Deutsche Bahn and NXP Semiconductors have decided to continue their co-operation on Touch&Travel, a mobile ticketing scheme piloted on Germany’s national railway. Touch&Travel enables train passengers to purchase e-tickets with NFC-enabled mobile phones. Customers need only tap their phone against an interactive “Touchpoint” station to select and purchase a ticket. Ticket data and payment information […]

The Glasgow Underground is set to adopt an Oyster Card-style ticketing system by 2013, according to The Scotsman. Officials say the new smart cards can be loaded with credit either online or in the subway station. To pay for fares, users simply tap their card against a reader at the turnstile and the cost of […]

ASK has announced that its contactless transit card, Carte Azur, will be used in the new electric vehicle sharing program for the French Riviera and Monaco. Called “Auto bleue,” the eco-friendly car sharing service will be available to travelers in the greater Nice area and Monaco. Initially, only 48 vehicles will be available for use […]

HID Global has announced it will showcase its veriCLASS embedded contactless reader platform for cashless payment and ticketing, along with its electric vehicle charging station and contactless card printing solutions, at UITP 2011 Mobility and City Transport Exhibition in Dubai. Based on adaptable contactless reader technology, HID Global’s veriCLASS supports open-loop debit/credit schemes and closed-loop […]

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority still uses tokens and paper transfers. The transit system that serves 1 million commuters daily will be making the switch to contactless smart cards and even near field communication in the coming years, Richard Maloney, SEPTA’s director of public affairs, told Regarding ID’s Gina Jordan. “For the riders, they will […]

Aukland Transport has officially launched a new smart card for public transit. Dubbed “HOP,” the new cards will be initially accepted in place of Go Rider cards on North Star, Waka Pacific, Go West, Metrolink and LINK bus services. Eventually customers will be able to use the HOP Card on Auckland’s rail, ferry and other […]

On Track Innovations has announced that its contactless parking payment solution, EasyPark, has been adopted by 13 French municipalities since the beginning of the year. EasyPark, known as Piaf in France, is designed to enable drivers to pay for the exact period of time parked, while simplifying fee collection and eliminating the need for cash. […]

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) has announced plans to adopt a contactless fare payment system, according to Philly.com. The upgrade will allow Philadelphia-area residents to use contactless debit and credit cards on subways, buses, trolleys and Regional Rail. SEPTA estimates the $175 million system will be in place in three years. SEPTA, who has […]