Expansion of domestic air services and public bus fleet renewal in Algeria

During a session at the National People's Assembly, the Minister of Transport, Saïd Sayoud, detailed the ongoing initiatives to increase domestic flight frequencies to address growing demand, particularly in the southern regions such as Tamanrasset, Tindouf, and Bordj Badji Mokhtar. The government has prioritized significant investments to open new routes and upgrade the national fleet. The acquisition plan includes 16 ATR aircraft, alongside new Airbus and Boeing jets, aiming for a total fleet of 100 modern aircraft to serve both domestic and international routes. Additionally, regarding land transport, the ministry is implementing a program to phase out public buses over 25 years old. This renewal process is being executed in stages, with new, high-standard vehicles being deployed nationwide and private operators being encouraged to replace aging buses to improve service quality.