SEStran Real-Time Passenger Information Project

SEStran Overview– One of 7 RTPs in Scotland– Established 2005– Strategic Transport Planning

Authority– 8 Local Authorities– 1.5M Population– 28% of Scotland’s population– 10.5% of Scotland’s land area– £3.5m of additional investments

attracted– 11 Employees

Real-Time Passenger Information (RTPI) System• Over £5million system with over 350 buses fitted (First and

Stagecoach) [40% ERDF funded]

• Bus Investment Fund (BIF) from Transport Scotland BIF 1 – £1m for fitment of 101 buses with initial development of

software for small operators BIF 2 – £500k for 30 additional vehicles and further

development of software for small operators BIF 3 - £500k for Digital Signage in public buildings (schools,

leisure centres, hospitals etc.)

• Scottish Enterprise bid worth £500k still being considered

Current Fitment Schedule• SEStran is aiming to be able to accept scheduled data from all

smaller operators by this summer

• Stagecoach are currently rolling out their own AVL system which will be completed by the end of the year

• This update, will enable SEStran to accept Vehicle Monitoring (VM) feeds from smaller operators

• In addition, the entire First Group fleet in South-East Scotland will be fitted by the end of the year

Recent Achievement

Best Local Authority Public Transport Scheme 2014

The Initiative• Real Time Passenger Information (RTPI) – live

bus feeds for nearby stops.• Incorporate advertisements, newsfeeds,

weather feeds, etc.• LED digital TV (42” or 55”)• Small computer, HDMI cable & wireless keypad;• 3 year call-out warranty;

‘No Obligation’ Free Trial

• One month ‘no obligation’ free trial;• Customer feedback after trial completion;• Option to remove kit or continue with a 3 year

contract;• Annual fee charged after the first year;• Trial can take place using customer’s existing

TV screens.

Responsibility of EquipmentSEStran Customer

Equipment is provided free of charge. Customer is responsible for installation of the equipment.

Equipment is owned by SEStran throughout.

Responsibility & security of the equipment onsite lies with the consumer.

System is maintained by SEStran. Customer can manage their own content (e.g. advertisements/ newsfeeds).

Software issues controlled remotely (through our consultant WYG).

Customer supplies internet connection and power source.

Fees• No fee to pay in the first 12 months.• Second year onwards:– £250 p.a per screen;– £100 p.a per additional screen with identical

layouts;– £250 p.a per additional screen with different

layouts.

• Fee contributes to maintaining data feed not the physical equipment.

System• Designed by consultant WYG;• Screen run by Xibo Client;• Create specific layout with relevant logos;• Fixed region layout or revolving screen page;• Log-in page and handbook allows customer to

manage their on-screen content;• Ability to schedule display of content.

Royal Infirmary Edinburgh

SEStran Reception

Livingston Bus Interchange

Ingliston Park & Ride

Brunton Hall

Edinburgh College

Thank you

Website: http://bustrackersestran.co.uk/

Basic Mobile Website: http://bustrackersestran.co.uk/mobile