Thales and Bombela consortium signed the second contract to equip the Gautrain transport network, between Johannesburg and Pretoria, with the latest fare collection solution.
The upgrade covers the entire Gautrain network including 10 express train stations, 9 station car parks and 125 buses, as well as the update of automatic ticket vending and top up machines, access gates and a new back office. The modernisation project will be rolled out progressively with no service disruptions is due to be operational in 2017.
The Bombela consortium, which operates the concession for the transport network, has through an open tender process chosen Thales to upgrade the fare collection system.
The TransCity solution will allow passengers to benefit from a wider range of services and ticketing options. In addition to the current Gold Card, travellers will be able to access the system using contactless smartcards issued by either South African or foreign banks.
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