Sociedade de Automóveis da Madeira (SAM) is a Portuguese company that stands out in the segment of buses for intercity transport, operating in the eastern part of the beautiful island of Madeira. Its main route extends from the city of Funchal to various locations in the municipalities of Santa Cruz, specifically covering the parishes of Santa Cruz, Caniço Porto da Cruz, Faial and Machico. In addition to this intercity network, SAM also manages a transfer service known as an "aerobus", offering a quick connection between Praia Formosa, the center of Funchal (lasting 20 minutes) and the airport (lasting 30 minutes). Annually, the company transports around 2.4 million passengers, solidifying its vital role in the mobility of the region.