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Street ticketing trial launched in Manchester

24 October 2008
GMPTA’s Keith Whitmore and Mark Threapleton launch the trial
GMPTA’s Keith Whitmore and Mark Threapleton launch the trial

 

Stagecoach and GMPTE have teamed up to in Manchester to introduce on-street solar-powered ticket machines, produced by Parkeon, as part of a 12-month trial.

Around £80,000 is being invested in the project, which will make it even easier for customers to buy tickets in advance, speeding up boarding and helping services run on time.

Commenting on the trial, Mark Threapleton, Stagecoach Manchester’s managing director, said: “We have chosen some of the busiest bus stops in...

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