KINGSTON, Jamaica— The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) fleet serving commuters in Portmore, St Catherine has been further bolstered with the addition of 12 new buses.

This follows the arrival of the compressed natural gas (CNG) units in Jamaica on April 10 as the Government seeks to modernise the public transportation sector and alleviate some of the challenges experienced by commuters.

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JUTC Corporate Communications Manager, Kimberly Gardner, while speaking with JIS News, said that the additional buses will result in a reduced wait time for commuters on routes serviced by the Portmore Depot.

“The specifications [of these buses] are similar to those already in the JUTC fleet. However, our commuters can expect a smoother ride, cleaner seats, and optimal functioning air conditioners on their daily commute,” said Gardener.

The buses will also allow for safer travel, as they reduce harmful vehicular exhaust gas emissions like carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and other suspended particles.

Earlier this month, Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Daryl Vaz, announced that another 100 CNG buses are being procured and are expected to arrive in Jamaica by the end of June.