Irish visit spotlights Transit9 rollout at Canberra Metro
Transit9's partnership with Canberra Metro Operations was recognised during a visit to Canberra by Irish Minister Kevin "Boxer" Moran and Irish Ambassador to Australia Fiona Flood.
The visit marked the deployment of initial Transit9 modules at Canberra Metro Operations and the continued rollout of the wider platform across the light rail operator's business, with support from Enterprise Ireland.
Phased rollout
Canberra Metro Operations runs and maintains Canberra's light rail network, a core part of the city's public transport system. It is using Transit9 for permits and contractor management, while safety management is being introduced as part of a broader phased implementation.
As part of that rollout, the system links operational events, safety records and workforce data in real time, giving teams a more consistent operational view and reducing manual processes across the network.
The platform also integrates with the operator's existing systems, allowing issues to be tracked from identification through to resolution and supporting targeted actions such as additional training where needed.
The deployment reflects a staged approach as Canberra Metro Operations expands use of the platform across different operational areas. Early use has centred on permits and contractor management, with further safety-related functions being added as the rollout continues.
Operational impact
Meghan Oldfield, Chief Executive Officer of CMET, described the system as a tool for collaboration in a complex operating environment.
"CMET's purpose is to provide a safe and reliable light rail service for the Canberra community, which requires coordinated, confident decision-making in complex environments. Transit9 gives our teams a shared space to collaborate, helping us focus on transparency and readiness to successfully achieve our outcomes," said Meghan Oldfield, Chief Executive Officer, CMET.
For Transit9, the Canberra deployment forms part of its work with transport operators in the region. The company focuses on operational, safety and workforce management systems for the transport sector.
Keith MacHale, Chief Executive Officer of Transit9, said the ministerial and diplomatic visit recognised the work under way with the light rail operator.
"It was a real privilege to have the Ambassador and the Minister visit and recognise the work being delivered here with CMET," said Keith MacHale, Chief Executive Officer, Transit9.
"Enterprise Ireland has played a key role in supporting Transit9 as we expand internationally. That backing, along with the time given by the Ambassador and the Minister, means a great deal to the team," added MacHale.
"What CMET is building here is exactly what the industry needs: a connected operational environment where information flows properly between teams, reducing duplication, improving visibility and supporting safer, more efficient operations," added MacHale.
Industry link
The visit brought together representatives from Transit9 and Canberra Metro Operations, alongside the Irish minister, the ambassador and Enterprise Ireland. It highlighted the use of Irish transport software within an Australian public transport network.
Canberra Metro Operations said its objective remains the delivery of a safe and reliable light rail service for the city, with the technology intended to support coordination and oversight across its teams.