New Double-Decker Buses Launch in Tenerife
The first double-decker buses from the public transport company Titsa hit the roads in Tenerife on Wednesday. Two buses will initially operate on routes 110 (Santa Cruz-Costa Adeje) and 112 (Santa Cruz-Los Cristianos), with an additional 11 expected to join soon, serving the southern and northern motorways, including route 108 (Santa Cruz-Icod de los Vinos).
Rosa Dávila, president of the Cabildo de Tenerife, described this addition as a “historic leap” for Titsa, increasing capacity from 59 to 85 seats per bus. This equates to a 44% rise, allowing for an additional two million passenger spaces annually on the network.
Dávila pointed out that in 2025, these three routes transported four million passengers, but with the new buses, capacity could rise to six million. She expressed that enhancing mobility on the island has been a priority since taking office three years ago, noting the acquisition of 351 new buses at an investment of €125 million.
Eulalia García, the mobility councillor, highlighted that these handcrafted buses feature advanced safety systems, ensuring both passenger security and the well-being of the drivers. Titsa’s ridership hit a record 87 million last year, and García aims to promote a shift towards public transport for everyday commutes.
As part of the launch, Titsa has implemented a training programme for drivers. Of the 90 staff receiving training, 60 have completed it thus far. The buses are equipped with safety features, including a blind-spot detection system, automatic emergency braking, and lane departure warnings, alongside additional security cameras.
These new arrivals also feature the Alcolock system, which ensures that the bus cannot be started if the driver fails a breathalyser test. This initiative is part of a broader fleet renewal strategy, which has seen 351 new vehicles introduced in three years, positioning Titsa as one of Spain’s most modern fleets.
Further updates will follow, including the arrival of 57 more buses by the end of the year and 25 new units set for 2027, five of which will be double-deckers, increasing their total to 18 across the island. Dávila emphasised the importance of making public transport more appealing to reduce car dependency and lower emissions.
