INIT_OCTA Celebrate OC BUS Mobile Validator Launch in Orange County

Chesapeake/Orange County, February 2018

On Monday, February 12, the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) launched the system-wide e-fare project, OC BUS MOBILE.  OCTA’s modernization to e-fare started with a mobile ticketing app and the implementation of INIT fare validators on more than 530 fixed-route buses. With OC BUS MOBILE, riders can now scan a QR code from their smartphones on the INIT validators to pay for fares when boarding. 

INIT’s e-fare validators are fully capable of accepting open payments - contactless credit cards, debit EMV, and near-field communication devices, a goal that aligns with OCTA’s future plans. 

“We are proud to celebrate with OCTA the system-wide launch of their OC BUS MOBILE e-fare project,” says Eric Linxweiler, INIT’s Regional Director West. “By leveraging INIT’s leading technology, the new e-fare system will help OCTA better serve their customers and make riding even easier.” 

The e-fare system is expected to greatly improve the customer experience by providing a more convenient fare payment option for riders, simplifying transit use, and allowing for potential future regional fare integration. 

About OCTA

OCTA keeps people moving by reducing freeway congestion, improving safety and efficiency on local roads, providing bus service and regional multimodal connections, helping people find ways to leave their cars home, and providing safe, convenient transportation to those with special needs.