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Victoria trials real-time occupancy data on public transport

By Justin Hendry on Oct 7, 2020 12:07PM
Victoria trials real-time occupancy data on public transport

Sensors to feed commuters crowding estimates for physical distancing.

Victoria has begun trialling predictive modelling technology and passenger counting sensors on its public transport network that will give commuters real-time data on crowding.

The trial began on Tuesday, with a small group of around 50 public transport users expected to participate in the first phase across Melbourne trains and several bus routes.

It coincides with a redesign of the state’s PTV app that delivers more personalised functionality and VoiceOver and TalkBack capabilities for blind and low-vision passengers.

The Department of Transport said the trial will give passengers real-time information about "how busy their train, station or bus is” to help them comply with physical distancing.

The occupancy data will be collected by passenger counting sensors and predictive modelling technology, although the department did not elaborate on the technology involved.

Myki smartcard ticketing system operator NTT data, as well Telstra Purple, Consat Telematics and Sage Technology are reportedly the four private technology providers involved in the trial.

Similar technology is already used in NSW to show real-time seat availability on Waratah trains, allowing passengers to pre-empt possible crowding. 

Occupancy is calculated using carriage weight data that flows to Sydney Trains from in-built sensors under the axle of each train.

Data thresholds were altered earlier this year to allow commuters to practice physical distancing on carriages.

Victoria’s occupancy data trial is expected to expand in the coming months if the first phase is successful.

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By Justin Hendry
Oct 7 2020
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