Across the United States, transit agencies are under increasing pressure to modernize aging fare infrastructure while keeping costs under control. Legacy fareboxes, originally designed for a different era of mobility, are now expensive to maintain and limit operational flexibility. At the same time, passengers expect seamless, modern payment experiences across both cash and digital channels. As a result, many agencies are actively rethinking their payment infrastructure and moving toward more unified, flexible approaches.
Traditional fare collection setups often create more complexity than value. Agencies today typically face:
These challenges are accelerating the shift toward more modern, integrated fare solutions that simplify operations rather than add layers of infrastructure.
At PPTA Pennsylvania 2026, Matawan will present a simpler approach to fare modernization through its unified platform. With WanFare and WanPay, transit agencies can streamline both cash and digital payment flows within a single environment, reducing system complexity while improving operational control.
Key capabilities include:
This approach supports a transition toward more flexible and scalable transit payment models.
If you are attending PPTA 2026 in Lancaster, visit us at:
📍 Booth #29
📍 Lancaster Marriott
Our team will be offering short live demonstrations (5 minutes) to show how agencies can simplify and modernize their fare systems in practice.
No long presentations, just a clear, hands-on view of the solution in action.
Matawan’s approach is already supporting transit modernization initiatives across the U.S.
👉 In Conroe, a next-generation ticketing system will soon improve the rider experience by simplifying payment processes and enhancing usability.
👉 In Evansville, METS has decided to modernize its fare collection system to support both cash and digital payments, helping reduce friction for passengers while improving operational efficiency.
These deployments illustrate how agencies can evolve beyond legacy fare systems while maintaining continuity for both operators and riders.
Whether your agency is looking to:
👉 Visit us at Booth #29 to see how a more unified approach to transit payments can support your transformation goals. You can also book a demo of WanFare to explore your specific use case with our team.
