The Ministry of Transport, Communication, and Tourism (TCT) in Suriname has initiated a comprehensive re-registration process for private bus operators, effective from November 17, 2025, to March 6, 2026. This initiative aims to create a complete and up-to-date registry of all buses operating on the country’s sixty-plus official routes. Public bus transportation is a vital component of daily mobility for thousands of citizens, and with the sector largely managed by private operators, the ministry emphasizes the need for accurate and reliable data. The re-registration process will be conducted by the Public Transport Service under the Directorate of Transport, located at the Ministry of Public Works and Spatial Planning (OWRO) on Mr. Jagernath Lachmon Street. According to the ministry, the primary goal of this initiative is administrative and organizational, ensuring clarity and efficiency in a sector critical to society. The ministry has clarified that the process is not intended to burden or penalize bus operators but to foster better policy-making and collaboration between the government and the bus sector. Additionally, operators unable to meet the registration deadline will be granted a special post-registration phase, with strict measures in place to ensure passenger services remain uninterrupted during peak hours. The TCT anticipates that this re-registration will lead to a more transparent system, improved communication among stakeholders, and a noticeable enhancement in public transportation services. The updated database is expected to help identify and resolve bottlenecks more effectively, ultimately benefiting commuters.
TCT start landelijke operatie om bussector te ordenen en registers te actualiseren
