U.K. city's new tram service gets mobile ticketing
Corethree, a U.K. provider of transport m-ticketing services, have recently deployed a tram m-ticketing solution for Transport for Edinburgh.
Corethree, a U.K. provider of transport m-ticketing services, have recently deployed a tram m-ticketing solution for Transport for Edinburgh new service, according to a press release.
Extra security measures have been added to Corethree’s standard m-ticketing solution as tram passengers are required to activate their m-ticket at the tram stop using QR codes before boarding, to assist in ticket inspection, according to a press release.
Future developments of Corethree’s mobile solutions will include multi-operator and multi-modal m-ticketing services, offering commuters greater choice of the mode of transport they would like to use and the ability to purchase tickets, the press release said.
Edinburgh’s new tram service was launched on May 31 and consists of 27 trams, each with the capacity of 250 passengers, traveling between York Place in the City centre and Edinburgh Airport. As part of the managed service, Corethree offer a CMS (content management solution) and real-time business intelligence of passenger’s behavior enabling Transport for Edinburgh to enhance their ticketing products and service by delivering tailored dynamic ticketing options and real-time customer service solutions, according to the press release.