""We are excited to move forward with this new farebox project, which builds on a trusted, existing partnership with Scheidt & Bachmann," Jeffrey Devlin, Chief Innovation Officer at Pittsburgh Regional Transit, said. "The project supports cash-paying customers, advances equity for low-income riders, and ensures continuity in service as we introduce improved technology. The Board's unanimous recommendation demonstrates alignment around a solution that balances innovation, inclusion, and long-term collaboration.""
""We are honored to have been chosen by PRT to deliver their next-generation farebox system," Daniel Terryn, CEO of Scheidt & Bachmann USA, Inc., said. "PRT's commitment to inclusion and equity for all riders closely aligns with our vision of a world where everyone can move easily each day. We look forward to continuing our long-standing partnership with PRT and provide innovative technology solutions to the region.""
Scheidt & Bachmann USA was selected by Pittsburgh Regional Transit to provide a next-generation bus farebox following a competitive procurement. The solution will deploy new farebox hardware and supporting software designed to integrate with PRT's existing fare collection environment to modernize infrastructure while maintaining reliable, secure, and accessible service for riders. PRT emphasized support for cash-paying customers, increased equity for low-income riders, and continuity of service, with the Board issuing a unanimous recommendation focused on innovation, inclusion, and long-term collaboration. Scheidt & Bachmann cited decades of North American fare collection experience and will coordinate implementation timing with PRT governance.
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