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INIT Innovations In Transportation, Inc.

For more than 35 years, INIT has been assisting transit companies in making public transport more attractive, faster and more efficient.
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For more than 35 years, INIT has been assisting transit companies in making public transport more attractive, faster and more efficient.

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INIT Innovations in Transportation, Inc.
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The MOBILE-ITCS nextGen is a Transport Control System designed for modern fleet management.
Aug. 20, 2024
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PROXmobile3
INIT’s PROXmobile3 provides the same convenience of digital payment when paying for public transit.
Aug. 22, 2023
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PROXgo provides an all-in-one mobile solution for quick inspections and validations of closed- and open-loop cards.
Aug. 17, 2021
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INIT’s PROXmobil3 is a modern, flexible and secure contactless fare validator.
Sept. 24, 2020
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DEPARTURESlive from INIT is an app that shows real-time departure information for individual stops, making it easier to find the nearest stop through augmented reality. The transit rider can track journey progress, see connection information and see the real-time departure information for the stops they’re at.
For quite some time, Init has provided its clients with an app for mobile passenger information, DEPARTURESlive, available on Android and iOS.
March 10, 2018
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MOBILEvario: EFM Revenue Processing and Account Management Solution
The various functions of EFM back-end software are not limited to fare management or financial settlement. Account-based systems require customer relationship management, best...
Feb. 10, 2018
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A powerful back office system is essential for modern ticketing systems.
The system operates stand-alone, but can be integrated seamlessly into the Intermodal Transport Control System (ITCS).
June 15, 2017
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PROXmobil3 Passenger Terminal.
Init’s full range of fare collection and revenue management solutions support all your tasks and allow you to take full economic advantage of an integrated fare management and...
Feb. 10, 2017
INIT's Intermodal Transport Control System (MOBILE-ITCS) is the next generation of Computer Aided Dispatch / Automatic Vehicle Location technology with state-of-the-art fleet ...
April 6, 2010
INIT's Passenger Information Displays offer high-performance LEDs or TFT screens to keep passengers on time.
April 6, 2010

Press Releases

NMI
NMI partners with INIT to enhance the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System's contactless payments.
With this partnership, passengers benefit from enhanced convenience and safety with contactless tap on/tap off fare payments.
Sept. 19, 2024
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INIT to supply cloud-based charging management solution using CarMedialab technologies for MTA.
In partnership with NYPA and Guth Deconzo Construction Management, the project aims to transform four depots across New York with charge management technology for the city's ...
Sept. 11, 2024
King County Metro
King County Metro, INIT partnership works to improve electric fleet management with CarMedialab technology.
This partnership will help to achieve real-time vehicle health monitoring, enabling proactive maintenance, reduced downtime and enhanced service reliability.
Aug. 13, 2024
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INIT President & CEO Roland Staib.
Staib has served as a leader in the North American market for more than 20 years.
Aug. 9, 2024
MARTA
MARTA has selected INIT to provide an automated fare collection system.
With INIT's AFC 2.0, MARTA will be able further optimize operations and increase farebox recovery.
Jan. 30, 2024
OCTA
OCTA has selected INIT to develop rider validation system for OC Bus System.
The five-year, $11.6-million contract has the goal of enhancing the passenger experience, optimizing the fare payment process and ensuring flexibility to accommodate evolving ...
Oct. 26, 2023
MARTA
The MARTA Board of Directors have awarded a contract to INIT for a new fare collection system.
The new automated fare system, AFC 2.0, will be deployed over a five-year period and will allow for multiple methods of payment, including debit and credit cards and mobile wallets...
Oct. 13, 2023
Located at booth 3543, INIT will feature demonstrations of new technology solutions and live Q&A sessions.
Oct. 3, 2023
Spokane Transit Authority
Spokane Transit Authority has implemented a way for customers to pay their fares with contactless debit and credit card payments in collaboration with INIT.
The STA will be utilizing INIT's real-time fare validators located onboard STA buses to give passengers the option to pay with their debit and credit cards.
Aug. 15, 2023
Clark County Public Transit Benefit Area (C-TRAN)
Clark County Public Transit Benefit Area (C-TRAN) has tasked CarMedialab, an INIT company, to deliver efficiency-boosting software solutions for its electric vehicle fleet.
CarMedialab’s MOBILEcharge charge management system will optimize the C-TRAN's charging process between the electric vehicles and the energy grid.
Aug. 8, 2023

Videos

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The Intermodal Transport Control System from INIT delivers exceptional performance for fleet monitoring, schedule adherence and incident management.
July 6, 2017
INIT Fare Collection Study
Published on Jun 13, 2014 Sacramento, California; Austin, Texas; Portland, Oregon - these cities are taking fare collection in public transit to the next level. Mobile ticketing...
March 5, 2015

Resources

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The United States has become the global epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic, with over 4.5 million1 confirmed cases.
Aug. 12, 2020
In the Suncoast region of Florida, the Regional Working Group (RWG) sets new standards when it comes to inventive ideas. RWG set out to implement a region-wide, Electronic Fare...
May 4, 2018
Capital District Transit Authority (CDTA) partnered with INIT to modernize an Intelligent Transportation Management System (ITMS) that has been in place since 2015. CDTA) provides...
Feb. 20, 2018
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Moving to the next level of Real-Time Passenger Information, public transportation agencies must first consider how to create the technical and organizational preconditions. This...
Sept. 11, 2014

