Spanish technology firm Indra has landed an £870 million contract to run London's public transport ticketing and control systems, marking one of the largest tech deals in the capital's transport history.
The comprehensive agreement will see Indra manage the digital infrastructure that keeps London moving – from Oyster card systems used by millions of daily commuters to the control systems that coordinate trains, buses and other transport modes across the network.
Transport for London's decision to hand over such critical operations to the global technology company reflects its push to modernise services for the capital's 9 million residents and millions of annual visitors. The deal aims to improve reliability and efficiency across a transport system that handles over 5 billion passenger journeys each year.
Indra brings significant experience managing large-scale transport projects worldwide. The firm will maintain and potentially upgrade the complex digital systems that underpin one of the world's busiest urban transport networks – from fare collection to real-time operational adjustments that prevent delays and disruptions.
The long-term partnership signals TfL's commitment to keeping London's transport infrastructure at the cutting edge. It also highlights the growing dependence on sophisticated digital solutions to meet urban mobility demands, promising better service uptime and a more seamless travel experience for passengers navigating the capital.