In a bid to improve public transportation and road mobility, the Ministry of Public Works in El Salvador is redesigning bus stops throughout the Metropolitan Area of San Salvador (AMSS). The initiative aims to enhance the user experience by providing real-time transportation updates directly at bus stops.

Minister Romeo Herrera announced that the redesign of the bus stops will include the installation of screens displaying real-time information about public transport arrivals. “The idea is for passengers to be able to see the information directly on screens at the bus stops, which will improve service and convenience,” Herrera said.

The project is part of the broader Transportation and Emergency Monitoring Center, which is being developed with the support of the South Korean government. South Korea has granted $6 million in non-reimbursable funds to help finance the initiative. According to Herrera, the funds will be used to upgrade approximately 30% of the bus stops in the AMSS, with additional upgrades to be funded locally.

The Transportation and Emergency Monitoring Center will also include facilities to operate smart traffic lights, a photo-ticketing system, and the monitoring of public transportation and road emergencies. This system aims to streamline traffic flow and enhance safety across the region.

This project is a key step toward modernizing El Salvador’s public transport infrastructure and improving daily commuting for residents in the Metropolitan Area.