The vulnerabilities associated with the transition to becoming a cashless society are once again in the spotlight following an article published by the Financial Times, highlighting the precarious position of millions who rely on cash for their everyday transactions. The article, penned by consumer editor Claer Barrett, argues that while the allure of a sleek, […]
Parking payments app RingGo is under fire after drivers across the UK reported being charged more for using the service compared to traditional payment methods. The controversy surrounding the app, which operates in 17,000 locations and boasts 19 million users, has reignited a heated debate about the fairness and accessibility of digital parking solutions. A […]
Parking payment fraud is on the rise in the UK and across Europe, posing significant risks to motorists and car park operators alike. Over the last 12 months numerous reputable bodies such as the RAC, the consumer group Which?, and scores of UK local authorities have all highlighted concerns, whilst warning unsuspecting drivers that the […]
Parkex 2024 is just around the corner, marking the return of Europe’s must-attend parking event. Hosted annually by the British Parking Association (BPA), Parkex is the flagship conference and exhibition for the parking sector, attracting industry leaders, innovative suppliers, and parking professionals from across the continent who unite for two days of strategy, networking, and […]
In a promising step towards a more convenient, accessible, and customer-centric future for rail ticketing in Scotland, Cammax is delighted to reveal that our state-of-the-art Smart Rail Ticket Vending Machine (TVM) is currently being trialled by ScotRail: one of the UK’s leading Train Operating Companies (TOCs). Earlier this month our Smart Rail TVM, also known […]
Rail ticketing is once again firmly in the spotlight following recent research by Which? that claims passengers buying a ticket at train station vending machines risk paying up to twice as much as online. Consumer champion group Which? conducted a study by sending mystery shoppers to 15 stations, each managed by a different train operating […]
The use of cash has seen a resurgence in the UK after a decade-long decline, with 19% of purchases made using notes and coins last year, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC). Despite the emergence of digital payment options and the prevalence of card payments, the Consortium’s findings mirror similar results published by banking […]
In an era of rapidly advancing technology and shifting travel habits, the decline of paper magstripe tickets for rail travel is becoming more and more evident. Research conducted by the Rail Delivery Group (RDG) and leading train operating companies (TOCs) has revealed that before the pandemic, paper tickets accounted for a substantial 75% of all […]