tampines contract, the company’s workforce will expand to over 2,000 staff, and its total fleet will exceed 800 buses, including over 270 zero-emission vehicles. Additional electric buses may be introduced during the contract period.
Matt Carney, CEO at Go-Ahead, Bus, said:Next year marks 10 years since Go-Ahead began operating in Singapore, and we’re delighted to celebrate this milestone by growing our business. As a leader in sustainable transport, we’re proud to support the Land Transport Authority’s transition to zero-emission transport and to provide reliable, punctual and sustainable bus services to more customers.
The company now plans to draw on its international experience to improve operational efficiency, reliability and sustainability. A new Satellite Centre of Excellence will focus on electric bus operations and maintenance, and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies will be applied to enhance safety, energy efficiency and operational performance.
Employee welfare is a stated priority, with programmes covering health, safety and professional development. Go-Ahead Singapore also plans initiatives aimed at improving the commuting experience, including accessible community spaces at bus interchanges and ‘baby on board’ badges for pregnant passengers.
Leonard Lee, Managing Director, Go-Ahead Singapore, said:This is an exciting step forward for Go-Ahead Singapore. We are grateful to the Land Transport Authority for placing their confidence in us and are honoured to be awarded the Tampines Bus Package. We look forward to serving commuters in Tampines with greener journeys, while working closely with the NTWU to ensure a seamless transition for affected employees.
