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CitySwift
Bus networks of all sizes use CitySwift’s Performance Optimisation Platform to solve problems with data. CitySwift’s insights, recommendations, and predictions help operators and transport authorities deliver efficient, reliable, and in-demand services.
ebblo, A Modaxo Company
ebblo helps public transport providers move confidently into the future. Their advanced ITCS solutions adapt as mobility evolves – powered by future-proof technologies and decades of experience. Together, they elevate passenger experiences and make transport systems smarter, greener, and ready for what’s next. The brand ebblo emerged from Trapeze Group in February 2026. ebblo is part of Modaxo, the global collective of people transportation technology companies within Constellation Software Inc. (TSX: CSU).
Optibus
Optibus is a cloud-native AI platform that brings much-needed innovation to the essential mobility mode at the heart of our cities: public transportation. Optibus leverages a robust combination of artificial intelligence, advanced optimization algorithms and distributed cloud computing to make public transportation smarter, better and more efficient – and ultimately nourish freedom of movement and sustainable cities.
Padam Mobility
Padam Mobility (now part of the Siemens Mobility family) designs and develops smart and dynamic Demand-Responsive Transport solutions using foolproof routing algorithms. Our mobile apps, simulation and management interfaces are tailored to the needs of our customers: Transit Operators, Transport and Local authorities, private companies, in the interest of users and territories.
Ridango
Ridango is a global public transport technology group founded in 2009, focusing on automated fare collection (“AFC”), real-time passenger information systems, automatic vehicle location tracking (“AVL”), and mobility-as-a-service (“MaaS”) technology. With the recent acquisition of uTrack, the group now provides agile tools for remote teams and frontline personnel, supporting operational excellence across some of the world’s most dynamic transit systems. The Ridango group partners with transport authorities and operators to improve the efficiency, accessibility, and sustainability of public transit for both customers and operators.
Spare
Spare believe in the power of innovative demand response transit to transform lives by connecting people to opportunities, communities, and essential services. They are on a mission is to make every ride possible, regardless of who you are or where you’re headed. By enabling agencies to provide modern microtransit and paratransit services with their AI-powered mobility operations platform and cloud-based software, Spare is reimagining the transportation landscape.
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM)
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is the local government body responsible for delivering Greater Manchester’s transport strategy and commitments. More than 5.6 million journeys are made across Greater Manchester’s transport network each day. It’s our job to do everything we can to keep the city-region moving and growing. This includes developing easier, smarter ways to travel and plan your journey by using data and technology.
Transport for London (TfL)
TfL are the integrated transport authority responsible for meeting Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan's strategy and commitments on transport in London. We run the day-to-day operation of the Capital's public transport network and manage London's main roads. Every day, we help millions of people to make journeys across London. Tech and data is essential: we’ve already used it to revolutionise travel payments and improve travel information, and third parties use our data to power apps and services vital to customer journeys.
Transport for the North (TfN)
We are England’s first Sub-national Transport Body. We were formed to transform the transport system across the North of England, providing the infrastructure needed to drive economic growth. As a partnership, we bring the North’s 20 local transport authorities and business leaders together with Network Rail, Highways England, and HS2 Ltd, and work with Central Government.
Transport for West Midlands (TfWM)
Transport is a key area the Mayor of the West Midlands, Andy Street, has powers and is a lead influence over on behalf of the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA). As a result Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) has been set up as part of the WMCA to co-ordinate investment to improve the region’s transport infrastructure and create a fully integrated, safe and secure network. It is also responsible for assessing and planning the region’s future transport needs so the network can meet the demands of businesses and a growing population.
Transport Scotland
Transport Scotland is the national transport agency for Scotland. Through the development of transport projects and policies we support our businesses, communities and services, connecting people across Scotland and beyond.
Velociti Solutions
In December 2024, established UK headquartered businesses EPM Bus Solutions, Omnibus Solutions, and 3Squared rebranded to Velociti Solutions and integrated operations, to better serve the bus and rail industry with innovative digital solutions and specialist consultancy services focussed on operational efficiency, safety and customer service excellence. With deep sector knowledge gained over the past 30 years, Velociti are trusted by transport authorities, bus operators and rail operators worldwide.
Arriva UK Bus/ArrivaClick
Arriva is developing a demand responsive transport strategy that strengthens the spine of public transport and uses digital innovation to initiate behavioural change in customers to modal shift. ArrivaClick is a DRT service operated by Arriva UK Bus and has been described as a “game changer” for the bus industry.
Modasti Consulting
Modasti Consulting provides consulting services in four fields of expertise: 1) Public Transport Strategies; 2) Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and Electric Buses; 3) Finance and Governance of public transport systems; 4) Integrated Risk Management for public transport systems.
National Express Group (NEG)
National Express Group is a leading public transport operator with bus, coach and rail services in the UK, Continental Europe, North Africa, North America and the Middle East. Passengers made 898 million journeys on our services in 2018. We utilise technology to raise customer and safety standards, drive efficiencies in our business and facilitate growth.
Nemi Mobility Solutions
Nemi is a tool which enables the operation of demand-responsive transport and makes mobility in low-density areas feasible. By deploying Nemi’s SaaS solutions, local authorities transform and develop their communities, transport operators optimise the use of their fleet whilst making more efficient and frequent trips and passengers benefit from a reliable, transparent and flexible public transport service.
SCP
SCP is a transportation planning and highway infrastructure consultancy which has been successfully delivering transport solutions to both private and public sector clients for over 30 years. SCP have worked on a diverse range of projects, planning applications, strategy development and detailed design schemes for clients ranging from Local Authorities to housebuilders, architects/town planners, food retailers, energy companies and many independent developers.
Sqills
Sqills is a public transport software technology company with more than two decades of experience in the bus and rail industry. Our focus is to deliver the best inventory, reservation, and ticketing software in the world.
WeMove
WeMove believe flexible, shared transport is the future. Their mission is to enable the shift away from single-occupancy car journeys by delivering smart, reliable alternatives through demand responsive transport and commuter services. They work with local councils, schools, business parks, and universities to help move people better - combining operational strength with purpose-built technology to make every journey more efficient, accessible, and sustainable. WeMove is now live in the UK, Germany, and the Middle East.
West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA)
The West Yorkshire Combined Authority is responsible for the £1 billion west Yorkshire Plus Transport Fund, and works closely with business in the region through the Leeds City Region LEP to ensure that business and the regional economy is at the heart of the decisions taken.
Integrated Transport Planning (ITP)
ITP is an award-winning, independent, sustainable transport planning consultancy. Our passionate and experienced team have been at the heart of the transport planning industry for the past 20 years. We work alongside our clients to develop strategies that encourage more people to walk. cycle, use public transport and car share.
Southeastern Railway
Southeastern runs train services into London from Kent and East Sussex, operating some 2016 trains a day, carrying more than 640,000 passengers each weekday, serving 180 stations and covering 1,094 miles of railway infrastructure. We provide high quality, customer-friendly digital channels for journey planning, ticket sales, travel information and on-train Wi Fi. Our smart ticketing product, The Key, unlocks the benefits of paperless travel.
Transport for Edinburgh (TfE)
Transport for Edinburgh provides integrated transport across Edinburgh. Combining our award winning bus operator, Lothian Buses with Edinburgh Trams Ltd, the operator of the tram service, Transport for Edinburgh’s vision is to provide a seamless and high quality transport choice for residents and visitors to our city.
Transport Research Institute – Edinburgh Napier University
The Transport Research Institute is Scotland's largest and longest established transport research group. Established in 1996 we have an enviable track record in delivering high quality transport research, consultancy and other knowledge transfer projects in applied settings.
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