SAN DIEGO, Jan. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Cubic
Corporation (NYSE: CUB) today announced that its Cubic
Transportation Systems (CTS) business division has been
awarded a $4.5 million contract from
Foothill Transit to upgrade its bus fare collection system. The
program will add features and technology enhancements compatible
with upgrades being made by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan
Transportation Authority (Metro) for the TAP regional smart card
system.
"This is an exciting time to work with LA Metro and their
participating agencies to bring the system up to speed with current
and future fare collection technologies," said Matt Newsome, vice president and general
manager, Western Region, CTS.
"Advancing technology directly benefits our customers and our
communities," said Doran Barnes,
executive director of Foothill Transit. "Enhancing the customer
experience on board is a key priority and these upgrades are an
important step to achieving that."
Currently, Foothill Transit fareboxes accept cash and the
contactless LA Metro TAP cards. With the upgrade, the agency will
receive enhancements to driver terminals and real-time
wireless communications. Advanced smart card reader hardware and
software will enable the latest in smart card and mobile payment
technology, including the future TAP mobile app. Users of the TAP
mobile app will be able to buy Foothill Transit fare products, plan
trips and make mobile payments as they board.
Foothill Transit is one of 27 independent transit service
providers in the County of Los
Angeles that are members of the TAP network. It is the
first to take advantage of recent network investments and
infrastructure subsidies being offered by Metro to enable members
to take advantage of new TAP features.
The remaining network participants are expected to join in the
upgrades over the coming months.
About Cubic Corporation
Cubic is a technology-driven, market-leading provider of
integrated solutions that increase situational understanding for
transportation, defense C4ISR and training customers worldwide to
decrease urban congestion and improve the militaries' effectiveness
and operational readiness. Our teams innovate to make a
positive difference in people's lives. We simplify their daily
journeys. We promote mission success and safety for those who serve
their nation. For more information about Cubic, please visit
www.cubic.com or on Twitter @CubicCorp.
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