Press Release
LOWELL, Mass. -- August 27, 2026 - Scheidt & Bachmann USA, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of global fare collection provider Scheidt & Bachmann GmbH, today announced it has been selected through a competitive procurement process by NEORide to provide cash farebox systems to its member agencies. NEORide is a regional council of governments representing 45 public transit agencies across 13 states.
The award reflects NEORide’s confidence in Scheidt & Bachmann’s ability to deliver reliable, scalable, and future-ready farebox systems that support the operational needs of a diverse network of transit agencies.
“We are pleased to offer Scheidt & Bachmann’s Farebox System to our members,” said Katherine Conrad, Executive Director of NEORide. “Selecting S&B through a competitive procurement ensures our agencies receive proven, dependable solutions that meet both current and future needs.”
“We are excited to begin this new partnership with NEORide and its member agencies,” said Daniel Terryn, CEO of Scheidt & Bachmann USA, Inc. “Each agency brings unique operational priorities and rider needs. Our proven farebox system is capable of supporting these needs with ease and efficiency while helping agencies sustain access for their cash-paying riders.”
Scheidt & Bachmann is honored to combine its proven farebox systems with NEORide’s collaborative model to deliver measurable value to member agencies.
Learn more about our farebox system here or read our latest farebox case study with Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) here.
About Scheidt & Bachmann Fare Collection Systems
Smart solutions for fare collection systems
Scheidt & Bachmann Fare Collection Systems is a leading provider of system solutions that make using public transport easy. In partnership with transport operators around the world, we are committed to making travel as pleasant and stress-free as possible for passengers. We combine the innovative products and services of our brand FareGo with the unique expertise of our international team. The result is reliable, intuitive, and forward-looking fare collection systems that help make sustainable mobility accessible to everyone.
About Scheidt & Bachmann Group
Scheidt & Bachmann is one of the international market leaders in innovative system solutions for mobile living. With our solutions, we support numerous transportation systems and thereby keep millions of people around the world on the move. We encounter Scheidt & Bachmann’s digital solutions almost every day: in parking garages, at gas stations or charging stations, on public transit, or when traveling by train. Our success as one of the global market leaders in our four business segments—Parking Solutions, Signaling Systems, Fare Collection Systems, and Energy Retail Solutions—is based on the strong commitment of our employees. We foster this motivation through diverse career opportunities, exciting projects, and flat hierarchies. We take it for granted that our employees have the freedom to develop and implement innovative ideas.
About NEORide
NEORide is a Council of Governments comprised of 45 public transit agencies in thirteen states that are committed to breaking down artificial boundaries, streamlining opportunities and making it easier for people to utilize public transportation. For more information please visit www.neoride.org.
