Keolis is awarded Almere contract in Netherlands again
Our company will keep operating the allGo network in the city of Almere, which it has been running since 2017 and which carries 18 million passengers each year.
A long-standing presence
Keolis is strengthening its presence in the Netherlands, one of its long-standing markets in continental Europe. The Almere municipality has awarded Keolis a new contract to operate the allGo network as well as regional lines connecting with Amsterdam and Blaricum (R-net) for an additional 9,5 years, starting in December 2027.
Since its first contract in December 2017, our company has introduced Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) services in Netherlands.
18 M
passengers each year
370
drivers mobilised across two depots
Over
85
buses with electric technology from launch
An enhanced service
Keolis will roll-out several new services such as:
- Check-in/check-out validation will be available at all bus stops.
- Bicycles can be transported on buses across all urban lines from 7 p.m. onwards.
- The NaviLens service will provide enhanced accessibility for passengers with reduced mobility.
- A new service centre will be established at the bus station.
- A traffic control centre will ensure faster real-time passenger information updates.
Keolis will also improve territorial coverage by strengthening connections between cities in the region, increasing frequency on Saturdays, and offering a night service on Friday and Saturday evenings.
A 100% sustainable fleet
Keolis will operate an entirely renewed fleet comprising over 85 zero-emission buses. To ensure electricity is sourced from renewable energy during charging, alternative solutions to the standard electricity grid will also be deployed. This transition to low-carbon mobility reflects the shared commitment of Keolis and Almere municipality to contribute to a more sustainable living environment for residents.
With this new contract, we are taking another step forward: an entirely sustainable fleet, an expanded service offering and innovative services to make mobility even more accessible and attractive in Almere.
Chief Executive Officer Continental Europe at Keolis Group
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