Manchester, UK.
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is rolling out 320 new Real-Time Passenger Information (RTPI) displays, supplied and managed by Vix Technology. The project kicked off in December with the launch of a pilot at North Manchester General Hospital.
William Garratt, Project Manager at Vix Technology, said:
“The installation of the first display was an exciting moment, a vital step for the Bee Network towards smarter, passenger-focused mobility in the city region.”
The new displays will show live, accurate, and easy-to-read updates at bus stops, shelters, and interchanges, making it easier to plan and adapt journeys across the Bee Network. Designed to work in challenging environments, the estate will include durable outdoor screens, large indoor units, and energy efficient battery-powered signs.
Every display will be securely monitored and managed through Vix’s display management platform. The rollout will be completed in 2026, marking a major milestone in TfGM’s journey to build a fully integrated, accessible transport system.
Pictured: Paul Lewis, Sustainability Manager, NHS Group. Thom Drew, Customer Travel Information, TfGM. Matthew Wilks, Business Development Director UK&I, Vix. Graham Banks, Customer Travel Information Manager, TfGM. Will Garrett, Project Manager, Vix. Satish Patel, Project Manager.
This project is part of TfGM’s Improving Journeys programme, an initiative designed to make everyday travel smoother, safer, and more inclusive. To help achieve these goals, the displays provided by Vix include some with text-to-speech (TTS) functionality, which make information easily accessible for passengers with sight loss.
Matthew Wilks, Business Development Director at Vix, commented:
“Accessible real-time information is essential to an inclusive network. By embracing text-to-speech within the Bee Network, TfGM is helping remove barriers, enabling more people to travel independently and with confidence.”
Graham Banks, Travel Information Manager at TfGM, added:
“Delivering a world-class, integrated transport system for Greater Manchester means making travel easier, more reliable, and accessible for everyone. We're delighted to be rolling out real-time information displays at key locations in every part of Greater Manchester and at four interchanges.
“By providing live, clear updates we will help passengers to make informed choices and enjoy a smoother journey. I am delighted that we have partnered with Vix to deliver this next important step forward for our customers.”
Media contact: chloe.chan@vixtechnology.com