Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram has announced the introduction of a pilot for the next phase of a new, modern smart ticketing system on the Merseyrail network.
The phase includes the implementation of contactless payment technology utilising bank cards and smart devices, representing a crucial step in the delivery of a fully integrated travel system.
First launched in the summer; Tap & Go has thus far been available to those in possession of a MetroCard, with the new pilot seeking to introduce contactless bank cards and digital wallet payments into to the mix.
Merseyrail has now begun running a pilot of smart tickets, inviting members of the public to be amongst the first to try the new technology.
Mayor Steve Rotheram said:As someone who uses our trains every day, I know just how much easier Tap & Go has made life for passengers. It means no more early-morning queues, guaranteed best-value fares, and a smoother journey from start to finish.
This smart ticketing pilot takes us another step closer to delivering the modern, 21st-century transport network our residents deserve – and I’m really looking forward to seeing the new system fully rolled out in the new year.
