Transport | Bus tracking application to feature additional functions

From the end of December, bus users will be able to check additional information about the bus network on their mobile devices, the Transport Bureau (DSAT) announced yesterday at a press conference.

The new functions will include an indication of bus occupancy load,  wheelchair-accessible buses, the opening hours of Macau’s three bridges, traffic levels across all districts, and A-level roads.

In the coming January, DSAT will launch a bus reporting application for WeChat, as well as an application for visually disabled passengers.

DSAT will also install electronic bus stop signboards at each bus stop, several of which will be solar powered. These signboards are expected to be put into service in the first quarter of next year.

According to DSAT, more than 278,000 users have already downloaded the bus tracking application. An average of 42,000 active users per day has been recorded.

DSAT said that launching new functions will enable application users to access more relevant information and notifications. The new functions are also expected to respond to the needs of different types of user groups.

Currently, a total of 20 buses have already installed an estimation system for the number of passengers. This system will allow passengers to determine the load of each bus. Therefore, passengers who are waiting for buses can consider alternatives if the approaching buses are at capacity. The rest of the bus fleet will soon be fitted with the estimation system.