Hull’s new smart city digital screens in the centre’s Paragon interchange, the transport hub providing rail, bus and coach services, are now operational following a period of testing.
Developed by IoT and smart city operator Connexin, the screens are said to be first of their kind in the city.
Paragon Interchange will now feature 42 LCD display 22-inch screens at each bus stand, with an additional seven 49-inch screens along the concourse of the station. The screens will display journey planning information for all bus services departing from the interchange.
According to the Hull-based company, the screens will enable bus passengers to plan their journeys as efficiently as possible, with real-time updates on bus arrival and departure times using smart technology.
Will Kebbell, chief technical officer at Connexin, said: “By putting in place these new systems and infrastructure we can better manage and process live data between the buses and interchange allowing passengers to be better informed to help them plan their journeys.
“With contingency systems also in place passengers can be rest assured that the screens will continue to run and display information, reducing disruptions and confusion around bus services during any unforeseen circumstances.”
Work on installing and testing the system began in April last year. Steve Adams, group manager business improvement and partnerships for Streetscene at Hull City Council, said: “I am delighted that we can finally switch on these screens.
“They are an integral part of our city’s transport hub and will allow residents and visitors to plan their journeys more effectively with the introduction of real-time updates.”
