Fare Payments-as-a-Service Blog

10 Mar 2025, 10:24:54

Masabi Wins Supplier Innovation Award for Open Platform Approach at Transport Ticketing Global

At Transport Ticketing Global 2025, Masabi was honored with the Supplier Innovation Award for our ...
3 Feb 2025, 14:01:26

Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA) Launches Mobile Ticketing in the Transit App, Powered by Masabi

Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA), Masabi, Equans and the Transit app have announced the ...
13 Jan 2025, 14:02:04

Hawaii’s Kaua'i Bus Launches Mobile Ticketing App Powered by Masabi

The Kaua'i Bus launched a new digital fare payment system powered by Masabi through the open ...
18 Dec 2024, 17:03:06

Moving Transit Forward: Highlights and Milestones from 2024

As the year comes to a close, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the progress and transformation ...
17 Dec 2024, 14:00:00

Pittsburgh Regional Transit Launches Account-Based Ticketing on Ready2Ride App, Powered by Masabi

Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) and Masabi today announced the launch of Account-Based Ticketing ...
27 Nov 2024, 11:36:57

Fare Collection Procurement: 8 Tips for Unlocking Innovation and Efficiency

Procuring a new fare collection system is no easy task. You’re navigating a complex ...
14 Nov 2024, 14:01:25

Ohio’s Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority Launching Account-Based Ticketing with EZFare, Powered by Masabi

Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA), the public transit agency servicing 32 bus routes ...
23 Oct 2024, 02:00:00

Knoxville Area Transit Unveils Account-Based Ticketing with "Lowest Fare, Guaranteed" Through Transit app and katpay Smartcard, Powered by Masabi

Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) launches its next-generation Account-Based Ticketing system powered by ...
24 Sept 2024, 18:01:45

Unlocking Equity and Efficiency Through Fare Capping in Public Transit

As public transportation systems evolve, ensuring equitable access while maintaining operational ...
24 Sept 2024, 17:14:37

Reducing Cash Onboard: Balancing Equity and Efficiency in Public Transport

Cash has been a staple of fare payments in public transit for decades. We’ve all seen the long ...
23 Sept 2024, 13:59:23

Madison’s Metro Transit and Masabi Launch Tap to Ride Account-Based Ticketing System, Streamlining The Transit Experience

Metro Transit, the primary provider of bus services throughout the City of Madison and its ...
10 Sept 2024, 09:05:04

Masabi to Deliver eTicketing Solution for V/Line Rail Network Across State of Victoria in Australia

V/Line will leverage open ecosystem to deliver eTicketing solution for public transport services in ...
4 Sept 2024, 19:15:46

Denver RTD, Masabi, and Transit Win Metro Magazine's Innovative Solutions Award for Simplifying Multimodal Travel

The Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Denver, Masabi, and the Transit app have received ...
9 Jul 2024, 14:00:00

Central Ohio Transit and Masabi Make Mobile Tickets Available in Google Wallet

Masabi launched mobile ticketing for the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) within Google ...
4 Jul 2024, 13:23:19

Traveling to the Beat - Masabi’s Innovative Ticketing Technology is Being Used to Power Journeys to Hollywood Bowl this Summer

At Masabi, we are passionate about revolutionizing public transit through the use of cutting-edge ...
27 Jun 2024, 14:42:04

Masabi Signs $97m Deal with New York’s MTA to Bring Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North Railroad into OMNY

It’s been a decade since Masabi began working with New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority ...
18 Jun 2024, 17:45:49

‘Justride Ready’ Partnership Program: Accelerating the Delivery of Agency Benefits from Masabi's Open Fare Payments Platform

We are pleased to share the launch of Masabi's ‘Justride Ready’ Global Partnership Program as our ...
17 Jun 2024, 14:00:00

Denver Regional Transportation District and Masabi Sign Contract Extension for End-to-End Fare Payments-as-a-Service Platform

Renewed commitment from nation’s 10th largest transit agency to the world’s most innovative ...
12 Jun 2024, 09:01:50

Citymapper App Users Can Now Plan Trips and Purchase Bus Tickets for National Express West Midlands Buses, Powered by Masabi

Partnership marks Citymapper's first-ever mobile ticketing integration Citymapper today announced ...
3 Jun 2024, 14:00:28

ECO Transit and Masabi Launch Next-Generation Account-Based Ticketing System

Riders can now use the ECO Transit Mobile Tickets app for a contactless transit experience ...
31 May 2024, 16:19:45

Allegheny County, Pittsburgh Regional Transit Launch Allegheny GO for Income-Based Transit Discounts

Masabi is delighted to have supported Allegheny County, Pittsburgh Regional Transt, and the ...
3 May 2024, 12:50:09

The Benefits of Partnering with Masabi

Justride is the world’s leading Fare Payments as a Service platform – providing a tried and tested ...
11 Apr 2024, 14:00:27

​​NEORide Signs a New Multi-Year Contract with Masabi to Expand EZfare Regional Fare Payment Solution

NEORide, the Council of Governments representing 31 transit agencies across 7 states, has announced ...
9 Apr 2024, 09:16:16

National Express West Midlands passengers can now purchase bus tickets on the Uber app

The new consumer product is powered by Masabi National Express West Midlands (NXWM) today announced ...
3 Apr 2024, 14:21:38

Butler County Regional Transit Authority Becomes Fourth EZfare Agency to Launch Account-Based Ticketing

NEORide, the Council of Governments representing 29 transit agencies across seven states, together ...
30 Jan 2024, 14:00:00

Greater Lynchburg Transit Company Launches Next-Generation Mobile Ticketing Solution and Trip Planning with Masabi and the Transit app

