China has built a new train ticketing system that integrates several ticket-selling platforms from over 140 nations into an app. It is designed specifically for nations that are part of China's Belt and Road Initiative. The app will link and organize their platforms for selling tickets, according to Interesting Engineering.
Settlement is in Swiss francs
Instead of US dollars, the new ticketing system will use Swiss francs. Passengers have been able to use their mobile phones to order tickets from March 15. Laos is the first nation to join the platform.
The main servers that are in China can handle requests from travelers from all over the world in numerous languages. This new system was built on top of the international version of the country's domestic train ticket app, 12306.
200 Billion Travelers Every Day
The app was redesigned with the help from China's digital giants, with almost 700 million subscribers, which makes it the most widely used travel app in the country.
It uses open-source software built on Chinese-developed core technology with skilled engineers managing and maintaining the primary servers under extremely strict security controls.
As mentioned, Laos is the first nation to use the new ticketing system. Vietnam, Russia, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan may soon follow.
The technology lays the foundation for all countries to enable an intelligent ticketing platform for international transport.
The app can handle 200 billion travelers every day during local holidays, issuing over 1,500 tickets per second without glitch, as reported by South China Morning Post.
China's Train Ticketing System
China's train ticketing system is one of the most advanced and efficient in the world. The system handles millions of transactions every day, making it one of the largest ticketing systems globally. The system is operated by China Railway Corporation, which is responsible for managing the country's railway network.
The system uses a combination of online and offline channels to sell tickets, making it easy for passengers to purchase tickets. Passengers can buy tickets online through the official website or mobile app, or they can purchase tickets at railway stations or ticketing offices.
The system is also equipped with advanced security features, including facial recognition technology, to prevent fraud and ensure the safety of passengers. Facial recognition technology is used to verify the identity of passengers and to prevent ticket scalping.
The system also offers a range of services to passengers, including real-time train schedules, seat selection, and food delivery services. Passengers can also track their trains in real time using the system's mobile app, which provides up-to-date information on train delays and cancellations.
Overall, China's train ticketing system is a testament to the country's technological advancement and efficiency. The system has revolutionized the way people travel in China, making it easier and more convenient for passengers to purchase tickets and access information about their train journeys.
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