Index. An innovative validator for enhanced passenger experience AMCO S.A. Real-time rearview mirror system RailEye. AVIrail Systems GmbH

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1 EXPONEWS October 2015 KARLSRUHE TRADE FAIR CENTRE GERMANY 1-3 March 2016 New products of the exhibitors of IT-TRANS at a glance Secure and efficient communication also in train sets INIT 9 page 2 WHAT IS IT-TRANS? Index An innovative validator for enhanced passenger experience AMCO S.A. Real-time rearview mirror system RailEye AVIrail Systems GmbH 3 Innovative Display Systems Axentia Promoting smart travellers in smart systems, IT-TRANS is the leading Conference and Exhibition where you will meet to exchange, discuss and invent IT solutions. It will connect leaders and decision-makers with the vibrant world of start-ups and SMEs, which are in the vanguard of new developments and interactions with other sectors. IT-TRANS is also the place where operators, authorities and the industry can seize upon and learn how to locally implement innovative solutions. They will be able to attend specific Conference sessions presenting practical guidelines for implementation. The Conference and Exhibition will cover passenger information systems, electronic ticketing, ITCS, fare management, smart cards, security and software systems, traffic management, and many more. The Exhibition offers the opportunity to test and use new technologies! Rely on the industry partners specific knowledge to help solve your pressing needs and meet them face-to-face at their booths to discuss your specific areas of concern! Approximately 200 renowned enterprises, institutions and associations from around 30 countries will present their cutting-edge products and developments at IT-TRANS. The Exhibition is open on all three days and the Conference programme schedule allows for plenty of time to benefit from the experience and knowledge of the relevant international exhibitors. ARIANE: Central Data Hub for Real-time Passenger Information BBR Verkehrstechnik GmbH 4 All in one Binary System Srl Statistics is boring and pointless. Isn t it? Connective GmbH 5 What visitors to the IT-TRANS can expect to see at the DAT. Mobility stand is already enclosed in our name: It is all about DATA driven Mobility. DAT.Mobility citylinedesigner a revolutionary tool for schedule creation and editing DPK System sp. z o.o. 6 E-paper display dezign sets new benchmarks 10 Hands-free mobile ticketing system Jiffi A complete Rail Passenger Information System LANCom d.o.o. 11 You ll Never Walk Alone Mentz GmbH KARLA The smallest R09Telegram transmitter of the world! ORIT - a brand of MERETEC Technologies GmbH 12 New Perspectives for Public Transport Moveo Software GmbH Wemlin Tickets: Quick and easy tickets for public transport Netcetera AG 13 Schedule optimization software reduces Nateev Express deadhead trips and fleet size by more than 10% Optibus On board infotainment for less than 50 EUR per vehicle Passengera 14 Being mobile in rural areas - managing and controlling on-demand services PSI Transcom Smartphones and wearables Changing requirements for passenger information and ticketing PTV AG Personalisation solution for transport cards Evolis With smartphone-based vehicle interaction towards accessibility and CheckIn-BeOut Ticketing GeoMobile GmbH 8 Efficiency from the cloud IVU Traffic Technologies AG dresden elektronik verkehrstechnik gmbh eos.uptrade 7 The future of rail travel begins today IPmotion GmbH Transport ticketing industry s challenges and how to meet them Infineon Setting new standards 15 Keep your BUSiness on track! RADCOM The MRB app Info & Ticket Transdev and TAF sign the contract for modern passenger information in real time TAF mobile GmbH 16 FSD6 ticket-printer/onboard-unit for all requirements perfectly equipped Dr. techn. Josef Zelisko Fabrik für Elektrotechnik und Maschinenbau m. b. H. 1

2 An innovative validator for enhanced passenger experience Real-time rearview mirror system RailEye Based on its long experience and know-how, AMCO S.A. introduces SV-360, its new generation of contactless validator for easy and secure fare collection management on bus, tramways and light rail services. This multi-functional tool combines aesthetic design, robustness and high performance in processing a variety of electronic fare media options including smart cards, printed or mobile QR codes, NFC, and also supports bank cards. Tailored to modern passenger needs, SV-360 features a 7 touch colour display, attractive user interface, bright indication LED light bars and a 3W audio system to ensure instant transactions as well as enhance a rider s experience. Apart from secure and unhindered validation transactions, this device is the ultimate marketing tool through promotional videos and animations played on the display. Its uniqueness lies in its ability to combine fare collection with mobile marketing by communicating with passengers the retail offers and discounts from companies cooperating with the transport operator for each route. The real-time rearview mirror system RailEye can be used as a traditional rearview mirror application as well as for door-monitoring purposes. In the basic version the electronic rearview mirror system consists of a monitor, two outdoor cameras and an intelligent video link. Its key features are the following: Elegant, robust and high quality validator suitable for vehicle environment 7 projected capacitive touch screen with user friendly interface Power CPU for further expandability Fare media options like smart cards, printed or mobile QR codes Support for NFC and EMV compliant contactless bank cards The images are displayed nearly without delay in real-time. Thus, the rearview mirror system RailEye meets the requirements for security relevant applications, which specify the maximum latency period for CCTV systems for controlling and monitoring rail vehicles. The video link allows for intelligent vehicle-signal processing (e.g. door release, driving direction, speed) to automatically change the displayed image on the monitor in a desired manner (e.g. as full screen or multi-channel display such as split or quad screen). Only the intelligent video link is supplied with voltage by the vehicle and powers monitors and cameras. By the use of video-two-wire only one four-wire cable for video and power supply is needed. Due to the low installation and wiring effort the real-time rearview mirror system RailEye is suitable for new vehicles as well as refitting. The real-time rearview mirror system RailEye is certified among others according to SIL1, EN (railway standards - climatic tests), EN (electromagnetic compliance), EN (vibration and shock tests) and EN (fire safety standards). Audio speaker for commuters with vision disabilities Multiple communication interfaces Operates as part of fare collection system or as stand-alone validator AMCO S.A. is a leading ticketing solutions supplier for bus, tram, LRT and BRT companies. Meeting modern transportation demands for quality passenger services at the lowest possible cost, SV-360 facilitates ticket validation. Ticket control and minimum revenue loss are also ensured. It allows public transport companies to obtain their revenues in a quick, efficient and secure way, with full financial transparency. AMCO S.A., stand C12 2 AVIrail Systems GmbH, stand C17h

