Gabon has officially launched the Compagnie Nationale de Transport (CNT), a new national transport company born from the strategic merger of Trans’Urb and SOGATRA. This significant structural overhaul, championed by President of the Republic Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, aims to equip the nation with a modern, dependable, and accessible public transportation network. Beyond mere reorganization, the CNT embodies an optimized vision for public service, prioritizing efficient resource management and an enhanced user experience.

A strong social commitment and modernized fleet

One of the immediate successes of this consolidation is its positive impact on human capital. The reform has successfully safeguarded 1,303 jobs, ensuring crucial social stability. Far from maintaining the status quo, the new company is dedicated to skill enhancement: over 200 drivers have already undergone specialized training in road safety and customer relations, elevating service standards.

On the operational front, the CNT is deploying an initial fleet of 142 brand-new buses. For the Grand Libreville area, this translates into 28 interconnected lines serving 609 distinct stops. The interior of the country is also benefiting, with seven interurban routes already operational, marking the beginning of a progressive national network expansion. For commuters, the advantages are immediate: reduced waiting times, more consistent schedules, and a safer alternative to informal transport options.

Advanced technical infrastructure in place

To underpin this ambitious undertaking, the former SOGATRA technical base has undergone a complete transformation, spearheaded by the Minister of State for Transport, Ulrich Manfoumbi Manfoumbi. Enhanced maintenance workshops, modernized technical pits, and reconfigured parking areas are now fully equipped to accommodate the new fleet under optimal conditions.

A major technological innovation is the integration of a real-time supervision and regulation room. This central hub provides continuous monitoring of all buses, ensuring immediate responsiveness to any traffic incidents or operational challenges.

Towards a sustainable economic model

The CNT is breaking away from old paradigms by adopting a financially sustainable model. Revenue generated from ticket sales will be directly reinvested into the rigorous maintenance of vehicles, as well as the upkeep and renewal of the fleet, ensuring long-term viability.

Through this extensive transformation, the Gabonese government reaffirms its commitment to leveraging mobility as a powerful catalyst for social inclusion and economic development, fundamentally improving the daily lives of all Gabonese citizens.