--- title: Transport for Wales chooses Optibus for planning their bus network using AI description: Transport for Wales will use Optibus' AI software to design its public transportation network for 52M annual bus passengers. image: https://blog.optibus.com/hubfs/Transport%20for%20Wales%20client%20announcement%20graphic%20-%20website%20(1399%20%C3%97%20839%20px)%20(1)%20(1).png --- [![optibus-logo-2019](https://blog.optibus.com/hs-fs/hubfs/optibus-logo-2019.png?width=180&height=49&name=optibus-logo-2019.png "optibus-logo-2019")](https://www.optibus.com/) [![optibus-dark-logo](https://blog.optibus.com/hubfs/optibus-dark-logo.svg "optibus-dark-logo")](https://www.optibus.com/) - Product - [Platform](https://www.optibus.com/product/platform/) - [Passenger Information](https://optibus.com/product/passenger-information/) - [Planning](https://www.optibus.com/product/planning/) - [Control & Monitoring](https://optibus.com/product/control/) - [MagicEye - Driver Safety](https://optibus.com/product/magic-eye/) - 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website (1399 × 839 px) (1) (1)](https://blog.optibus.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Transport%20for%20Wales%20client%20announcement%20graphic%20-%20website%20(1399%20%C3%97%20839%20px)%20(1)%20(1).png?width=1399&height=839&name=Transport%20for%20Wales%20client%20announcement%20graphic%20-%20website%20(1399%20%C3%97%20839%20px)%20(1)%20(1).png) The decision marks a significant milestone in TfW’s goal to increase the number of journeys made by active travel or public transport to 45% by 2040, as set out in the [2021 Wales Transport Strategy](https://www.gov.wales/llwybr-newydd-wales-transport-strategy-2021).  Optibus will play a leading role in digitising Wales' bus network, replacing traditional manual methods with powerful tools and capabilities, including artificial intelligence, optimisation algorithms, cloud computing, rapid scenario generation, and more. The ability to analyse demographic data alongside the route network will enable TfW to enhance service quality and make services more accessible, especially in areas that are reliant on public transport. ![Traws Cymru\_launch-37 (1) (1)](https://blog.optibus.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Traws%20Cymru_launch-37%20(1)%20(1).jpg?width=2048&height=1365&name=Traws%20Cymru_launch-37%20(1)%20(1).jpg) Lee Robinson, Development of Mid, North and Rural Wales Director at TfW said: “Working closely with our partners in local authorities and bus operators, Optibus will play a key role in helping us build a reliable, efficient, and sustainable bus network that serves passengers across Wales. The software’s ability to digitise the network and timetables quickly and test scenarios that result in the most effective operational decisions has been a revelation. We will be able to accurately model the delivery of the entire network in a single tool.” Optibus CEO and co-founder Amos Haggiag said: “It is an honour to be chosen as the planning and scheduling software for Transport for Wales, and to take part in this historical chapter for advancing public transportation in Wales.” Optibus is a leading provider of [route planning software and transportation scheduling software](https://www.optibus.com/product/scheduling/)for private sector transport operators in the UK, optimising the movement of over 70% of the buses across the country. ![In Optibus Planning product, agencies and cities can create optimal timetables that meet their business goals, as well as optimizing for on-time performance (OTP) and service level needs (4) (1)](https://blog.optibus.com/hs-fs/hubfs/In%20Optibus%20Planning%20product%2c%20agencies%20and%20cities%20can%20create%20optimal%20timetables%20that%20meet%20their%20business%20goals%2c%20as%20well%20as%20optimizing%20for%20on-time%20performance%20(OTP)%20and%20service%20level%20needs%20(4)%20(1).png?width=4000&height=2821&name=In%20Optibus%20Planning%20product%2c%20agencies%20and%20cities%20can%20create%20optimal%20timetables%20that%20meet%20their%20business%20goals%2c%20as%20well%20as%20optimizing%20for%20on-time%20performance%20(OTP)%20and%20service%20level%20needs%20(4)%20(1).png) *In Optibus' Planning product, agencies and cities can create optimal timetables that meet their business goals, as well as optimise for on-time performance (OTP) and service level needs.*   Further reading: - **[Case Study: How Stagecoach drives business growth using Optibus](https://www.optibus.com/case/how-stagecoach-drives-business-growth-using-optibus/)** - [Case Study: How First Bus uses technology to improve efficiency and services](https://www.optibus.com/case/how-first-bus-uses-technology-to-improve-efficiency-and-services/) - [eBook: 11 Tips & Tricks to Win More Transport Business](https://www.optibus.com/ebook/11-tips-tricks-to-win-more-transport-business/) - [Webinar: Creating Trust in Public Transportation: How Technology Can Positively Impact the Passenger Experience](https://www.optibus.com/resources/webinars/)   ![](https://blog.optibus.com/hubfs/new%20design%20blog/illustration.svg) ### Get transportation industry updates (But not too often, don't worry!) 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