The Optibus Blog

Thoughts about scheduling, planning, mass transit, technology, algorithms and more.

Designing Bus Networks for the UK’s Evolving Communities: Who Are You Planning For?

Who are you designing your bus network for? This really should be the first thing planners try to answer when they...

Smart Cities Start Here: The Role of Data and Visualization in Modern Public Transportation

As cities expand and populations increase, the complexity of transportation planning and management grows...

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Nigeria’s first AI-powered BRT system will be powered by Optibus and CapitalCore

The Lagos Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system will use optimization and automation to boost ridership, expand the fleet...

Optibus Honored with Copec WIND Ventures TailWIND Award: A New Milestone in Latin American Expansion

We are thrilled to announce that Optibus has been named one of the first-ever recipients of the Copec WIND Ventures...

Optibus moves into real-time operations in Europe with Datik acquisition

Acquisition to reimagine application of real-time data for passenger information, control and monitoring, safety, and...

Reflections from Early Regional Employees on a Decade of Impact at Optibus

Welcome to the third edition of our "A Decade of Impact Interview Series," celebrating Optibus' 10th anniversary. In...

Introducing Optibus Shuttles: Automatic, Dynamic Route Planning and Optimization

Optibus, a leading optimization software for public transportation planning and operations, is pushing the envelope on...

Greater Portland Metro selects Optibus and Equans for new intelligent transportation system (ITS)

Optibus, in collaboration with Equans, has been selected by the Greater Portland Transit District (GPTD), in Portland,...

GTFS-Flex Officially Adopted Into GTFS

A Landmark Achievement in Transit Data In a historic moment for the transit data world, GTFS-Flex—the extension that...

A Decade of Impact IV: Our People and Our Values

2024 marks a significant milestone for Optibus: our tenth anniversary as a company and a decade of commitment to...

The Future of Bus Services in the UK: Looking at Local Authority Power, Network Planning and Potential Changes Under a New Labour Government

Bus services are vital for local communities, connecting people to jobs, education, healthcare, and leisure activities....

Public Transportation in 2024: Innovating the Way We Move, Together

In a recent webinar titled "Public Transportation In 2024: Innovating The Way We Move, Together," a panel of experts...

Volvo Buses & Optibus Announce Strategic Partnership

Optibus, a leading software platform for planning and operating more efficient, sustainable public transportation...

Innovating Together: Christina Brinck on Volvo's Investment in Optibus

As Optibus celebrates its 10th anniversary, we delve into the strategic investment and collaboration with Volvo Group...