3 Innovative Display Systems ARIANE: Central Data Hub for Real-Time Passenger Information Real-time information to all stop points BBR Verkehrstechnik, founded in 1990 in Brunswick, Germany, develops electronic systems and components for the rail industry and for real-time passenger information systems. Axentia is showcasing their innovative ibus Display System for public transport. Addressing the two key issues of simple installation and secure 2-way communication, the ibus Display System uses battery powered displays using GSM/3G communication. The major advantages of having a display system for public transport that runs on batteries is low procurement cost, low installation cost, and a very simple and fast installation procedure. With a battery operation time exceeding 3 years, the service cost is very low. Further, using a wireless communication based on GSM/3G removes any cabling cost and enables any public transport network to start using the ibus Display System. With the ibus Display System, you can get started immediately, and increase the deployment as needs arise. Real-time information services can now be afforded over larger areas, bringing up to date information to all the places where it was previously not economically feasible to implement before. Any size of public transport network and any geographical spread of the network can use the ibus Display System. Key Features: Simple installation; no wiring required Uses existing infrastructure Low maintenance and procurement costs Synthetic voice functionality No external power; three years between battery replacements 2-way communication with status and reporting Axentia, stand D10 Starting with the DPI server ARIANE which identifies the location of the vehicles via GPRS/GPS modems installed and reporting these to the control centre, over the MOFIS Console Manager which provides the operating staff with a graphical overview, showing the status and current contents of the displays as well as malfunctions, up to the product family MOFIS MEDIA all components of the MOFIS System are purchasable individually or as a package. The ARIANE DPI server comprises an integrated data server as well as all interfaces widely used by public transport services. It covers the common VDV interfaces 452, 453, 454 and 461 and various proprietary interfaces e.g. to interlock units or Excel import formats for the nominal data import. The VDV interfaces are in use not only for data import, but also for exporting data to adjacent public transport carriers or associations. Thanks to this system layout, a display of dynamic data in the internet or on mobile devices can be achieved easily. Therefore, the ARIANE server can also operate as a central data hub. In this role, ARIANE can take advantage of its vehicle- and tour-based perspective. The purchase of a separate central data hub is thus not necessary. Interactive 46 full HD touchscreen terminals (MOFIS MEDIA. MIP), suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments, provide, in addition to access to scheduled itineraries and real-time passenger information, a fixed map of the rail network and an interactive map of the train stations, as well as display access points to other forms of public transport. All BBR displays are housed in vandal-proof casings and include an optional Text-to-Speech function for DPI, ensuring barrier-free access for visually impaired and blind persons. BBR Verkehrstechnik GmbH, stand F11 3

4 All in one Statistics is boring and pointless. Isn t it? SoftRail, the interactive software suite, conceived to manage the entire operations of railway companies. The world gets more dynamic every day. Faster, bigger, better. You as a public transport provider are part of it. Trying to keep up. So, how well do you cope with customers instantly complaining about a missed bus? A contracting authority demanding valid activity recordings? Data coming in from different systems? Or the need to change providers to cut costs? In recent years, Binary System has designed a package of modular applications able to manage railway companies needs. Entirely developed with web and mobile technologies and with multi-language features, SoftRail applications allow for real-time synchronization of all data and the integrated management of entire operations, with subsequent significant savings for the railway company. Through digitising all safety and travel-paper documents, SoftRail has significantly improved the profitability of rail-traction activities, accelerated the exchange of information, and reduced the environmental impact and the risk of mistakes connected to printing. SoftRail consists of 5 applications; each module is completely independent and, at the same time, perfectly integrated with the other applications of the suite. RailMobile is the electronic folder for the train driver to collect, organise and distribute all of their employees documentations that allow for real-time communications between the railway company and its operational personnel. LogiShift is the most advanced system for a coordinated planning of employees and the company s vehicles fleet which provides all visual tools required for the periodical scheduling. SkillPlan is the software designed to furnish HR with a professional tool to plan, monitor and manage all activities related to training, refreshing and employee auditing. VerForm collects and processes data related to train inspections and the verification of activities, generating real-time digital documents for the use of the operational personnel. In this complex environment, it is important to make quality tangible. To statistically prove your performance. To discover areas of improvement. Connective OPAL (Operations Analytics) can do all of that, and makes it really exciting too. Getting bored with this innovative statistics and data evaluation tool is therefore difficult. Because OPAL is faster than you think. Beside its remarkable speed of calculation, our clients rave about the simplicity of OPAL. It is based on Excel and very intuitive, thanks to a good User Interface. The tool consists of six modules, like the analysis of punctuality, timetable or connection monitoring, and more. Thereby, you only choose the ones you need. So, how does it work? The data needed for the statistical analysis is automatically imported from your vehicle computers, ITCS (AVM) or bus ticket printers. This data import even works with heterogeneous data sources, independent of the system provider. That is our specialty. Then OPAL makes it easy for you to extract reliable key data - simply and efficiently. Feel like playing? Try OPAL at our stand. But be careful: Racing through the data jungle with such ease can be intoxicating! You can also learn more about data management from one of the connective founders, Rüdiger Friebel, in his talk about Quality in a dynamic world. So, do you still think statistics is boring and pointless? Connective GmbH, stand G6 MainTrack is an application for the management of railway companies fleet maintenance, which enables planning and monitoring the activities of preventive and corrective maintenance, managing all information and communications in an electronic format. Thanks to its technical team of researchers and well-established partnerships, Binary System has developed a suite of products which represents an excellence on the market for its usability, integration and mobility. Binary System Srl, stand H8 I m looking forward to impressing you with our statistics tool OPAL (Operations Analytics). On the other hand I hope to get in touch with operations experts to gather further inputs for the development of OPAL. Yes, we look for the challenge. Will your public transport company join us? Livia Maag Marketing and Sales, Connective Ltd. 4

