Veracruz Governor mandates replacement of 102 aging public buses

Veracruz Governor Rocío Nahle García has announced that 102 public transport buses operating in the Veracruz-Boca del Río conurbated area must be removed from service and replaced by December 31, 2026. These units have exceeded their permitted service life as defined by current transport concessions.

The Governor stated that the measure aims to order the service and ensure citizens have access to adequate transportation. She plans to meet with government and transport authorities to discuss compliance, taxi fare regulations, and the Mobility Law. Rather than immediate sanctions, the administration intends to prioritize dialogue and formal notifications with concessionaires.

To address growing urban demand, the state also announced that 100 new Ulúa transport buses will be added to the region during 2027. This expansion is intended to support connectivity for over 35,000 new housing units being developed by Infonavit and Conavi in the area.