Verkehrsbetriebe Biel/Transports publics biennois
Verkehrsbetriebe Biel/Transports publics biennois (VB/TPB) is the municipal public transport operator providing bus and trolleybus services in the city of Biel/Bienne, Switzerland. The company serves the local metropolitan area as part of the regional public transit network.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Switzerland
HQ City
Biel/Bienne
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
No
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
Private
Tax Domicile
CH
Ultimate Parent
City of Biel/Bienne
Data Hosting
CH
CLOUD Act Exposure
No ✓
AI Trains on User Data
false
GDPR Status
compliant
B Corp Certified
No
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1877
Foundation
The company was founded to manage the tramway network in Biel/Bienne.
1940
Trolleybus introduction
The company began replacing its tram network with trolleybus services.
2002
Modernization
The company rebranded and expanded services to meet modern metropolitan transit requirements.