- A simple and convenient payment system across multiple modes of transport in Greater Sydney.
- Arup acting as independent certifier under a contract with the NSW Public Transport Ticketing Corporation and the Pearl Consortium.
- Better travel data will assist operators in planning and service delivery.
The Greater Sydney Electronic Ticketing System (ETS) will provide a fast and simple payment system for passengers on multiple modes of transport, including trains, buses and ferries.
Arup is providing independent certifier services on the AU$1.2bn ETS project. The firm is responsible for reviewing the project design process and determining whether the delivery contractor’s work has been completed in accordance with the Project Deed requirements.
"Arup brings a wealth of independent transport consultancy and civil engineering experience to Sydney’s ETS project. We are well placed to deliver this project having gained experience providing similar independent consultancy roles for the Gautrain Rapid Rail Link project in South Africa, and on the transformation of Melbourne’s iconic Southern Cross Station."
– Steve Lennon, Arup Project Director.
Modelled on comparable successful systems – like Transport for London’s ‘Oyster’ card – Sydney’s ETS will enable passengers to ‘tag-on’ by presenting their smart card to a reader before boarding transport in serviced areas. The appropriate ticket price is deducted from the user’s smart card account. Better travel data will also be collected, assisting operators in planning and service delivery.
The roll out of the smart card system will commence by the end of 2012.
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