Technology Zone
The latest developments in technology, that are increasingly shaping the European bus and coach industry, will play a central role at Euro Bus Expo 2008 within a dedicated Technology Zone which is fully integrated into the show for the first time.
The adoption of new technology – be it in improving the efficiency of vehicle operations or enhancing the passenger experience – has accelerated in recent years as bus and coach operators seek new ways of attracting and retaining passengers, differentiating their product offer, as well as reducing their cost base.
The Technology Zone has over 40 exhibitors, many of whom have previously exhibited at the “Transport Innovations” event that ran in parallel with the inaugural Euro Bus Expo show in 2006. Regular show attendees such as Almex, INIT, Omnibus and Wayfarer will be joined this year by many first time exhibitors, including BAE Systems.
As well as a broad spectrum of exhibiting companies, visitors will be able to keep up to date with latest technological advances with companies such as ITSOTM – the Integrated Transport Smartcard Organisation – which aims to facilitate the development of an interoperable smart environment.
There are also information systems and equipment, revenue collection systems, ticketing and mobile technology which are now mainstream components in the drive towards a more integrated approach to transport.
Technology Zone exhibitors will be highlighting a wide range of passenger orientated technologies, including real time journey planning, off-board ticketing, vending systems and interactive kiosks.
Operators will also have the opportunity to see up to the minute developments in fleet management, mobile telematics systems, on-line reservation systems, as well as the latest innovations in vehicle instrumentation, including devices that can monitor tyre pressures whilst a bus or coach is in service.
