Projects
![Solar-powered digital bus information arrives in Newcastle](https://ncleus.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/go-northe-east-digital-bus-info-scaled-e1630075074150-400x284.jpg)
Solar-powered digital bus information arrives in Newcastle
'E-ink' and live talking bus stop information displays installed in Newcastle.
![Smart traffic corridor](https://ncleus.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/heavy-traffic-nominated_t20_ro9R3w-400x284.jpg)
Smart traffic corridor
Newcastle leading the way in using digital technology to tackle congestion.
![Research to understand the spread of COVID-19 on public transport](https://ncleus.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/black-millennial-man-in-trench-coat-red-hat-wearing-face-mask-as-protection-against-covid-19-flu_t20_WgBRmX-400x284.jpg)
Research to understand the spread of COVID-19 on public transport
TRACK (Transport Risk Assessment for Covid Knowledge) is a multidisciplinary project designed to address knowledge gaps around COVID-19 transmission on public transport.
![Citywide rollout of cashless parking payment services](https://ncleus.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/customer-paying-with-nfc-technology-on-parking-sys-FEULF96-scaled-e1625815534276-400x284.jpg)
Citywide rollout of cashless parking payment services
The Council needed to determine the most effective combination of cashless solutions for off-street and on-street parking locations.
![E-scooter trial to reduce congestion and improve air quality](https://ncleus.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/eScooters-400x284.jpg)
E-scooter trial to reduce congestion and improve air quality
To reduce congestion, 250 scooters will be available for hire in locations across the city.
![Smart parking sensors at Newcastle Helix](https://ncleus.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/cars-parked-on-street-in-european-city-in-sunny-su-2021-04-03-03-57-38-utc-400x284.jpg)
Smart parking sensors at Newcastle Helix
Parking sensors and re-designation of parking bays around the Helix will generate additional revenue and improve parking availability throughout the area.
![Paperless parking permits](https://ncleus.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/close-up-woman-hands-using-mobile-phone-communication-or-online-application-standing-near-car-on-city_t20_G0RezE-400x284.jpg)
Paperless parking permits
Newcastle's solution to improve service efficiency and customer service for approximately 35,000 residential and commercial parking permits.
![Electric buses in Newcastle and Gateshead](https://ncleus.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/closeup-of-electric-bus-of-public-transport-at-the-charging-station_t20_VWJj9w-400x284.jpg)
Electric buses in Newcastle and Gateshead
Capable of all-day service with a single overnight charge, Voltra electric buses have entered service.
![Co-designing the future of the Metro](https://ncleus.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Tyne__Wear_Metro_Train_at_Newcastle_Airport_Station_geograph_5893096-400x284.jpg)
Co-designing the future of the Metro
Research generated through Metro Futures informed a successful £362m bid to the Department for Transport for a fleet of new Tyne and Wear Metro trains.
![ANPR cameras mounted on e-bikes for parking enforcement](https://ncleus.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/ANPR-patrol-Westinster-400x284.png)
ANPR cameras mounted on e-bikes for parking enforcement
Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology enables officers to cover beats more efficiently.
![Electrifying the Council’s fleet](https://ncleus.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Electric-car-400x284.jpg)
Electrifying the Council’s fleet
Newcastle City Council needed to finalise plans for a six-year fleet renewal programme.
![Mobile data integration for efficient parking enforcement](https://ncleus.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/car-park-entrance-DL2JSU4-scaled-e1625774409459-400x284.jpg)
Mobile data integration for efficient parking enforcement
Newcastle City Council trialled new ticket machines, allowing motorists to pay by card for car parking sessions at two city-centre, multi-storey car parks.
![Virtual taxi rank concept to reduce congestion](https://ncleus.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/typical-black-london-cab-in-city-streets-traditionally-taxi-cabs-are-all-black-in-london-but-now_t20_yXQNLR-400x284.jpg)
Virtual taxi rank concept to reduce congestion
With fewer taxi parking spaces and the creation of a Clean Air Zone, the virtual taxi rank is an innovative alternative using new technologies.