5 What visitors to the IT-TRANS can expect to see at the DAT.Mobility stand is already enclosed in our name: It is all about DATA driven Mobility. Since our start, DAT has focused on data collection (based on exciting different types of technology like, GSM, Bluetooth, WIFI, beacons, apps and Video Content Analysis), data-fusion, interpretation and visualisation as enablers for the next generation of trafficmodelling and simulation as well as crowd management. DAT has recently launched Sense.DAT, our own app for individual mobility monitoring, sampling and change motivation. With Sense. DAT all sorts of organisations will be able to get a deep insight into mobility behaviour and mobility choices people make, interview them on the reasons why and propose incentives to change. Sense. DAT is one of the technologies used in our monitoring projects, such as SAIL Amsterdam for example. DAT.Mobility has recently won and executed the monitoring of SAIL Amsterdam. Based on several technologies we have built the firstreal time crowd management dashboard ever. In cooperation with Delft University and the city of Amsterdam, DAT used a combination of various methods of real-time data collection and built the algorithms to model and simulate slow-mode mobility. For the very first time this has enabled Amsterdam to see in real time the movement of crowds at SAIL and predict potentially unsafe situations before they happen thanks to the measurements. DAT has also offered a Smart City Mobility Platform, based on our OmniTRANS traffic model, providing information about people, cars, bikes, buses and trains entering and leaving the city and event area. DAT.Mobility aims at leading the transformation of mobility planning and simulation based on data collection, fusion, analyses and visualisation, supporting decisions. We believe in Don t guess. Know! DAT.Mobility, stand C3.1 citylinedesigner a revolutionary tool for schedule creation and editing Dynamic growth of municipal agglomerations requires efficient communication and well-timed responses to the changes in passenger flows from the Boards of Transportation. Rapid changes, growing expectations and ever expanding communication networks require novel and efficient solutions. In response to market demand we have created a new software application: citylinedesigner. Its novelty lies in two aspects an advanced IT engine, as well as in the ideology behind the schedule design. A new system has been designed as an integrator of all the municipal IT systems in the field of transportation. It can combine and compute data from the schedule software, passenger information in vehicles and at stops / stations, Internet and mobile applications, traffic control systems, ticketing systems, depot management systems, web applications for carrier settlements and so forth. The biggest innovation are the optimisation modules that operate upon advanced mathematical tools and allow users to optimise transportation networks, fleet operations and to construct optimal schedules for driving personnel. Efficient, reliable and synchronised communication is the backbone of passenger satisfaction. Carriage optimisation makes it possible and simultaneously helps reduce operating costs an ideal situation for transportation authorities. By using most modern IT, mobile solutions and web services, the citylinedesigner is an efficient, quick and reliable tool that supports municipal transportation and allows for operations by involving multiple carriers and means of transportation. It supports the decision-making process while creating and editing timetables using automated validations against legal and internal regulations and requirements as well as physical constraints. The integration of various on-board systems into the vehicles and other IT systems used by carriers helps to distribute current timetable data. It can be transferred to the driving personnel, as well as to the passenger information screens in vehicles and at stops. The possibility to download data from such systems makes it possible to quickly conduct settlements between the carriers and ordering parties (local authorities). DPK System sp. z o.o., stand A1 5

6 E-paper display dezign sets new benchmarks dezign stands for an electronic display system with zero energy consumption as it is based on e-paper technology. There is no need for costly paper exchanges to accommodate timetable or route changes. From a central office timetables can easily be adjusted with minimal environmental impact at the push of a button. The e-paper technology does not require any energy to display fixed content. Public transportation companies no longer need to drive around to each stop. As a result, operation maintenance and service costs can be drastically reduced. Additional functions, which will be presented at the IT-TRANS 2016 in Karlsruhe, make the e-paper display dezign from dresden elektronik even more appealing for the operator. An extended function is an integrated LCD panel to display real-time data e.g. at stops. This modification of a simplified dynamic passenger information system is characterised by its cost efficiency. With the integration of a vandalism proof push button the user has the possibility to switch the content itself on site. Several images can be held which the user can choose from. An additional feature is text-to-speech. Here again, there is an integrated push button which reads the content out loud while operating. In doing so, it is also possible to announce special information operated from a central station. As yet, there has been the classical variant Urban Station in a stainless steel or plastic case. Thereby, the display system gets integrated into an existing infrastructure and the data can be transmitted in three ways: serial interface, cellular radio or DAB+. The energy self-sufficient variant Green Station is currently in a test period. Using solar power updates can be performed and transmitted either via cellular radio or via DAB+. dezign features high-resolution (1.920 x 1.280) content on a 217 x 326 mm screen. With the combination of great display features, very low power consumption and environmentally resistant components dezign sets new benchmarks in the field of digital signage. dresden elektronik verkehrstechnik gmbh, stand A5 Smartphones and wearables Changing requirements for passenger information and ticketing In the future, passengers will want to spend less time looking up information and instead expect information about their journey to be actively sent to them. The widespread use of smartphones and wearables, such as the Apple Watch, creates a host of new opportunities for transport companies to actively communicate with their customers and provide them with tailored information on their journeys. In this context, wearables are primarily not so much an additional mobile device to display information and tickets, but rather a great new way for passengers to easily and quickly interact with information and ticketing systems without having to pull out their smartphones. Getting timetable information and buying tickets using voice recognition, automatic display of nearby stops there are many ways for passengers to interact with the system. What is vital, though, is that it is simple to use and that the information is easy to understand. And although it is certainly necessary to have complex systems that guarantee a wide range of possible applications, such complexity should be something that runs in the background. Customers should be able to buy a ticket directly from the information display, from the catalogue menu or simply from their favourites list. These functions can be accessed on a smartphone, but also on the screen of a smart watch, making the entire range of tickets also available to customers on such devices. Together with HaCon, eos.uptrade is showing how passenger information and ticketing can be integrated, even beyond the actual ticket buying process. In the case of timetable deviations, real-time information makes it possible to keep passengers informed using push notifications, which would include, for example, re-routing proposals or, if required, would automatically rebook tickets. We also aim at providing ticket security during the inspection process. Inspecting mobile and online tickets using a barcode or visual inspection can often take quite a long time. In order to optimise this process, eos.uptrade develops innovative concepts based on ibeacon technology and dynamic barcodes, making traditional ticket inspection much easier and less time-consuming. eos.uptrade - driving innovation! eos.uptrade, stand C4 6

