Kirsty Chalmers is Programme Manager for Bus Partnership at Aberdeen City Council. With over 24 years of experience across consultancy, regional transport planning and local government, she leads the development of Aberdeen Rapid Transit (ART), a transformative Bus Rapid Transit programme for the Aberdeen City Region.
Kirsty specialises in transport strategy, business case development, active travel and bus policy, and plays a leading role in the North East Bus Alliance, including the development of a Bus Services Improvement Partnership (BSIP) to support the long-term improvement of bus services across the region. Through close collaboration with local authorities, transport operators and national partners, she is helping to deliver integrated, sustainable transport solutions that improve connectivity, support economic growth and contribute to Scotland’s net zero ambitions.