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British Columbia invest in Consat Telematics solution
We are happy to announce that the government of British Columbia, Canada has decided to invest in our Consat Telematis solution for phase two, meaning we will be able to implement our system all across BC:
“NextRide uses state-of-the art technology like Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) hardware and Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) software to improve data collection for public transit systems. This investment will enable the procurement of AVL hardware and CAD software for up to 638 buses within 21 regional transit systems across British Columbia. It will also enable improvements to public transit accessibility, with automatic voice annunciators and visual displays in buses for upcoming stops.
Expanding NextRide technology will ensure BC Transit’s conventional fleet is using one operational data solution while providing important information about current vehicle locations, schedule adherence, breakdowns, and other emergencies. It will also pass real-time location information to transit users through vehicle head signs, and mobile and third-party web-based applications.”
“Investing in modern technology and data solutions is a sure-fire way to improve the reliability and efficiency of public transit. Expanding NextRide technology across the province will encourage ridership by allowing British Columbians to plan their commute in real-time and track when their bus will arrive and depart. Our government remains committed to improving public transit infrastructure and building greener, more accessible, and better-connected communities.”
Patrick Weiler, Member of Parliament for West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities
The governments of Canada and British Columbia invest in NextRide technology - Canada.ca