7 Personalisation solution for transport cards Evolis, the worldwide leader in plastic card identification solutions, has developed a recognized expertise in identification and access control in the public transportation market for 15 years. Evolis card printers feature advanced technologies to create multimodal and interoperable cards for public transit. The innovative solutions designed by Evolis are geared at instantly delivering customised, encoded and secured transit passes in high quality. As the leader in the card issuance market, Evolis partners with world-class system integrators to guarantee the success of all projects, from its definition stage to implementation and support. At IT-TRANS 2016, Evolis is presenting 4 card printers Primacy, Avansia, Elypso and Quantum dedicated to the public transport industry. The (Primacy) card printer makes the difference, thanks to its ease of use, to advanced flexibility and rapid operations. Loaded with superior technologies, Primacy supports all requirements for printing and encoding cards in medium to large runs, and stands as an unrivalled option for personalising transportation passes. With more than 50,000 units shipped so far, and more than 500 million cards printed since its launch in 2012, Primacy stands as a market benchmark for public transport operators or authorities looking for quality printing and modularity. About Evolis ( Evolis develops, manufactures and markets a complete range of card printers that provide all the options needed for graphic, magnetic and electric personalisation (contact or contactless chip cards RFID technology) of all types of cards (transit badges, bank cards, national ID cards, etc.). Evolis also markets a broad range of products and services for identifying people and goods: software for customising cards, card accessories as well as signature pads and support services. Based in Angers (France) with subsidiaries in Miami (United States), Mumbai (India), Singapore and Shanghai (China), Evolis is listed in the Paris Stock Exchange (Alternext) and earned sales of EUR 60.2 million in The Company has nearly 300 employees and is represented in 125 countries throughout the world. Evolis, stand B7 With smartphone-based vehicle interaction towards accessibility and CheckInBeOut Ticketing As an alternative to structural building measures, there are cost efficient systems improving accessibility and inclusion in public transport to support compliance with new accessibility regulations. The ivanto solution from GeoMobile GmbH, Dortmund, Germany, makes public transport accessible in two ways. The system enables even blind passengers to use public transport without the help of others. And it enables the world s first Smartphone-based BeInBeOut system. ivanto turns vehicles and station buildings into smart objects that are accessible for human interaction. The communication and control unit as provided by the system is connected to the computers on board buses and trams. The unit decodes IBIS protocol messages and broadcasts them via Bluetooth Smart Advertising to passengers smartphones. At the same time, passengers can remotely control the vehicle by transmitting signals to trigger stop and other service requests. The system also provides an orientation aid and indoor guidance within station buildings using a simple Bluetooth beacon infrastructure. Passengers are located indoors and safely guided providing acoustic, haptic and visual orientation aids. The solution offered accompanies the passenger on the whole journey even during changeovers at stations and in public buildings. ivanto guides the blind user on his way to the pole. There, she/ he is able to determine which number of line is approaching and is able to interact with the vehicle (stop and service request, BeInBeOut-Ticketing) and, when leaving the public transport vehicle, the system guides the user to the address of the destination. In a current customer project at Verkehrsgesellschaft Ruhr Lippe, RLG, in the District of Soest in North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany, ivanto will enable the world s first Smartphone-based CheckInBeOut best-price system in public transport. The transport vehicle itself offers to confirm the actual line number and station in the ivanto app when the passenger boards the bus. No further interaction is necessary when the passenger leaves the vehicle. ivanto determines the stop. A background system calculates the rate. The mobile app documents the check-in for ticket inspectors. It documents the priced trip for the passenger. GeoMobile GmbH, stand C17c 7

8 Transport ticketing industry s challenges and how to meet them Secure and efficient communication also in train sets Today, transport systems are migrating towards more advanced security and convergence with adjacent applications and technologies such as open-loop credit/debit payment cards, micropayments, multi-application cards and near field-communication (NFC) mobile phones and devices. These applications typically demand advanced security and open non-discriminatory solutions not provided by most of today s transport schemes. All over the world, public transport is more attractive, faster and more efficient thanks to INIT s technology. Being in tune with the local conditions, INIT always finds the appropriate solution for 20 vehicles or for 2,000, for mega cities or regional transport. In addition, public transport agencies are coming to realize that proprietary, single-vendor technologies are limiting their flexibility while increasing their risk and costs. At the same time, they want their customers to be able to use their transit tickets seamlessly across different transit systems. These evolving requirements can only be met with platforms based on open standards. Infineon Technologies - leading supplier with the market s most comprehensive portfolio of chip solutions based on open standards. As a leading supplier of secure semiconductor solutions for transport ticketing applications, Infineon Technologies offers the market s most comprehensive portfolio of chip solutions based on open standards. Designed to meet today s and tomorrow s ticketing security and performance challenges, this broad, best-in-class range benefits operators and end users by offering the perfect fit for every application level. Infineon s innovative products provide: Security: adaptable, future-proof security for any ticketing system Open Standard: with CIPURSETM, the secure alternative to closed legacy designs Flexibility: supporting mobile multi-application platforms and any transit fare medium, e.g. limited use tickets, season tickets Contactless excellence: crucial for fast and cost-effective transit fare solutions Infineon s CIPURSE products the broadest portfolio recognized with prestigious industry awards Infineon has been awarded the chip card industry s prestigious Sesames Award for its SLS 32TLC security controller as the most innovative product in the transportation category. The authentication procedure and secure data transmission of CIPURSE are based on an innovative encryption scheme that has been recognized with the German Prize for IT Security. All our contactless product platforms from the Infineon CIPURSE move for limited use tickets, over the CIPURSE 4move, the CIPURSE Security Controller to the Infineon dual interface controllers and secure elements are building on it. Find out more on Infineon, stand D18 8 As the worldwide leading supplier of integrated ITS, planning, dispatching and ticketing systems for buses and trains, INIT provides state-of-the-art solutions to support customers with their daily tasks in the fields of: Planning & Dispatching Ticketing & Fare Management Operations Control & Real-Time Passenger Information Analysing & Optimising They also benefit from INIT s proven service & maintenance support. Visitors will have the chance to learn more about the solutions at the INIT booth E2. One of these solutions is INIT s ethernet bridge IPmobil. With the help of this train LAN modem, public transport companies can make secure and efficient use of their communication infrastructure. IPmobil uses Power Line Technology (PLC) guaranteeing a high-speed data transfer throughout the train sets. Furthermore, it replaces VDV train bus. It does not matter on which side the driver s cab is located in the case of single-ended vehicles coupled to a train set. An IPmobil device is installed at each coupler to guarantee the data transmission in both directions. Due to specific data modulation, the existing infrastructure of the couplers or joints can be used to achieve data transmission rates of up to 200 Mbit/s. Two unused lines which do not have to fulfil special conditions are used for data transmission, e.g. lines of the VDV train bus which are no longer needed. In addition, the device can be easily fixed to the couplers thanks to its compact design. IPmobil is controlled and provided with necessary updates by the on-board computer COPILOTpc2. Transport companies are therefore able to transfer even large amounts of data in real time over a complete train set. With IPmobil, passenger infotainment, Wi-Fi or a comprehensive video surveillance system can be implemented. Thus, passengers profit from additional security and service quality. INIT, stand E2

