BMTA Advances Phase 2 of Electric Bus Expansion in Bangkok
The Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) has initiated the second phase of its electric bus project, signing an Integrity Pact to lease 800 new EV buses.
On October 19, 2026, the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) officially launched the second phase of its electric bus (EV) procurement project. According to Khaosod Online, the agency signed an Integrity Pact with the Anti-Corruption Organization of Thailand and representatives from the Comptroller General's Department to ensure transparency in the leasing of 800 new air-conditioned electric buses.
This milestone included the project's first 'Kick Off Meeting' to draft the Terms of Reference (TOR). To maintain oversight, three independent observers have been appointed to monitor the process and ensure compliance with Comptroller General's Department regulations. BMTA Director Kittikan Jomduang Jaruworapholkul emphasized that while these observers provide guidance, they will not interfere with the agency's final decision-making regarding project approval.
For residents and commuters in Bangkok, this development signals a continued commitment to modernizing the city's public transit fleet with cleaner, more sustainable technology. While the signing of the Integrity Pact marks a significant procedural step, the project is still in its early stages. Specific details regarding the timeline for the arrival of these 800 buses, the routes they will serve, and the final selection of the leasing contractors remain to be confirmed as the drafting of the TOR continues.
