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Cubic Transportation Systems Introduces Umo ScanRide

The new fare collection technology solution allows transit agencies to implement account-based fare collection without installing new onboard hardware.

September 18, 2024
Cubic Transportation Systems Introduces Umo ScanRide

Cubic's ScanRide utilizes smartphone technology and QR codes to offer an alternative to traditional fare collection systems.

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Cubic Transportation Systems announced the launch of Umo ScanRide.

The new

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solution allows transit agencies to implement account-based fare collection without installing new onboard hardware.

Umo’s ScanRide

ScanRide utilizes smartphone technology and QR codes to offer an alternative to traditional fare collection systems.

The solution enables riders to use their mobile devices to

placed inside vehicles to validate fare payment.

"ScanRide presents a new option in transit fare technology," said Mike Barboni, chief product officer, Umo at Cubic Transportation Systems. "Using existing smartphone technology, we're offering transit agencies a way to update their fare systems without needing new hardware installations."

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ScanRide's key aspects include:

  • Implementation without additional onboard hardware.

  • Integration capability with existing Umo fare payment solutions

    brings efficiency

    .

  • Applicability across various vehicle types, including fixed-route buses and on-demand services.

  • and operations.

  • A user interface designed for ease of use by operators and riders.

Integration with Umo’s Fare Payment Solutions

ScanRide is designed to work alongside Umo's other fare payment solutions, providing transit agencies with system design and implementation flexibility.

The solution can function independently or be integrated with existing

fare collection infrastructure.

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