Modernizing Fare Payments

STraffic is transforming fare payments to include digital and open payment technology.  

STraffic’s payment platform is based on an open architecture – easily integrated with point-of-sale terminals*  and payment processors so that riders can travel conveniently and equitably.

 

*Point-of-sale equipment must be type-approved to support Bankcard technology, leveraging EMVCo standards for chip and mobile acceptance.

 

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How It All Works?

⦁ We’ve based our technology on open standards so riders can use their contactless credit/debit cards, mobile wallets and digital payment methods (e.g., Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Google Pay) to pay transit fares. With no need to get special transit cards, paying fares is quicker and simpler—just like shopping at any store or online. 

⦁ Until now, implementing open payments has been challenging and taken a lot of time. It involved collaborating with banks and card providers, changing fare structures and blending old data systems with the new payment methods.

⦁ STraffic built its innovative platform from the ground up to specifically support fare payments with bankcards and mobile phones and validate payment credentials in real time to minimize transaction risk, and send them to payment networks in the shortest amount of time possible so riders can board quickly.

 

 

 

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VISA Ready

We’ve worked closely with payment networks like Visa to ensure that our open payment platform adheres to the optimal payment acceptance standards for urban mobility defined under the Visa Ready program. We’re proud to say STraffic is recognized as a Visa Partner and happy to help transit agencies expand their platform to support open payments.

 

 

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Open Payments Platform Benefits

 

Agencies interested in innovation and modernization of their fare payment systems transition to open architecture technology so riders benefit from improved convenience, to save cost and become more sustainable, and to help increase ridership.  These advantages align with the goal of providing efficient, accessible, and customer-centric public transportation services both locally and regionally.

 

⦁ Widen Payment Acceptance : Offer more fare collection options to support equitable access by allowing riders to use payment instruments already in their pockets or on their phones.

⦁ Reduce Cost : Rely less on transit-issued cards, tickets, and bespoke technology to collect fares.

⦁ Increase Ridership : Providing riders the option to pay with any bankcard payment card or device just like they would at any retail store.

⦁ Enhance Security : Leverage bankcard technology to provide robust security, leading to reduced risk.

⦁ Offer New Fare Options : Provide a more equitable acceptance model by leveraging fare capping discounts that are available to anyone who can pay a single fare.

⦁ Future Proof : Embrace a greener, more eco-friendly, and sustainable approach to transit.

 

 

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Automatic Fare Collection Systems

We build fare payment systems that are used by over 3.9 billion riders annually around the world. Our solutions are required to be reliable, accurate, and efficient so riders who rely heavily on mass transit can meet their travel needs. STraffic ensures quick, seamless access for all riders—including those with special needs using a wheelchair, with children, with other articles-- while providing precise revenue collection and fare evasion management. 

 

Our state-of-the-art equipment includes features like advanced fare control sensor technology, maintenance data analytics, performance management data, real-time processing of faregate information, and a centralized monitoring and control—all to enhance the safety, smoothness, and dependability of passenger entry and exit. Fare gates are available in different cabinet designs that are “fit for purpose” and fully equipped to support all payment methods like contactless, mobile wallets, and QR codes.

 

 

References

 

⦁ WMATA(Washington Metropolitan Area Authority)

In 2019, STraffic was awarded the Washington Metro (WMATA) faregate to design, build, and implement over 1,300 faregates at all 96 Metro stations serving 182 million riders in the greater Washington, DC metropolitan region. With our new faregate barrier design and monitoring and control system, WMATA has reported a 70 percent reduction in fare evasion.

 

⦁ BART(Bay Area Rapid Transit)

We’re pleased to announce that BART has recently awarded STraffic a first phase contract to replace over 750 fare gates across all 50 BART stations with installations beginning early next year. 

 

 

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Explore how STraffic is developing products and services for the modernization of transit and other urban mobility services. Learn how our technology and services are revolutionizing the way you travel.   

STraffic is comprised of talent, resources, and extensive experience providing solutions for urban mobility—fare collection, tolling, airport access control, secure data processing, high-speed highway and rail control, and specialized access equipment like Vertical Platform Screen Doors. An impressive 76% of our team members are highly skilled engineers, each boasting over a decade of practical experience in their respective fields within transit. We are dedicated to innovation and growth, with 6% of our resources consistently invested in cutting-edge Research and Development efforts.  

As a testament to our expertise, we have successfully completed a remarkable total of 682 projects for 97 clients across 11 different countries. Our commitment to excellence and our track record of delivering outstanding results make us a trusted partner in the industry.

      

 

 

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