The Ajman Transport Authority announced that public buses carried 1.99 million passengers during the first six months of 2025, according to official figures released this week. This total reflects continued demand for both local services within Ajman and connections to neighbouring emirates. Authority data shows the network handled a steady monthly average exceeding 330,000 riders, with peaks during summer travel periods.
Internal routes accounted for the majority of journeys, according to the authority’s breakdown, while inter-emirate lines contributed a growing share as connectivity improved. The authority reported that fleet utilisation remained high, supported by recent additions of modern low-emission vehicles. Ridership patterns indicate strong adoption among daily commuters and students, the authority’s statistics revealed.
Comparisons with prior periods show an increase from the same timeframe in 2024, when the authority logged lower passenger volumes before network expansions took effect. The Ajman Transport Authority attributed part of the rise to enhanced scheduling and real-time tracking applications that have made services more accessible. Officials noted that feedback from users helped refine timetables to better match peak demand hours.
The authority operates a fleet serving key residential, commercial and industrial zones across Ajman, according to its operational overview. Integration with other emirates’ transport systems has facilitated seamless transfers, boosting overall usage. Plans for further route optimisation are under review to accommodate projected population growth in the emirate.
Ajman records 1.99 million public bus passengers in H1 as part of broader efforts to promote sustainable mobility, the authority stated. Related initiatives include dedicated bus lanes and awareness campaigns that have encouraged residents to shift from private vehicles. The authority’s data places current ridership levels among the highest recorded in recent years for the northern emirate.
Additional context from regional benchmarks indicates that public transport usage in Ajman aligns with trends seen in other UAE emirates, according to Central Statistical Bureau figures for the sector. Investment in infrastructure continues to support these gains, with the authority committed to expanding coverage. Future projections suggest passenger numbers could exceed 4 million for the full year if current momentum holds.