9 The future of rail travel begins today Efficiency from the cloud Statesmen and passengers nowadays request the development of solutions which enhance the availability of Wi-Fi in local traffic and long-distance trains alike. This also lies within the interest of providers of transport services. So far such projects have not been crowned with success. But as of now, the times when high speed data transmission on the go was merely a dream are past. For the German IPmotion GmbH has developed a new mobile router to solve the existing problems. It started with the equipping of more than long-distance coaches run by Swiss PostAuto AG. Based on the successful partnership with network infrastructure provider wlan-partner.com AG, IPmotion has developed their patented multi-operator router technology into an even more sophisticated railway version. The CAR-A-WAN.rail is not only the key to customer satisfaction but to miscellaneous transport services from one source. No longer is free Wi-Fi during train travel a luxury only first class passengers are able to enjoy. The nationwide allocation of internet access points in railway coaches and therewith the future of travelling has begun. IPmotion GmbH, stand B1 Growing demands on the services of railway and transport operators have been continuously presenting IT departments with new challenges in recent years. Modern IT infrastructures are more complex than ever before. Yet purchasing, operating and maintaining the necessary systems is time-consuming and expensive. All this ties up resources that are best needed elsewhere. Therefore, with IVU.cloud, IVU Traffic Technologies now provides a way of using most of the proven IVU solutions in line with the principle of software as a service (SaaS). Instead of holding the servers for operation of the software themselves, transport companies simply hire the necessary computing capacity from IVU. With the SaaS model, everything comes from a single source, explained Oliver Grzegorski, Development Manager at IVU. The advantage is that transport operators no longer need to look after the technical infrastructure themselves, enabling them to reduce their costs. At the same time, flexibility is increased, as the system grows at the same pace. Transport companies can simply book any extra capacity as required, for instance when CPU-intensive optimisations are planned. SaaS also simplifies processes. The software is easier to implement, and the system can be used productively more quickly. Updates also reach the customer much earlier if the system is operated by the engineers who know it best. For the users in the company, nothing changes when server operation is outsourced. Using Remote Desktop via a secure, dedicated VPN connection, they can access the high-availability system, where they work with the familiar interface as usual. And standardised interfaces mean that peripheral systems can also be seamlessly integrated into the IVU environment. In terms of performance, availability and data security, our SaaS solution is on a par with the locally installed variants of IVU s products in every respect, said Oliver Grzegorski. What is more, our customers also benefit from our technical expertise in operating our systems. This frees up resources, enabling transport companies to focus fully on their main task: moving people. IVU Traffic Technologies AG, stand G4 9

10 Hands-free mobile ticketing system A complete Rail Passenger Information System Jiffi is the world s first fully automated, yet affordable smartphonebased ticketing solution for public transportation. It replaces visual and QR-based validation with Bluetooth technology. Passengers only need to download an app, enter and save recurring payment details and step on board. Thanks to secure custom-made Bluetooth beacons and highly reliable micro-location technology, Jiffi precisely detects passengers origin and destination stops and takes care of the payment without any user action needed. LANCom PIS is a passenger information system, intended to inform the public transport system users of the current train timetables statuses. It has been designed on the industry s best practices, using modern web technologies and a well-considered architecture. This combination leads to an exclusive user experience, simultaneously decreasing the costs of system maintenance. It is monitored and managed from the central web interface, providing information to dislocated units. It contains modules for integration and external data processing. A high level of security, scalability and data accessibility is provided. The system is composed of several components both hardware and software. The core of the hardware structure is a server system, connected to the optical IP network, and designed on the Windows server platform. Two display technologies are used to present Passenger Information: LCD/TFT and LED. All the displays can be installed indoors or outdoors (Ingress Protection rating up to IP66). Audio announcements are supported based on AoE technology. For operators, Jiffi provides highly valuable check-in and checkout data that are crucial for adequate route planning, multimodal transfer management and flexible pricing based on customers actual needs. Jiffi supports interoperable ticketing across regions, allowing passengers to pay for their trips anywhere with the same app. Jiffi also supports Check-In/Be-Out validation, offering superior user experience compared to NFC-based solutions as it doesn t require third-party secure elements and unlocking the smartphone for validation. Jiffi doesn t require replacing or integration with existing on-board systems and can be used as a complementary system to increase public transportation s attractiveness. Jiffi provides a white-label app and API for existing applications. Jiffi s technology has been invented and developed by T Grupp AS. The company has a long track record in providing transport ticketing solutions under the Tsolutions trademark, which is already operating in Poland, Germany, Bulgaria, Hong Kong, Finland and Estonia. By offering operations, sales and assets management along with in-depth reporting and revenue management, Tsolutions is one of the leading reservation systems in the world. Tsolutions will introduce a new and cutting-edge on-board terminal in the next few months. With a 7 touch screen, integrated thermal printer and scanner; this is the first on-board terminal that offers a superior user experience when used as a handheld or in-vehicle device in cradle. Tsolutions sophisticated on-board terminal and Jiffi technology will be demonstrated at IT-TRANS Visit us at stand C1 and for more information see and Jiffi, stand C1 LANCom PIS Software Solution LANCom PIS Software Solution represents the core component of our Passenger Information System. It is built on the latest web technologies, which are based on the client-server architecture with no additional installations on the client s side. It has been developed using years of our experience in software development. The software provides both a video and audio information feed, both of which are synchronised in order to keep the passengers free from any confusion. The system is therefore monitored and managed from a single central web interface, providing corresponding information to dislocated units (displays and audio speakers). It contains modules for integration and external data processing (timetables, train calendars, delays, etc.). LANCom PIS Software Solution is scalable, responsive, robust, and reliable and is fully compliant with the latest standards in this area of expertise. How it works The software obtains all relevant information on the next arriving or departing train at a certain time-point from a database, simultaneously using received data from signalling technologies in order to correct the visual and audio train information, such as train delays or notification messages. Remote support, diagnostics and problem-solving is supported. The system is also fully expandable in terms of adding new equipment (displays, speakers and servers) to the PIS network. It also enables expansion to other stations and lines in the future. Advantages Unified user and device access point; Compliant with European Union legislation and demands (TSI-PRM 2014); Multiple timetable session support; Html5 based dynamic adjustment of information content depending on the LCD display size; Live data management over a multiple days range; Access to the user interface of operation control via a web engine; Modern application user experience; Multilingual, local and regional support; REST interface for external data communication. LANCom d.o.o., stand H5 10 We are very much looking forward to IT-TRANS in It will be the first time we are presenting our LANCom PIS solution to a global market. Excited to be among the very best companies in this field, we will be actively searching for new customers, partnerships, R&D and other cooperations to start a new chapter in our company s success story Miha Jurgec co-owner of LANCom d.o.o.