Greater Lynchburg Transit Company (GLTC), the transit agency serving the City of Lynchburg and its ...
23 Jan 2024, 17:52:20

Ticketing Trends: Fare Payments-as-a-Service, Open Payments, and Account-Based Ticketing Accelerate

In a world where digital transformation, convenience, equity, and accessibility are paramount, ...
11 Jan 2024, 14:00:00

Saint John Transit Launches Cutting-Edge Mobile Ticketing Solution Powered by Masabi

Saint John Transit launched the first phase of a new digital fare payment system powered by Masabi. ...
18 Dec 2023, 14:00:00

Las Vegas’ RTC Launches Open Payments System-Wide

The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) and Masabi have launched a ...
12 Dec 2023, 14:00:00

EZfare Extends to West Virginia as Kanawha Valley Regional Transportation Authority (KRT) Launches Contactless Fare Payment Solution Powered by Masabi through the Transit app

West Virginia becomes fourth state, and KRT the 16th agency, to join the largest regional ticketing ...
20 Nov 2023, 14:00:00

Jackson Wyoming’s Southern Teton Area Rapid Transit (START) Launches Next-Generation Mobile Ticketing System with Transit App, Powered by Masabi

Transit agency for Jackson, WY launches contactless mobile ticketing solution enabling riders to ...
16 Nov 2023, 14:03:14

The Open Payment-First Approach to Upgrading Your Fare Payment Solution and Supporting All Rider Groups

Imagine being able to use the card or phone already in your pocket to effortlessly tap and ride ...
15 Nov 2023, 19:02:14

Proven to Increase Ridership: The Power of Monthly Fare Capping

In a recent report called ‘The app or the cap?’, published in the journal Transport Policy, ...
8 Nov 2023, 14:00:00

Knoxville Area Transit Launches Next-Generation Mobile Ticketing System with Transit App, Powered by Masabi

Agency launches contactless mobile ticketing solution with new onboard validation devices Knoxville ...
2 Nov 2023, 14:00:00

Halifax Transit Launches Cutting-Edge Mobile Ticketing Solution Powered by Masabi

The partnership gives riders unprecedented access to a more streamlined, modern and enjoyable ...
25 Oct 2023, 09:31:37

SkyBus Launches Open Payments Solution Powered by Masabi

Australia’s iconic SkyBus airport bus transfer service to enable passengers to simply tap their ...
16 Oct 2023, 18:16:06

Masabi and Worldpay from FIS Bring Open Payments Revolution to Public Transit

The collaboration delivers Fully-Certified, Pre-Integrated Contactless EMV payments solution, with ...
9 Oct 2023, 14:00:38

Masabi Launches 'Family Accounts' Allowing One Account Holder to Manage Funds for Multiple Adults and Children

Latest Account-Based Ticketing update designed to make life easier for riders and support agencies ...
6 Sept 2023, 14:03:22

Pittsburgh Regional Transit Deploys Mobile Ticketing and Validators Across Light Rail Powered by Masabi

Mobile ticketing now available systemwide September 6, 2023 – With the installation of mobile ...
31 Aug 2023, 17:34:58

Mountain Metropolitan Transit in Colorado Springs and Masabi Launch Next-Generation Account-Based Ticketing System

MMT Customers Can Access Contactless Payment Options Delivering Convenience, Fare Equity and ...
29 Aug 2023, 14:11:05

EZfare Account-Based Ticketing Roll-Out Adds Laketran and METRO, powered by Masabi

Agencies are the latest to benefit from improved rider experience and enhanced fare equity ...
18 Jul 2023, 14:05:32

Masabi and EZfare Begin Roll-Out of Regional Account-Based Ticketing System Covering 11 Transit Agencies

First agency to launch is PARTA, benefitting from a seamless rider experience and enhanced fare ...
6 Jul 2023, 14:05:01

A Summer of Seamless Travel: Fire Island Ferries Records 3,000 Scans in Just 13 Days after Introducing Masabi’s Justride Platform Validators.

Fire Island Ferries in New York is enhancing their passenger experience as they gear up for the ...
12 Jun 2023, 17:04:15

Why choose Masabi’s Open Platform to power your modular ticketing solution?

As an independent vendor (and one of only a very small number in the industry), Masabi is uniquely ...
26 May 2023, 10:38:34

Break Free from Closed Legacy Ticketing Systems with Modular Fare Payment Solutions

Hey there fellow transit enthusiast! Public transportation is the lifeblood of any city, but ...
22 May 2023, 18:18:38

The Benefits of Modular Ticketing Solutions for Public Transit

The public transportation fare collection industry has been dominated by a small number of legacy ...
18 May 2023, 13:23:13

Myth Busted: “Because We Want to Integrate CAD/AVL We Have to Buy Bespoke Fare Collection Systems”

Guest blog post by Ben Whitaker, Chief Evangelist and Co-Founder of Masabi. The transit industry ...
8 May 2023, 14:00:00

VIA Metropolitan Transit, Uber and Masabi Offer Transit Tickets Through Uber App

Uber Transit Ticketing, powered by Masabi’s Justride platform, provides seamless rider experience ...
4 May 2023, 10:10:31

National Express West Midlands introduces UK’s largest on-bus ticket scanning program

National Express West Midlands has introduced the UK’s largest on-bus ticket scanning system to ...
1 May 2023, 15:04:26

COTA Partners With Uber and Masabi to Integrate Transit Trip Options and Ticket Purchase in the Uber App

The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) today announced a partnership with Uber Technologies, ...