DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

On 29 March 2026, President Luis Abinader inaugurated the new RD$117 million administrative headquarters for the Metropolitan Bus Services Operator (OMSA) in Santo Domingo West. Located on Prolongación 27 de Febrero, the 1,400 square meter three-level facility is a cornerstone of the government’s current initiative to modernize the state-run transport entity.

During the ceremony, officials outlined the broader “transformation” of OMSA, which includes the integration of 200 new buses into the fleet. The new buses come with a new branding. The Abinader administration has said the goal is to elevate Santo Domingo’s public transport system to the level of major regional cities. The buses enable metro commuters to continue their routes with the same pass.

The government also confirmed a strategic shift toward electromobility, incorporating electric units to improve the...