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Transit Payments US 2026
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Why Transit Payments US 2026 is worth your attention
Transit Payments US 2026
Every year, transit agencies, fare collection leaders, payment technology providers, financial institutions and mobility innovators come together at Transit Payments US, also known as the Contactless Payments for Transit US Conference. The 2026 edition returns to explore how North American public transportation is accelerating the shift toward open-loop payments, digital wallets, account-based ticketing and integrated mobility solutions.
Why Attend Transit Payments US 2026?
As public transportation agencies across the United States accelerate the adoption of open-loop payments, digital wallets and account-based ticketing, this conference has become the go-to platform for understanding the latest developments, implementation strategies and best practices shaping the next generation of transit payments. Attendees leave with actionable insights into improving passenger convenience, boosting operational efficiency, protecting revenue and enhancing the overall customer experience through innovative payment technologies.
Key Topics Covered
- Open-loop and contactless payments: bank cards (debit, credit, EMV) and mobile payments for transit
- Account-Based Ticketing (ABT): moving from card-centric to account-centric fare systems
- Digital wallets and mobile ticketing: driving convenience and adoption
- Mobility as a Service (MaaS): integrated, multimodal journey experiences
- Automated Fare Collection (AFC) modernisation strategies
- Revenue protection and fraud prevention through data and analytics
- Passenger experience and operational efficiency improvements
- Implementation roadmaps and lessons learned from agencies across North America
Who Should Attend?
- Transit agencies and public transportation authorities
- Fare collection and ticketing technology leaders
- Payment technology providers and fintechs
- Financial institutions and card networks
- System integrators and mobility innovators
- Consultants and industry analysts focused on North American transit
- A Key Gathering for North America’s Transit Industry
Transit Payments US brings together the full ecosystem shaping the future of fare payments across the region, from major metropolitan transit authorities to the technology providers building the next generation of ticketing infrastructure. With North American agencies increasingly moving away from legacy stored-value systems toward flexible, cloud-based and account-based models, the 2026 edition arrives at a pivotal moment for the industry, offering a rare opportunity to benchmark strategies against peers and connect directly with solution providers.
How to Register
Seats for this conference are limited to ensure high-quality interactions between attendees. To view the full programme, confirmed speakers and secure your place, visit the official event page:
👉 Register for Transit Payments US 2026
FAQ
Where does Transit Payments US 2026 take place? The conference will be held at the Marines’ Memorial Club & Hotel in San Francisco.
What are the dates of the 2026 edition? The event runs from October 21 to 22, 2026.
Who should attend this conference? Transit agencies, fare collection and payment technology providers, financial institutions, system integrators and mobility innovators across North America.
What topics does the conference cover? Open-loop payments, account-based ticketing, digital wallets, mobile ticketing, MaaS, revenue protection and the modernisation of fare collection systems.
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