What is PD CEN/TS 16614-1 about?
NeTEx is a technical standard for exchanging public transport networks, scheduled and related data such as stops, routes timetables and fare information based on model V5.1, IFOPT and SIRI. PD CEN/TS 16614 series focuses on Network and Timetable Exchange (NeTEx) standards for public transport. PD CEN/TS 16614-1 specifies exchanges of public transport network topology exchange format between systems and organizations.
PD CEN/TS 16614-1 describes the technical specification as ‘NeTEx’. NeTEx provides you with a framework for specifying communications and data exchange protocols for those organizations are wishing to exchange scheduled information related to public transport operations.
PD CEN/TS 16614-2 supports the exchange of data for passenger information about public transport services and also for running automated vehicle monitoring systems (AVMS).
All mass public transport modes are taken into account by NeTEx, including train, bus, coach, metro, tramway, ferry, and their sub-modes. It is possible to describe airports and air journeys, but there has not been any specific consideration of any additional requirements that apply specifically to air transport.
Who is PD CEN/TS 16614-1 for?
PD CEN/TS 16614-1 on public transport network topology exchange format is useful for:
- Transport Information System developers
- Public transport operators and service providers
- Organizations involved in public transport operations
- Public transport data management systems
- IT engineers
Why should you use PD CEN/TS 16614-1?
Public transport services rely increasingly on information systems to ensure reliable, efficient operation and widely accessible, accurate passenger information. Transport information systems are used for purposes such as setting schedules and timetables, managing vehicle fleets, issuing tickets and receipts, providing real-time information on service running.
PD CEN/TS 16614-1 provides you with network topology models and the data for network design, analysis and organisation. NeTEx provides means to exchange the detailed network topology, including stop places, timing points, routes and journey patterns. PD CEN/TS 16614-1 enables you with an effective solution to many use cases for network topology exchange.
PD CEN/TS 16614-1 provides you guidance on technical specification through which you will be able to improve features of public transport information and service management. Interoperability – the technical specification will facilitate interoperability between information processing systems of the transport operators by introducing common architectures for message exchange, introducing a modular set of compatible information services for real-time vehicle information, using common data models and schemas for the messages exchanged for each service, and introducing a consistent approach to data management.
