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SINGAPORE: The SimplyGo platform will be expanded to include EZ-Link CePAS cards for adults, the Land Transportation Authority (LTA) said on Tuesday (September 1).
Launched in April last year, SimplyGo allows travelers to use contactless cards or mobile wallets to pay for public transportation.
Currently, more than 300,000 commute trips are paid for daily with SimplyGo via Mastercard, Visa and NETS Tap contactless cards.
More than 2,000 registered users of the EZ-Link mobile app have been invited to participate in the pilot, LTA said.
Other travelers interested in participating can indicate their interest via www.ezlink.com.sg/pilottrial, and shortlisted will receive an enhanced EZ-Link card at no additional charge during testing.
“The pilot test is a crucial first step for us as we seek to integrate our EZ-Link card with the SimplyGo platform through the enhanced EZ-Link card and app, for travelers to have a seamless travel experience. and improved services, “said EZ-Nicholas Lee, Link’s CEO.
The pilot is designed to gain insight into potential user experience enhancements before all EZ-Link adult cards can be upgraded to give cardholders the full range of benefits of transacting digitally.
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Travelers will be able to purchase enhanced EZ-Link cards next year, LTA said.
Enhanced EZ-Link cards will allow travelers to access their travel history and fare charges and submit fare reimbursement requests through the TL SimplyGo mobile app.
Travelers can also use the EZ-Link mobile app to add value to their cards and the card of another user, such as a family member, and earn reward points for every transaction made. Lost cards can also be blocked immediately through the app to prevent unauthorized use.
For commuters without access to mobile apps, services like refills will remain available at ticket vending machines and at TransitLink ticket offices.
