‘Consistently ahead of the curve’: Australasian Bus & Coach feature highlights Consat Telematics’ role in public transportation innovation

“Consat Telematics is consistently ahead of the curve when it comes to bus and coach technology, having a finger on the pulse of emerging trends,” writes journalist Tiarna Condren in the April issue of Australasian Bus & Coach.

As the public transportation sector accelerates its transition toward cleaner, more intelligent operations, Consat Telematics is proud to be recognised for its role in enabling operators around the world, including in Australia, to successfully navigate the operational challenges of electromobility.

With over 34,000 vehicles equipped globally, including more than 2,500 electric buses, our technology plays a key role in supporting transport operators as they electrify their fleets and modernise operations.

“We were there from the start, working side-by-side with operators and agencies as they figured out how to run electric buses day to day,” says Adam Armstrong, Product Manager at Consat Telematics.
“We’ve spent years refining the technology to make day-to-day operations more efficient, reliable, and scalable.”

Empowering operators with data-driven tools

The article highlights several areas where Consat’s solutions are already delivering tangible value to public transportation authorities and private operators:

• Electric Bus Monitoring – Real-time insights into battery health, charging status, and route efficiency
• Smart Charging – Intelligent scheduling and prioritisation of vehicle charging based on operational needs, helping reduce costly peak energy usage
• Climate Pre-conditioning – Automated activation of HVAC systems while charging, ensuring thermal comfort from the start of each route without draining the battery
• Driver Coaching – Real-time and post-trip feedback to support energy-efficient, safe driving behaviours and reduce wear on vehicle systems
• Seamless System Integration – Ongoing collaboration with local and global bus manufacturers to ensure full compatibility across vehicle types and technology platforms

A growing footprint in Australia

Consat Telematics has been active in Australia since 2017 and today supports leading public transportation customers including Ventura Bus Lines, Transport for New South Wales, and Transport for Brisbane. Our adaptable, future-ready platform continues to evolve in line with regulatory, environmental, and operational demands across diverse markets.

“Operators know we deliver on what we promise,” Armstrong adds.
“We understand that public transport matters — and we’re here to make it better.”

Read the full article in Australasian Bus & Coach (Issue 452, April 2025):
https://issuu.com/primecreativemedia-2016/docs/australasian_bus_coach_issue_452_april_2025_/38