Confidex supplies Contactless PET RFID tickets in support of a new public transit ticketing system in Istanbul, Turkey.
Confidex, a fast growing company with unique expertise in RFID design, manufacturing and engineering, recently announced that it has shipped more than 1 million limited-use Contactless PET RFID tickets in support of a new public transit ticketing system in Istanbul, Turkey.
The ISO-14443-A-compliant tickets were purchased by Belbim A.S., through a contract with smart card technology provider PLASTKART Plastikkart Akilli Kart Ýletiþim Sistemleri. Belbim A.S. is a Turkish company that designs and develops computer systems and software, and provides consulting services to the Metropolitan Municipality of Istanbul, including the city's electronic transit fare and collection systems.
The mass transit system in Istanbul includes a mix of bus, rail, and watercraft operated by the city, state, and a number of private companies. Millions of passengers utilize the public transit service each day and Istanbul officials are investing heavily in an effort to modernize and increase the usage of public transportation options, while reducing vehicle congestion. The city plans to significantly expand its rail lines and is upgrading its electronic ticketing technology to improve efficiency.
"We are pleased to be a part of this innovative electronic ticketing system," said Torbjörn Andersson, Confidex Vice President, Sales & Business Development. "Our Contactless PET tickets are designed to provide a high-volume, customizable solution for mass transit applications. Istanbul's "5 in 1" ticket system is a perfect example of the value that contactless technology provides by improving passenger service and increasing ticketing efficiency."
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