Blogs

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As transit agencies make the shift towards MaaS, the mobility chain must be integrated, this means that agencies need to consider reliable and accurate planning data.
Sept. 12, 2018
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A central charging management system is required to meet the challenges of electromobility for parallel, controlled and automated charging processes in the depot., linking vehicles, charging points, power supply and operational information systems.
In addition to technical and operational requirements, financial aspects must also be considered to enable the entire fleet to be charged efficiently.
April 25, 2018

News

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A Sound Transit rail vehicle sits at a station.
Riders will now be able to tap into transit with contactless payment cards or mobile wallets for simplified boarding.
March 11, 2026
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A Better Breeze Card.
MARTA’s Breeze system will be getting updated and modernized fare cards and tickets, faregates, validators, fareboxes, vending machines and mobile app throughout project phases...
Oct. 30, 2025
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A WeGo bus traverses a city street.
The upgrade adds the option for riders to pay with contactless payment cards and smart devices.
Sept. 24, 2025

Articles

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HDR has appointed Cameron Schaefer, P.E., its transportation technology director. STV has promoted Marcos Díaz González to president of the company’s Transportation Northeast operating group, John Ponzio to executive vice president of STV’s Centers of Excellence and has brought on Garo Hovnanian as executive vice president of advisory services. INIT has brought on a new leadership to its executive board. Forest River Transit will be led by co-CEOs and a chief financial officer, following the passing of founder and CEO Pete Liegl in November.
Personnel updates throughout the public transit industry.
Jan. 10, 2025
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Denver RTD extends contract with Masabi and has launched a TSP project with INIT/Mattersoft.
The agency is working to improve accessibility and efficiency through an extension of its contract with Masabi and a new contract with Mattersoft for a Traffic Signal Priority...
June 18, 2024
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HART, PSTA and The Bus implemented open loop contactless payments using Visa's global urban mobility framework in February 2023.
By embracing open payments, implementing equity-based fares and keeping a focus on connecting riders, transit agencies are setting new standards of what creative contactless payment...
April 18, 2023
City and County of Honolulu
An adult HOLO card in a rider's hand.
TheBus will continue to honor valid passes, one-way tickets and cash on board, as well as HOLO cards, which now come with fare capping features.
July 6, 2021
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ADL electric buses in New Zealand.
Updates from Alexander Dennis, Keolis, INIT, Stadler and Alstom.
June 2, 2021
Long Island Rail Road
LIRR is one of several providers to share vehicle occupancy information with riders.
Sharing crowding levels on transit vehicles empowers riders to make informed decisions about their trips now and will continue to add value to the rider experience beyond the ...
Sept. 24, 2020
Proterra
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Planning and scheduling of electric fleets shouldn’t be an art form; more tools are coming online to help transit providers optimize their zero emission programs.
Aug. 14, 2019
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Fare capping relieves the rider of having to figure out the “right” fare, provides peace of mind that they are not paying too much, and delivers an equitable option to riders....
July 8, 2019
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The Mobile-Eco2 monitors bus operating information and couples it with driver information to provide transit agencies with a holistic look at data and why events are occurring.
Init has launched its new vehicle health and driver behavior system to improve transit systems.Bill McFarland, director of sales engineering for Init, said the Mobile-Eco2 monitors...
Nov. 26, 2018
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MOBILE-ITCS provides a warning if the remaining range or the charge level of an electric vehicle falls below a set threshold.
“Ready for e-mobility” was the theme for Init’s showcase at InnoTrans 2018.
Sept. 20, 2018

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A Wave card and fare reader.
As an additional option to Wave cards and cash fares, riders can now use physical credit or debit cards and digital cards stored in their mobile wallets to pay for transit.
April 26, 2023
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The agency has tapped INIT with an order for Ticket Vending Machines (TVM) and EMV-capable fare validators.
Nov. 15, 2022
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URpass was developed to assist small and mid-sized agencies to offer mobile ticketing in a modular and cost-effective manner.
Oct. 6, 2022
Spokane Transit Authority
Spokane worked with INIT to launch its Connect fare system on Oct. 1.
The Connect fare system will improve the customer experience by delivering real-time account management, facilitating new payment options, maintaining customer data security and...
Oct. 4, 2022
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INIT VENDstations will be installed at 10 OCTA streetcar stations in Orange County, Calif.
The TVMs will be installed at 10 streetcar stations in Orange County.
July 20, 2022
INIT’s validator, PROXmobile3 and back-office software, MOBILEvario, will now be available to California’s small to mid-size transit agencies.
March 31, 2022
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RIPTA intends to demonstrate how the use of technologies like Wave can enhance transit services and increase ridership.
March 30, 2022
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One of GoRaleigh's electric buses; the agency will utilize a smart charge management solution from INIT.
The agency will use INIT's MOBILEcharge to manage charging, service and maintenance of its new electric fleet.
Nov. 30, 2021
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The new solutions aim to help transit agencies solver their operational challenges.
Oct. 26, 2021
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INIT’s technology will help the agency ensure a secure and scalable system for the future.
April 20, 2021
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INIT Mobility Software Solutions will better serve the current requirements of transport companies worldwide.
March 30, 2021
The seven-city region will benefit from smart fare payments.
Jan. 13, 2021