EPM Transport Solutions has, with the support of Literacy Capital, completed the acquisition of FabDigital to drive further digital transformation and enhanced communications in the UK rail industry.
This strategic acquisition sees EPM further strengthen its Rail Division, adding a new range of solutions alongside those already provided by leading transport software business 3Squared, also part of EPM.
FabDigital provides a range of high-quality software products that offer real time and accurate travel information in easy to navigate digital formats to Train Operating Companies across the UK. Its live timetabling and tracking application seamlessly integrates with clients’ websites, improving efficiency, streamlining customer communications and reducing administrative burdens.
Ian Churchill, CEO at EPM Transport Solutions, commented: “We are pleased to unveil the news of our acquisition of FabDigital. We have long admired FabDigital’s software solutions which will help build out the offering in our already successful rail division. We believe that this partnership will add a new element to our rail technology offering, strengthening our capabilities, enabling both businesses to expand their expertise and support the rail industry further in its mission to further digitalise and innovate.”
Rachael Woods, founder of FabDigital, said: “Our vision at FabDigital has always been to create intelligent tools for the industry, resulting in consistent, quality, customer focused journey information. Joining EPM Transport Solutions is an exciting opportunity for our business. Together we can share best practice, promote sustainability and accessibility, and build on our expertise as we continue to support digital transformation in the UK transport industry.”
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ABOUT EPM Transport Solutions
EPM Transport Solutions provides software and services to transport operators and local authorities to optimise their operations. EPM Transport Solutions trades through three distinct brands – EPM Bus Solutions (https://www.epm-bus.com/, @epm-bus-solutions), Omnibus Solutions (https://omnibus.solutions/,@omnibus-solutions) and 3Squared.
ABOUT 3SQUARED:
3Squared is a Sheffield-based rail software and solutions specialist, founded in 2002. Specialising in the development of mobile and web applications for major clients across the rail sector, delivering innovative and ground-breaking technological solutions that cater to a diverse range of operational and commercial challenges.
Website: www.3squared.com
Social: @3Squared
ABOUT FABDIGITAL:
FabDigital are passionate about the transport sector and have invested over 10 years research and development in timetable comparison tools. Their vision is to create a national industry web-based portal where all operators and stakeholders can access intelligent information tools for customers and colleagues. They believe in sharing best practice, promoting sustainability and reducing costs resulting in consistent, standardised, quality, customer-focused journey information.
Website: https://www.fabcomms.co.uk/index.php?page=fab-digital
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