# Istanbul public transport fleet updates

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/istanbul-public-transport-fleet-updates
> Updated: 2026-08-26T11:41:08.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Istanbul's public transportation infrastructure is undergoing maintenance and expansion. Initially, Istanbul Transport Services and Vehicle Rental Inc. announced a public tender for the procurement of spare parts and maintenance services for passenger vehicles, covering 1,000 hours of labor under a 12-month contract.

Following these maintenance efforts, the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) and IETT announced a 15 billion TL investment to expand the city's fleet. This project involves acquiring 550 domestically produced vehicles, including 400 diesel buses, 100 metrobüs vehicles, and 50 electric buses. The new fleet is expected to feature advanced safety technologies and passenger comfort amenities, with deliveries scheduled to begin in phases starting in October 2026.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: Istanbul invests 15 billion TL in new public transport fleet

Istanbul is investing 15 billion TL to add 550 new domestically produced vehicles, including buses and metrobüs, to its public transport fleet starting in October 2026.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/istanbul-invests-15-billion-tl-in-new-public-transport-fleet

### 2026-08-12: Istanbul Transport Services announces vehicle maintenance tender

Istanbul Transport Services and Vehicle Rental Inc. is holding a public tender for passenger vehicle maintenance, spare parts, and 1,000 hours of labor for a 12-month period.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/istanbul-transport-services-announces-vehicle-maintenance-tender

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