The new electronic ticketing system will allow passengers to use the most convenient ticket media of their choice, without committing to a specific card or device.
The Lithuanian capital of Vilnius’ public transport authority SI Susisiekimo paslaugos has announced it is upgrading its ticketing system.
Global mobility technology provider Ridango will deliver an account-based ticketing solution similar to the “best-in-class” systems deployed, for example, in Klaipeda, Kyiv and Tallinn.
Public transport journeys
Currently, an average of 346,000 public transport journeys are made daily in Vilnius. In order to further promote this mode of travel, the authority reports, it is necessary to extend the current ticketing system.
“Vilnius certainly has the potential to offer a more attractive service. A more convenient public ticketing system will not only improve the quality of travel, but I believe that it will encourage even more residents to travel by public transport,” said Tomas Gulbinas, deputy mayor of Vilnius.
The new electronic ticketing system will allow passengers to use the most convenient ticket media of their choice, without committing to a specific card or device. In addition, the new system will make public transport inspection more efficient and convenient. Additionally, Susisiekimo paslaugos plans for the platform to integrate not only with public transport travel, but also other urban services.
“Improving the public transport experience is a strategic direction for our company. At the moment, we are paying particular attention to encouraging people to switch to public transport and travel within the city in a sustainable way,” said Gintaras Macijauskas, managing director of Susisiekimo paslaugos.
“The creation of an advanced e-ticket system together with Ridango allows us to expand passenger payment possibilities and make public transport travel more convenient.”
Ridango’s technology will be used in nearly 700 public transport vehicles in Vilnius. The launch of the whole system is scheduled to take place in 2023. The project is co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund.
“We are very honored to deliver the new public transport ticketing system to the city of Vilnius. We have strong expertise in the industry and are focused on innovating the public transport scene,” added Erki Lipre, CEO of Ridango.
“All with one goal in mind – a seamless customer experience that will encourage more people to travel by public transport, this way we are one step closer to more sustainable and environmentally friendly public space.”
Ridango Group is a global mobility technology provider with a focus on ticketing, payments and real-time information systems. The group claims to operate systems in more than 25 countries and makes the service provided by transport agencies and operators simpler and more convenient, with end-users being the ultimate beneficiaries.
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Quelle/Source: Smart Cities World, 17.02.2022
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