Public transport authorities in 2026 require fare management systems that deliver account-based ticketing (ABT), contactless open payments, multimodal interoperability, and robust security to drive efficiency and ridership. Ridango’s standards-aligned ABT platform and distributed hardware setup meet these demands head-on, powering seamless operations from city validators to regional ticket machines and networks.
Core Fare Management Requirements for 2026
Authorities prioritise ABT platforms that centralise customer management, fare models, products, media, sales channels, device control, and reporting in one configurable environment. They also value an intuitive pay-as-you-go solution that speeds up boarding and delivers a best-in-class passenger experience across buses, trams, and rail—while reducing reliance on cash.
Finally, an ABT platform should be future-proof by aligning with proven standards: Transmodel ensuring different systems can work together seamlessly, ITxPT for interoperable, plug-and-play integration between on-board and back-office systems, and NeTEx for the structured exchange of routes, timetables, fares, and ticketing data across operators and authorities.
Ridango’s Modular ABT Solution
Ridango’s ABT platform includes modules like master data management, automated fare collection, and device manager, allowing authorities and operators to configure accounts, products, and all fare attributes in a simple way and independently from the vendor. Fully scalable from single-area to large multi-operator setups, it ensures auditability and future-proofing without legacy constraints.
Interoperability supports shared media across networks, cutting infrastructure costs and boosting revenues through lower evasion and cash handling. Benefits include efficient service via modern payment methods, safer transit with minimal contact, and enhanced customer experiences.
Hardware Setup
Ridango combines its software with hardware, made in-house or with trusted industry partners. Rather than having an all-in-one onboard device the Ridango onboard setup follows ITxPT standard guidelines and uses distributed equipment approach.
- Validators and Ticket Machines: Onboard fare validation and ticket purchase by contactless taps and media reading.
- Inspector Handheld Devices: Portable enforcement items with real-time inspection and offline capabilities.
- Driver Terminals: Provision of route and schedule information, secure driver log-on, real-time announcements, and full integration with on-board ticketing devices
This hardware-software synergy supports open payments and ABT across distributed networks, aligning with 2026’s contactless mandates.
Real-World Success and Recognition
Modern authorities want three outcomes at once: control, stability, and room to grow. Ridango’s approach speaks directly to that. It combines a modular ABT platform, full auditability, standards-based interoperability, device management, and an integrated set of field devices.
Among many customers across multiple continents Ridango powers Vilnius (Lithuania), Tallinn (Estonia), Kyiv (Ukraine), and multiple regions in Sweden, proving scalability in live environments. Recent accolades include the 2023 Transport Ticketing “Best Smart Ticketing Programme” for Kyiv’s resilient system and 2022 “Digital Champion” for Estonia-Finland cross-border ticketing.
Ready for 2026’s trends and requirements? Ridango equips authorities with ABT, open payments, and hardware for tomorrow’s public transport.