11 You ll Never Walk Alone Using maps, signs and intuition to find the right and, above all, best route does not come naturally to everyone. This is why cars have had success with navigation systems for some time, mainly because they are able to safely and accurately guide drivers with a friendly voice to their destinations. But as soon as passenger leave their own car, they have to fend for themselves. Within the scope of the DYNAMO research project, Mentz has now developed the first multimodal trip companion in app format which accompanies passengers from door-to-door. Named companion, this app plans trips from one s current location to a final destination while taking into account all means of transport, real-time information and incident messages. This information can then be used to select a particular trip strategy, whether it be riding a bike to the station (Bike&Ride), driving there by car (Park&Ride), renting the closest available vehicle (free floating car hire) for the entire trip or using several other viable options. After the trip has been planned, the companion is activated and guides passengers visually and verbally along the way: In 50m turn right. At stop Grillparzerstraße, take bus 54 towards Münchner Freiheit.get off at the next stop If incidents occur during travel which affect the planned route, passengers stay informed: the trip time may be recalculated and, if necessary, an alternative route will be provided. Mobility services are growing faster than ever, yet sources for transport information are often limited to only a small section. Until now, information that can meaningfully combine the different public transport offerings has only been fragmentary at best. The companion bridges this gap and provides users continuous, individually-customized and optimal trip planning, all from one app without information having to be tediously compiled from different sources. Multimodal trips are thus made easy. Mentz GmbH, stand C8 KARLA The smallest R09-Telegram transmitter of the world! Using a traffic signal priority system is one of the most effective activities to accelerate the public transport. This makes it more attractive not only for passengers but also allows the public transport company to become more profitable based on the result of significantly decreasing the ongoing operational costs. According to public transport companies most of the problems are based on the requirements of a trouble-free operation in the sending system and additionally on the refitting of radio systems in expansion and the renewal of the vehicle fleet. This is further aggravated by the high investment volume caused by the migration from analog to digital radio. As many public transport companies are not able to bear these investment costs such modernization measures often cannot be realized. KARLA - Small as a box of hankies - Powerful as an all-rounder! Whether for retrofitting in vehicles for traffic light pre-emption or to determine its location in RBL & ITCS systems, KARLA is the most efficient solution to send R09 telegrams. You can continue using your existing infrastructure even if your board computer has no radio system integrated! For the use of KARLA it does not matter if your voice communications is done via TETRA, DMR or VoIP, the small radio transmitter KARLA is a standalone device that communicates directly with the board computer. The information about the transmitted telegram will be transferred directly from the board computer to Karla. According to the VDV recommendation, the message is provided with a checksum and transmitted via the integrated FFSK modem in conjunction with the transceiver unit. The flexible hardware and software makes it possible to adapt each board computer. In addition to the communication via a serial interface there are future trends such as IBIS-IP or even USB optionally available. Sending of R09.xx radio telegrams according to VDVR09 RS232-Interface Optional IBIS IP or USB Optional with integrated power supply (7 30V DC) Compact design VHF or UHF OEM version available CE-certified, E1-certified ORIT - a brand of MERETEC Technologies GmbH, stand E12 11

12 New Perspectives for Public Transport Wemlin Tickets: Quick and easy tickets for public transport With the experience of over 90 customers Moveo is a leading specialist for preparation, scheduling and accounting of staff assignment in public transport organisations. Moveo Profahr is a system for planning, dispatching and cost calculation for the deployment of personnel and vehicles as well as for recording, compiling and evaluating costs and revenue in urban and regional transport companies. The time is ripe for mobile tickets! But are your passengers able to use the new sales channels easily and conveniently? The solution: Wemlin Tickets from Netcetera - an intuitive and straightforward app, suitable even for technophobes. Passengers can buy their tickets in just two clicks. Customers choose a ticket before making a one-time selection of their payment type. Options include credit, debit and customer cards, or payment by mobile phone. Features such as location detection, price calculation, language options, take-me-home functionality and favourite places help to enhance the customer s experience. The core application OPD the Operative Personnel Disposition is the crucial component between planning and commercial accounting systems and even much more. The integrated modules for roster and crew scheduling provide an important support for the planning process. The communication with existing planning systems works seamlessly as well as the transfer of the required data. Moveo Software GmbH, stand E11 Wemlin Tickets won the BLT (Baselland Transport) prize in the Travel category at the Best Of Swiss Apps award ceremony in The product Wemlin Tickets has been successfully implemented by a number of transport companies and networks, and offers attractive licensing and transaction models. The mobile app can be customized with your own name and design, and can be used independently of ticketing services provided by third parties. This offers you an interesting new sales channel with a presence in a number of different app stores. Refined graphical elements prevent tickets from being counterfeited and make visual inspections easier, as there is no more need for time-consuming ticket «personalisation». The back-office tool allows convenient administration of stops, as well as tariff and zone data. Highly informative statistics on the behaviour of app users, such as preferred payment methods, can also be generated in the easy-to-use back office. Netcetera is able to bring the product into service in just a few weeks, allowing us to quickly add real value to your business. We also actively involve customers in the further development of the product. A major advantage is that, as an IT service provider, Netcetera knows both the financial market and the public transport sector very well, and understands the needs of both sectors in terms of security and convenience. They also offer exemplary levels of service, with very short response times and proactive issue management. Stephan Brode, Project Manager Marketing and Sales, Baselland Transport AG (BLT) The app is available for ios and Android and can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or Google Play. Netcetera AG, stand A3.2 We believe in the interplay between innovative technology and public transport. We are also excited about targeted, passenger-oriented solutions that give the customer real added value. We welcome interesting dialogs, new contacts, and the opportunity to develop new ideas that will benefit public transport. Oliver Aeschlimann Director Transport, Netcetera AG 12

