Transport Ticketing North America 2026

Serving 22 transit operators across the Bay Area, Clipper accommodates a highly diverse operating environment, including distance-based and flat fares, varying tap requirements, and distinct agency discounts. Delivering a single account-based system across that landscape depends as much on governance as on technology. This session will examine how MTC leverages a shared vision for fare collection to align decision-making and regional program delivery, while navigating the rider experience with the inherent complexities of a multi-operator transit ecosystem.