Ushuaia public transportation service development

Overview

The state-run public transportation system in Ushuaia, managed by Ushuaia Integral Sociedad del Estado (UISE), has reported significant growth following its municipalization in 2017. The service currently manages five lines and over 20 units, facilitating more than 3.5 million annual passengers and an average of 9,000 daily trips.

Since transitioning from private management, the network has expanded to cover 21 neighborhoods, providing connections to the majority of local health centers, educational institutions, and cultural spaces. UISE officials have emphasized that the system operates as an “essential social service rather than a profit-driven business.”

To complement this expansion, UISE has implemented specialized training for its drivers. Recent workshops focused on visual impairment, utilizing experiential activities to help staff recognize barriers faced by passengers with disabilities. The initiative aims to improve accessibility, safety, and respectful treatment for all users.

Entities

UISE · Escuela Especial Nº 1 Kayú Chénèn · Ushuaia · Walter Vuoto · José Labroca

Timeline

1 day ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
UISE drivers undergo training to improve transport accessibility
UISE drivers in Ushuaia participated in a workshop at Escuela Especial Nº 1 to improve public transport accessibility for people with visual impairments through experiential training.
6 days ago

[BUSINESS] 7 sources
UISE reports 3.5 million annual passengers for Ushuaia transport
Ushuaia's state-run transport company, UISE, reports over 3.5 million annual passengers and has expanded coverage to 21 new neighborhoods, prioritizing social service over profit.

Sources

airelibre.com.ar · contextosfueguinos.com · diarioprensa.com.ar · lamuy.com.ar · mitdf.com.ar · reporteaustral.com.ar · surenio.com.ar · tiempofueguino.com · ushuaianoticias.com