13 Schedule optimization software reduces Nateev Express deadhead trips and fleet size by more than 10% On board infotainment for less than 50 EUR per vehicle The pilot performed by Optibus showed us how we can get the best of both worlds: Optimal use of our resources, while complying with state regulations. These are the pillars of a profitable and successful bus operator company. Moshe Laskar (CEO, Nateev Express) The Pilot Looking to reduce its operating costs, bus operator Nateev Express decided to evaluate OptibusOnSchedule. This real-time schedule optimization solution calculates driver and vehicle schedules within seconds and allows schedulers to evaluate multiple options and determine the one that optimally suits their operational requirements. For the pilot, a 250 vehicle cluster was selected with the objective to reduce deadhead trips to a minimum. Optimization had to consider logistic constraints such as route homogeneity as well as depot locations and capacity. Results Using OptibusOnSchedule, Nateev Express compared multiple schedule scenarios to determine the one that delivered maximum efficiency while matching its operational environment. The results showed the following benefits: Optimized depot locations and capacity could save over 600,000 deadhead km per year: The optimization process showed that existing depot capacities and locations were not optimal. Testing various alternatives with the help of OnSchedule, Nateev Express identified additional depot locations. With buses parking closer to their start and finish points, the operator will be able to save almost 2,000 kilometers per day, a dramatic reduction of 24% in deadhead trips kilometers. Fleet size reduced by 10%: The optimized schedule enables Nateev Express to operate the cluster with 27 less buses (235 instead of 262 vehicles). Since their existing fleet consists of 262 vehicles, Nateev Express decided to initially use 255 buses. Moving forward, Nateev Express will plan its fleet size according to the OnSchedule plan, to increase savings even more. Comparison of schedule scenarios: The company Passengera develops, distributes and maintains Infotainment solutions for transport operators that build a new channel of relationship between operator and passengers, open new revenue streams and new opportunities for Connected Vehicle solutions, with its innovative on board software platform. Infotainment solutions already available on the market are delivered as project based, focused on defined features (e.g. movies or passenger information). They are expensive and cause unpredictable operational costs. Passengera launches its new onboard Infotainment system as a service for a price of less than 50 EUR per vehicle, which makes it a revolutionary approach on the Infotainment market. Passengera system is designed to automatically collect and update relevant data from various resources in its cloud-based management platform which makes this system self-manageable. Passengera platform is modular, and with open API to meet every customer s needs. It is suitable, for a small bus operator joining the market and looking for a competitive advantage as well as for big transport companies seeking to differentiate between their on board services. Passengera features include (but aren t limited to) passenger Wi-Fi, travel information, trip or stay planning, entertaining content, advertising, onboard e-shop, passenger safety or notification system. These features are interactively using the vehicle location and destination. All they need is the line schedule that may be read from transport operator scheduling system API or configured and managed with other content in the cloud management by the operator or their partner. Synchronization and content update is done automatically, which reduces system maintenance overhead. The system is sold as a platform that allows operators or resellers to use content from their partners and isn t dependent on content provided by Passengera. Passengera is delivering a new travelling experience on board. Passengera, stand G1 Scenario Fleet size Yearly deadhead trips (km) Original schedule Fully optimized schedule Optimized schedule with minimal fleet size Optimized schedule adjusted for current depots Deadhead trips reduction (%) 262 2,525, Yearly deadhead trips reduction (km) 236 1,916,023 24% 609, ,032,459 20% 493, ,222,963 12% 302,861 Optibus, stand C6 13

14 Being mobile in rural areas - managing and controlling on-demand services Setting new standards Especially in rural areas, the much-cited shift in demographics, constantly increasing cost pressure and new travel habits are causing problems for the implementation of break-even public transport that is attractive and at the same time meets the population s needs. The new releases of PTV Vissim and PTV Visum are here. PTV Vissim 8 offers an additional mesoscopic modelling level - and much more besides - while PTV Visum 15 provides new multi-modal modelling techniques. Flexible service offerings in public transport whether scheduled or unscheduled are becoming increasingly important for the comprehensive delivery of public transport services. Here, vehicles should only be used when there is actually a need. Park and Ride in PTV Visum Increasingly, policy and decision-makers in many places have made it their duty to improve access to public transport. The provision of Park & Ride (P+R) has a role to play in this. PTV Visum 15 features new processes that allow users to accurately analyse the demand, quantity and location of P+R sites. These allow users to take into account and analyse the capacity of P+R car parks, for example. One solution is provided by on-demand service, which offers a number of possibilities from buses that stop on demand, to shared and dial-a-ride buses in regular service, to fixed-run taxis or shared taxis. The basic idea is to only deploy vehicles at the places and times where they are needed. PSI Transcom has developed a software solution that organises the on-demand traffic and that helps transport companies to define the collaboration, to inform customers and to invoice services. What makes the PSItraffic solution special is that the on-demand service is a component of the PSItraffic/AVMS (Automatic Vehicle Management System). Using the PSItraffic platform, there is the ability to immediately deliver the on-demand service using the AVMS, or to add it later. The various modes of operation are configurable, so the right solution can always be delivered. This results in a real benefit to the transport companies by improving their range of services at predictable costs. In cases where ridership cannot justify service on a certain schedule, it is not necessary to send a large bus on the route every hour, but rather only if it is really required. A certain percentage of the trips may be carried out using smaller vehicles as the need arises. Kilometres that are not travelled also reduce costs and protect the environment. Finally, billing subcontractors becomes more transparent and simpler. With free area transport, the challenge is connecting individual trips to a linked tour. This is a task which, while new in public transport, is already a standard part of logistics for goods transport. Package deliveries are assembled daily into organised tours, since new customers must be reached every day. For many years, PSI has been developing a solution with complex optimisations and can use them flexibly in PSItraffic, allowing PSI to offer a proven solution for free area transport. Since a vehicle can always be operated less expensively the more passengers it carries, when no schedule and no stops are used, it is certainly important to pick up and drop off all the passengers in an optimised order. For this reason, PSI Transcom is now working intensively to develop route optimisation and to implement this as a module in PSItraffic. PSI Transcom GmbH, stand F15 14 Making the connection with PTV Visum The new freight traffic module closes the gap between personal and commercial transport by providing a demand model specially designed to meet logistical challenges. Users can now integrate relevant logistical concepts into their strategic traffic models. The new module is based on the savings algorithm applied in the logistics sector, in which potential cost savings are evaluated by creating tours and defining their sequence. Scenario management now also in PTV Vissim The new version of PTV Vissim 8 features the addition of scenario management. On the analogy of PTV Visum, this allows alternative scenarios in a project to be created and managed more easily. Users can model a wide range of case studies based on a single underlying network. Scenario management is a very practical function for users wishing to investigate different junction designs during morning and evening rush hours, for example. Any subsequent changes made to the network model or to the parameters - for example during calibration - can then be saved directly in multiple scenarios in a single processing step. The arrival of mesoscopic simulation in PTV Vissim As the road network being simulated gets bigger, so does the effort involved in building the network and calibrating it, together with the time it takes to run the simulation. However, users do not always need the high level of details provided by microscopic simulation across the entire network. Users often want to model a selection of routes over a large area and only go into detail in small sections. The introduction of mesoscopic simulation as an additional modelling level means that users now have access to a very fast simulation method without compromising on the detail where it matters most. PTV AG, stand C3

