Aurionpro Solutions Limited, an Indian technology firm, has secured a significant contract to implement its Automated Fare Collection (AFC) system for Egypt’s public transport network, marking a key expansion of its footprint in the Middle East and Africa.
The project will be executed by Aurionpro Transit Pte Ltd, the company’s Singapore based mobility arm, in partnership with global payments giant Mastercard. The collaboration aims to integrate Aurionpro’s transit technologies with Mastercard’s payment solutions to deliver a seamless, contactless fare collection system for Egyptian commuters.
Under the agreement, Aurionpro will lead the end-to-end deployment of the AFC system, including advanced validators, Mobile Data Terminals (MDTs), and an open-loop software solution integrated with Mastercard Payment Gateway Services. The initiative is part of a tri-party agreement between Mastercard, the National Bank of Egypt, and Mwasalat Misr Group, a major mass transit operator in Egypt.
The project seeks to modernise Egypt’s cash-dominated public transport fare system by enabling real-time digital payments, both onboard and through digital platforms. This aligns with Egypt’s Vision 2030 goal of transitioning to a cashless and digitally inclusive economy.
“We are proud to mark this strategic win as a reflection of our shared vision for the future of digital mobility with MasterCard. This win strengthens Aurionpro’s growing portfolio of AFC deployments across key global markets and reflects the Company’s commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and transforming urban mobility,” said Sanjay Bali, President and Global Head of Tech Innovation Group at Aurionpro Solutions.
The deployment is expected to enhance efficiency and convenience for commuters while supporting Egypt’s broader digital transformation agenda.
Chapin Flynn, Senior Vice President of Urban Mobility at Mastercard, said: “At MasterCard, we are committed to advancing urban mobility solutions that connect people to opportunity. Our partnership with Aurionpro to launch open-loop ticketing in Cairo across buses represents a significant step toward a more seamless and efficient public transport experience for all residents.”
