Transport for London has published its draft Business Plan to 2029/30, setting out an expansive programme of investment and reform aimed at delivering a greener, more accessible and higher-performing transport network for the capital, while supporting jobs, housing and economic growth across London and the wider UK.
The plan builds on a decade of major change, from the Elizabeth line and Night Tube to the expansion of the Superloop, Cycleways and Europe’s largest zero-emission bus fleet. It now outlines how TfL intends to modernise services and infrastructure over the next five years as demand continues to evolve.
At the heart of the plan is sustained investment in core assets. TfL confirms progress on major rail schemes including new train fleets for the Piccadilly line and DLR, additional Elizabeth line trains, full refurbishment of the Central line fleet and replacement of the ageing London tram fleet. Work will also continue on new signalling for the District and Metropolitan lines, alongside development of a new Bakerloo line fleet and the DLR extension to Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead.
Buses are set for a major reset. TfL will reimagine the network to reflect changing travel patterns, expanding Superloop routes, introducing more bus priority and real-time information, improving shelters and accelerating fleet electrification. Around two-thirds of buses are expected to be zero-emission by the end of the plan, with full electrification to follow as quickly as possible. TfL will also develop detailed proposals for a new publicly owned bus company to support innovation, efficiency and accountability.
Accessibility and safety feature strongly. TfL plans to complete step-free access at Northolt and Leyton stations, continue work at Elephant & Castle and progress upgrades at South Kensington, keeping pace with the Mayor’s ambition for half of Underground stations to be step-free. Investment will also modernise CCTV and safety systems, publish a refreshed Vision Zero Action Plan and further reduce deaths and serious injuries across the network.
On streets and active travel, the plan includes a bold programme to cut congestion and optimise traffic flow, supported by advanced traffic management systems due by 2028 and a potential expansion of the Lane Rental scheme, subject to government backing. Cycling investment will continue to build on more than 430km of routes already delivered, alongside improvements to Santander Cycles and safer streets delivered with borough partners.
TfL’s property arm, Places for London, will play a central role in unlocking new homes and high-quality jobs, while fare innovation, loyalty schemes and digital tools will be explored to improve value for customers and grow ridership.
Andy Lord, London’s Transport Commissioner, said the plan sets out “sustained investment in London’s vital transport infrastructure”, focused on safety, reliability, accessibility and affordability, while supporting economic growth. Mayor Sadiq Khan added that the programme underpins ambitions to modernise the Tube, transform streets, improve bus journeys and deliver major regeneration through transport-led development.
The draft Business Plan will be considered by the TfL Board on 4 February 2026, marking the next step in shaping how London moves through the rest of the decade.
