Project Leader(s): Dr Gareth Evans
Sponsors: EC DG-TREN A4/124-2/2009
Partners: AECOM, Peter James Associates, AustriaTech, NEA
External Website: N/A
Start/end dates: December 2009 – December 2010
Contact: g.d.evans@ncl.ac.uk
Public Transport plays a significant role in meeting many future transport policy objectives. Smart-ticketing is being introduced to more Public Transport systems across Europe, however, the interoperability of smart-ticketing between different systems is limited. Removing these perceived ticketing barriers is important in the promotion of truly seamless travel opportunities by Public Transport.
This study reviewed the existing situation and future trends in Public Transport ticketing, across Europe and globally, considering the value chain and business drivers associated with such technology. It then assessed current and emerging standards for ticketing and fare payment systems with the ultimate goal of suggesting an approach the European Commission could take in encouraging interoperability of such ticketing systems.
TORG led on the review and analysis tasks of this project, and contributed to the future scoping of smart-media and identification of possible additional functionalities that could be add value to existing Public Transport services.