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The Metropolitan Transport Authority (ZTM) has launched all of its ordered solar ticket machines. 132 devices have been integrated into the Transport GZM system and are now serving passengers in all 41 municipalities of the Upper Silesian-Zagłębie Metropolis. This is the largest solar ticket machine system in the country.

We successfully completed an undertaking never undertaken before in Poland. The scale of the project and the scope of work were enormous – from analysis covering, among other things, the device's location, through its connection to the sales system and configuration, to testing and commissioning. Thanks to this investment, Transport GZM tickets are even more accessible, and our passengers have gained easy-to-use devices that allow them to, among other things, purchase tickets and top up their accounts.

Key Advantages of Ticket Machines
According to ZTM, solutions that accommodate the needs of people with special needs and the availability of all tickets from the Transport GZM fare are the greatest advantages of the new machines.
Among the amenities dedicated to people with disabilities, the carefully considered placement of key components of the devices should be mentioned. Screens, coin slots, and payment card readers are all located at appropriate heights to ensure accessibility for wheelchair users and people of short stature. The transport operator has also taken care of people with visual impairments – the ticket machines offer a contrast mode.

An undoubted advantage of the machines is that they allow the purchase of all tickets from the Transport GZM tariff – both electronic and paper. Payments can also be made using various payment methods – cards, coins, BLIK, and funds accumulated in the Transport GZM system.

Measurable environmental impact. Up to a quarter of a million złoty in savings
The 132 machines are powered exclusively by solar energy. This is not only an environmental benefit but also a financial one, as ZTM will not bear the costs associated with electricity consumption. Estimating the savings is difficult, as it depends on many factors, including: Electricity prices and potential consumption levels, which in turn depend on the number of transactions performed on the devices and the payment types. However, it can be assumed that the annual cost of powering 132 devices from the electricity grid could be as much as PLN 250,000.

Mobility of the machines is a non-obvious advantage
ZTM also points out that one of the advantages of the ticket machines will be their mobility. Unlike stationary devices, their locations can be managed. In justified cases, the machines can be moved to another location according to passenger needs.

Project Summary
The new solar-powered machines are the largest ticketing system of their kind in Poland. They consist of 132 devices installed in all 41 municipalities of the Metropolis GZM. The total cost of purchasing the ticket machines and maintaining them for 10 years is approximately PLN 13 million, of which over PLN 4.7 million is co-financed by the government's Polish Deal fund under the strategic investment program. With the completion of this project, the ZTM ticket vending machine system consists of 240 devices (solar and stationary).

Production of eight hydrogen NesoBus buses for the Upper Silesian-Zagłębie Metropolis is underway. The vehicles are to be delivered to PKM Katowice and PKM Tychy by the end of November 2025. GZM representatives assessed the progress of the work during a visit to the PAK-PCE factory in Świdnik.

The visit took place on July 3. As confirmed by the manufacturer's representatives, the schedule is being kept and the assembly is proceeding smoothly.

NesoBus 12 is a modern, 12-meter bus powered by a hydrogen fuel cell. It can travel up to 450 kilometers on a single refueling, which takes about 15 minutes. The vehicle's design was created with zero-emission transport in mind.

PAK-PCE mainly uses Polish components and its own technologies. Only a few elements are imported.

The GZM route is already behind us, but that does not mean the end of holiday trips with Ikarus buses!

On the next weekends in July, buses W2 (July 5), W3 (July 6), W4 (July 12), W5 (July 13) and W6 (July 19) are waiting for you.

You can find the exact routes and departure times on our website:

Special holiday lines
Timetable

We remind you that holiday trips with Ikarus are free of charge.

Whether you're visiting Metrodisco, the airport, the historic depot, or taking a birdwatching tour – with Direction GZM, you'll get everywhere for free!

You don't have to worry about getting to your trips. Tomorrow, from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, on Saturday and Sunday, travel on all buses, trams, and trolleybuses will be free. Just generate your coupons and show them at the checkpoint.

Tomorrow's coupon is available here: https://bezplatneprzejazdy.transportgzm.pl/4ef68b8f-10d1...
For Saturday (June 28): https://bezplatneprzejazdy.transportgzm.pl/c1e46ead-d0c5...
And for Sunday (June 29): https://bezplatneprzejazdy.transportgzm.pl/84bf5f92-6377...

With the latest update of the Transport GZM application, we have introduced a number of improvements that aim to better adapt the tool to the needs of passengers. New functions make everyday use of public transport more convenient, more intuitive and adjusted to the reality on the route.

What's new?

Real departure time
From now on, you can check in real time how many minutes your bus or tram will depart from the stop - the data is updated in real time.

You can call up the virtual board in two ways: by selecting a stop from the map in the application or by scanning the QR code located in the lower right corner of the timetable at the stop.

Favorite stops
Add up to five stops to your favorites to have quick access to virtual departure boards - all in one place, without unnecessary clicking.

Ticket and discount notifications
The application will remind you of an expiring ticket and the approaching end of the discount. You no longer have to keep an eye on the deadlines - we will do it for you.

Departure reminders
Set a reminder to always leave home on time and not wait too long at the bus stop. Perfect for those who value punctuality and comfort.

We encourage you to update the app and use the new features.