Overview
Founded in 2015, the Smart Ticketing Alliance brings together transport authorities, operators, and policymakers to standardize and advance seamless travel experiences. STA focuses on innovations like Account-Based Ticketing, MaaS, and NFC ticketing to drive the future of mobility across Europe.
In the news
- One week to go until InnoTrans 2026. Next Tuesday, our Chairman Ralph Gambetta will take the stage at the Verband Deutscher Verkehrsunternehmen (VDV) joint stand in Berlin for a look at what is currently keeping the Smart Ticketing Alliance busy across Europe. 🗓️ Tuesday, 22 September, 11:30–12:00 📍 VDV joint stand, Hall 2.2, Stand 410 Ralph will share the latest news from the STA and give an overview of the topics and developments shaping our work across European smart ticketing. And there is no need to rush off
- Yesterday, colleagues from virtually every STA member organisation joined our Members Only Online Session on Account-Based Ticketing with bank cards. More about yesterday’s session, and a first look at what’s coming next 👇
- From ABT and national bank card schemes to the role of ERA in ticketing, the coming months will provide many opportunities for you to share your ideas and discuss interoperability with us and our community, both online and in person. Read our latest newsletter to find out what's coming up.
- On 1 September, we will bring together STA members for our next online event, which will focus on account-based ticketing with bank cards. What is the purpose of the tap, and what actually happens behind it? Does ABT change the payment process? What does this model mean for pricing, payment processing, and ultimately, the customer experience? The invitations have already been sent to all STA members. If you have not received yours, please get in touch with us as soon as possible. Not an STA member yet but would like to join our
- The second half of the year is set to be a busy period for the Smart Ticketing Alliance. We're already preparing for the months ahead, and we are pleased to announce the first three events after the summer break. 📅 September: - ABT with Bankcards: What's behind the tap? This is an exclusive online session for STA members. - Coffee with the Chair Ralph Gambetta at InnoTrans in Berlin. 📅 October: Budapest Smart Ticketing and Digital Services Forum, hosted by the Calypso Networks Association. There's plenty to look forward to,
- Before the summer break, we would like to take a look back at some of the highlights from the past couple of weeks. From conference discussions in Nuremberg to our latest members-only webinar, June has been a productive month for the Smart Ticketing Alliance. We are also delighted to welcome a new member to our growing community. Read more in our latest newsletter.
- Last call: Register now for our upcoming STA Members Session: We are delighted to announce that Blaz Pongracic, Senior Policy Adviser for Passenger Transport at CER (the Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies), will present CER's vision for ticketing and interoperability across Europe. The session will be moderated by Ralph Gambetta, Chair of the Smart Ticketing Alliance. If you are an STA member and have not yet registered, now is the time! Not a member? Join the Smart Ticketing Alliance to gain access to
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