15 Keep your BUSiness on track! RADCOM provides integrated systems for monitoring, dispatching, e-ticketing and traffic control for transport companies, enabling: fleet management, ticketing, passenger information, video monitoring and automatic passenger counting processes. RADCOM develops complex platforms (specific equipments, back office software applications), customises its products and integrates third party components, hosting and operating systems according to client needs. Products The Contactless Validator E-CHECK - represents RADCOM s latest innovative product, with a modern and ergonomic design and a 5.6 inches LCD and anti-vandal touch screen. The performance of the device is sustained by a 32-bit ARM11 processor, 128MB FLASH and SRAM memory. E-CHECK is produced in three versions: Standard with RFID card reader, Dual with RFID card reader and thermal printer or with RFID card reader and barcode reader. RADCOM e-ticketing Solution integrates the above validators together with our software platform allowing usage of RFID cards, standard paper tickets, barcode paper tickets, mobile phone barcode messages. The on-board computer E-TRACK is a sophisticated on-board computer device equipped with a GPS/GPRS, WIFI, which integrates a 32-bit ARM11 processor and presents multiple interfaces: RS485/422, RS232, CAN, USB, Ethernet, Card Reader (RFID), SD Card, GPIO, being able to collect and process traffic and status vehicle parameters. RADCOM fleet management solution uses E-TRACK to determine geographical position and travelling parameters, to collect and display status parameters, to communicate text and vocal messages, to manage the inside and outside vehicle information system, to control validators and passenger counting system. LED indoor and outdoor information panels with customizable row number and length, wide view angle, low power consumption and different communication abilities such as GPRS, RS485/422 and RS232. RADCOM s range of LED panels is integrated into fleet management solutions such as: vehicle destination signs, passengers information displays at stops and on-board vehicle information displays. Contact For further information please visit us at Stand E4 or contact us at [email protected] The MRB app Info & Ticket Transdev and TAF sign the contract for modern passenger information in real time Transdev GmbH has placed the order with TAF mobile GmbH, the Jena-based IT service provider for public transport, to introduce a new cell phone and ticket application for its trans regio subsidiary s route network. The company operates local trains along the Rhine between Mainz, Koblenz and Cologne under the MittelrheinBahn brand name. From August 2015 passengers using the MittelrheinBahn railway and local public transport in the surrounding area will be able to purchase many rail tickets quickly and easily via a Smartphone using the MittelrheinBahn app. Paying for tickets is easy via the user s cell phone invoice or an appropriate prepaid account: other alternatives are direct debit and credit card payments. The MittelrheinBahn app can be downloaded free of charge in app stores for iphone and Android phones. ( apps/details?id=de.easygo.mrb; mittelrheinbahn-info-ticket/id ?mt=8) As a modern transport company, the new MittelrheinBahn app is an important medium for improved communication with our customers who, even today, are very demanding and live in a multimedia world. With TAF mobile GmbH we have skilled and experienced IT experts to assist us with development and advice, says Tobias Heinemann, Managing Director for Sales & Marketing (CCO) at Transdev. The MittelrheinBahn railway operates its comfortable ultramodern trains along one of the most beautiful stretches of railway in Germany. Apart from connecting the cities of Cologne, Bonn, Koblenz and Mainz, the line between the Köln Messe/Deutz station in Cologne and the main train station in Mainz runs through the Rhine valley, where the stretch between Koblenz and Bingen is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This provides the MittelrheinBahn s passengers with a convenient way to travel to the popular and world-famous places of interest such as the Loreley and the geyser at Andernach. TAF mobile GmbH, stand B10 RADCOM, stand E4 Photos: Transdev 15

16 FSD6 ticket-printer/ on-board-unit for all requirements perfectly equipped In order to meet the current and future needs of the transport companies, together with its customers and users, Zelisko has developed a ticket-printer that sets new standards. The transport companies will benefit especially from the modular design of the FSD6 and the broad spectrum of - partly optional design variants. Select the equipment that is needed at the current time, and be sure that the FSD6 can be extended easily and simply according to further requirements in the future. This especially applies to the dual modem technology, the multi-core processors and the memory. This saves high initial investment and provides the transport companies with more financial scope. The dual modem technology ensures the transport companies maximum flexibility. Thus, for example, it is possible for the customer to send its ITCS data directly via VPN to a foreign-control centre, but also to transfer its sales data in his own backend separately. Increasingly complex tariff structures and eticketing functionalities require one thing above all: A lot of computing power! With FSD6 the transport company now decides on the speed: from single-core to quad-core processors. The requirements of the drivers as an interface with the passengers were another focal point in the development of FSD6. The 10.4 wide, optional capacitive TFT touch display can be swivelled in all directions and be adjusted optimally according to the needs of drivers. Poorly readable displays and reflections are features of the past. In addition to the innovative look of FSD6, Zelisko has also managed to build a much more compact version than other models and thereby minimizes the limitations of the field of view. The passengers see their needed information on a full-graphics customer display with automatic adaptation to the ambient brightness. Organisers Patronage Supporting Organisations Platinum Sponsors Gold Sponsor Silver Sponsor Supporting Partners Selected Media Partners erp-gruppe_logo_4c.pdf :16:13 The time-tested intelligent mounting plate with integrated handsfree system includes the ELA and the dual-modem and even allows to make calls and data communication (raid call, GPS coordinates) without a ticket-printer. This means a massive increase in flexibility and accessibility when compared to conventional systems from other vendors, both for drivers and for the transport company. Dr. techn. Josef Zelisko Fabrik für Elektrotechnik und Maschinenbau m. b. H., stand H4 As a longtime system supplier for the transport sector we are particularly pleased to help shape this central event of our industry in the spring as an exhibitor and to be able to present our (prospective) customers our latest product innovations and to conduct many interesting conversations. We look forward to your visit! Dirk Klingberg Sales Manager Traffic Management Systems 16 Contact Jochen Georg Project manager Messe Karlsruhe Phone: Fax: [email protected] Sarah Foulon Project manager International Association of Public Transport (UITP) Phone: [email protected] DISCLAIMER The articles published in this newsletter express the personal opinions of the authors and in no way represent the views of the International Association of Public Transport or Karlsruher Messe- und KongressGmbH. Some slight amendments might have been made to the articles provided by the exhibitors. Status: As of October 2015 Subject to alterations.