en.Wedoany.com Reported - As the Centennial Cable Car project in Santiago, Chile, enters its operational countdown and station construction nears completion, the Centennial Cable Car concessionaire has reached an agreement with technology company SONDA to deploy a cloud-based electronic toll collection system.
The Pay solution provided by SONDA will offer cable car users a fast and reliable payment experience, aligning with current urban mobility standards, aiming to enhance system interoperability and reduce passenger boarding times.
In addition to providing the toll collection software, SONDA will also be responsible for installing access control equipment, including high-capacity turnstiles capable of handling over 3,000 people per hour, gates designed for individuals with reduced mobility, self-service kiosks at station ticket offices, and devices for recharging the Centennial Cable Car card.
Javier Larenas, General Manager of SONDA Chile, stated that this service reflects the company's experience in electronic toll collection solutions for public transport and its ability to operate critical platforms under high-demand environments. He noted that introducing a cloud-based toll collection system enables more flexible operations, real-time monitoring, and efficient service management, which is crucial for modern transportation infrastructure.
Gonzalo Garfias, General Manager of the Centennial Cable Car, stated that the project represents a major advancement for mobility in Santiago, connecting key areas of the city through a modern, efficient, and sustainable transport system. He explained that the cable car can transport up to 3,000 people per hour per direction, with cabins carrying 10 passengers departing every 12 seconds, operating at a speed of 21 km/h, completing the entire journey in just 13 minutes. He mentioned that this scale of operation is unprecedented in Chile, necessitating toll collection and access control technology solutions that ensure smooth, agile, and safe use for all users.
The project also plans to install access control equipment at stations, along with specially adapted access bridges for individuals with reduced mobility, reinforcing the cable car's commitment to inclusivity and barrier-free access.
According to the project schedule, the Centennial Cable Car is planned to begin trial operations in August this year, with public operations expected to commence between the end of this year and early 2027.
The Centennial Cable Car is Chile's first urban cable car transport system, developed under a concession model by the Ministry of Public Works. The project will connect the districts of Providencia, Las Condes, Vitacura, and Huechuraba, running along the San Carlos Canal corridor through Ciudad Empresarial and crossing the Santiago Metropolitan Park. The route spans approximately 3.4 kilometers, with a travel time of about 13 minutes, significantly reducing travel times in one of the capital's most congested areas.
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