Source: New Zealand Transport Agency
The National Ticketing Solution (NTS) known as Motu Move, started its pilot of contactless payments yesterday on the Route 29 bus from Christchurch airport to the city
On that bus route, customers can now pay for adult non-concession fares with debit or credit cards or devices, alongside the existing Metrocard and cash payment options.
“We’re excited to have this key component of the Motu Move solution available for Route 29’s regular users and visitors to the city to try over the summer,” says NTS Executive Sponsor Yogesh Anand.
“The implementation of the first phase of Motu Move will start in Timaru and Temuka in early 2025 followed by Greater Christchurch. Customers will then be able to choose to use their debit or credit card, or a prepaid Motu Move card, and will be able to add fare concessions to any of those payment methods. “
Motu Move is scheduled to be live in all regions across New Zealand by the end of 2026.
More information about the rollout in Canterbury will be finalised soon, along with an updated schedule for subsequent regional rollouts.
For details on the Route 29 pilot and more information about Motu Move, go to:
