Fare Collection Case Study 

Transport for Wales (TfW) – Pioneering Barcode Validation and Seamless Rail Ticketing Across the Network

NEORide’s EZfare platform, in partnership with Masabi, has revolutionised fare payments, making transport more accessible, equitable, and seamless across multiple states. Since its launch in 2019, EZfare has expanded to serve 16 transport operators and authorities across Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, and West Virginia, providing passengers with modern and convenient ticketing options. Transport for Wales (TfW), a key player in the UK rail network, has been at the forefront of digital ticketing transformation. In partnership with Masabi and its ecosystem of solutions, TfW launched a barcode validation programme that addresses the modern challenges of secure, interoperable ticketing.

Key Highlights:

• - 12+ million barcode ticket scans processed by TfW in 2023
  - 1+ million barcodes scanned monthly
  - Powered by Masabi’s Inspect SDK and eTVD for real-time ticket validation