Schweinfurt goes IDBT: Switchio and Stadtwerke launch smart ticketing system

Schweinfurt goes IDBT
Schweinfurt goes IDBT

Following the successful implementation of ID-based ticketing projects in Freyung-Grafenau and Regensburg, Switchio is excited to announce the launch of a new project in Schweinfurt.

Transforming Public Transport in Schweinfurt

Schweinfurt is a Bavarian vibrant city with rich industrial heritage and a strong community spirit. Currently, public transport payments in Schweinfurt are mainly made using cash and pre-paid tickets, which can be cumbersome for passengers.

Mirko Hrnjak, Head of Public Transport and Vehicle Technology at Stadtwerke Schweinfurt, says: “Our partnerships with krauth Technology, Mastercard, and Switchio demonstrate our commitment to proven technologies. By switching to a fully contactless ticketing system, we are pioneering in Germany.”

Switchio’s innovative system is part of a broader effort by Stadtwerke Schweinfurt to modernize their public transport infrastructure, making it more efficient and user-friendly.

Fully contactless transport solution allows passengers in Schweinfurt to tap their bank cards on krauth validator kt 0345 with integrated EMV card reader to pay for fares, eliminating the need for cash or tariff knowledge.

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Modernizing Public Transport Payments

By adopting a completely cashless approach to ticket purchases, which includes card payments and mobile payments through an innovative Check-In/Check-Out system, passengers can enjoy the benefits of all common contactless payment methods.

This change aims to simplify the passenger experience and streamline the payment process.

EMV card reader

Our partnerships with krauth technology, Mastercard, and Switchio demonstrate our commitment to proven technologies. By switching to a fully contactless ticketing system, we are pioneering in Germany.

Mirko Hrnjak
Head of Public Transport and Vehicle Technology at Stadtwerke Schweinfurt

One Tap Activation

The project involves installing 134 terminals with Feig EMV card readers across all public transport vehicles in Schweinfurt. The system meets the needs of modern commuters, offering a seamless and user-friendly travel experience. Switchio continues to lead the way in transforming public transportation through innovative ticketing solutions.

Our ongoing projects in Germany are a testament to our commitment to enhancing passenger convenience and operational efficiency.

Project details

  • Location: Schweinfurt, Bavaria, Germany
  • Transit operator: Stadtwerke Schweinfurt GmbH
  • Hardware: krauth technology (validators) + Feig (EMV card readers)
  • Acquirer: Shift4
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