Ventures
From Concept to Reality. Innovation Through Experience
These projects are a testament to our professional journey and the remarkable collaborative efforts achieved alongside esteemed colleagues. From groundbreaking initiatives to transformative solutions, each venture highlights the expertise, dedication, and innovative spirit that defined these experiences.
Star Trak - Leicester & Derby, UK
Real time passenger information system not only covers Leicestershire but has expanded to cover routes within Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.
Developed in collaboration with transit agencies like First Leicester, Arriva, and Kinch, it was meticulously tailored to meet their specific requirements.
The Quality Bus Partnership (QBP) facilitated this collaboration, with all participating bus companies contributing to the detailed design documents and actively engaging throughout the main contract phase.
The system debuted in 2000, initially servicing three routes within Leicestershire. At launch, 21 buses were equipped with the technology, complemented by 15 real-time passenger information displays.
The system comprises a central server, on-street variable message signs, GPS location devices installed on buses, onboard computers, and passenger information displays.
Information exchange between vehicles and the central system occurs through radio communication, as does the transmission of data to the on-street variable message signs.
Bus priority equipment has been implemented at traffic signal junctions as another component of the system.
In 2002 the expansion of the system was significant, with more than 500 buses and several lines and passenger information panels added.
The Star Trak system, operational between 2000 and 2011, it offered valuable passenger services during its tenure.
transN - Neuchâtel, Switzerland
Automatic Passenger Counting with MATRIX-Sensor, on-board computer & mobile data terminal.
Interface between the On-board computer and the MATRIX-Sensor.
Intermodal Transport Control System (ITCS).
Real-Time Passenger Information (RTPI) via various media.
Passenger information displays in vehicles, at bus stops & stations.
Data management.
IRIS - London, UK
Intelligent Route Information System to manage Metroline's fleet of 300 buses in the City of London.
Intermodal Transport Control System – ITCS.
Real Time Service Control System ensures a regular distance between vehicles (headway control).
All telematics functions are managed by the on-board computer.
GPRS is used for data communication.
Wireless LAN supports mass data upload/download.
Automatic Passenger Counting is integrated.
Ticketing & AVL/RTPI - Nottingham, UK
Automatic Vehicle Location and Control System.
Real Time Passenger Information (RTPI).
Ticketing with Easyrider DESFire-based smart card & ITSO-based Citycard smart card, 2D Barcode and EMV Level 1 prepared.
Statistic tool for real time data feedback to planning cycle.
Planning software.
Duty planning and rostering.
Data radio communication with a single base station.
Data and voice radio to central system via Tait’s PMR radio system.
Data communication using the dedicated TaitNet Data System (TNDS) channel.
Dedicated IT Hosting Centre in Nottingham/Beeston.
Interfaces NCC RTPI client of the Greater Nottingham RTPI multi-client system, to On-bus CCTV system (for interaction with TFT displays, to Traffic signal junctions controlled by Nottingham County Council via a RTIG interface, to NCT’s website and mobile app for RTPI data via the SIRI SM service.
iBUS - Montreal, Canada
Transforming Public Transport for a Smart Montreal City Experience.
Enhanced support of dispatchers, optimized workflows and up-to-date real-time passenger information increase service quality and operational efficiency.
Enhancing Passenger Experience.
From Timetables to Real-Time Evolution.
STM has improved their operational efficiency and service quality considerably.
Drivers are supported by the on-board computer that provides navigation assistance.
Passengers are always in the know about the next bus, delays and travel alternatives.
Improved punctuality and regularity of the bus service, as well as safety aboard buses.
Intelligent planning software for reliable data provisioning, as well as a workflow and incident management solution.
Digital P25 radio system set up in different locations is used for voice radio. A Voice-over-Cellular solution (VoIP via mobile phone network) is implemented for fallback scenarios.
More than 2300 vehicles (standard, articulated, and mini buses as well as service vehicles and tow trucks) are equipped with the latest technology.