Trans Link Systems B.V.

Trans Link Systems B.V.

Translink is the connecting force behind the OV-chipkaart. What does that mean? Processing 2 billion transactions per year, for example. But much more besides. As we have now built up a wealth of experience, data and knowledge on contactless payment in public transport. So we are developing a variety of innovative, well thought-out services for customers and passengers, with a clear vision of the future.

TLS operates in a dynamic environment with a lot of stakeholders. Firstly, the national and regional public transport companies involved in the OV-chipkaart system. Of course passengers are also an important target group for us, represented by a range of advocacy groups. Public authorities and supervisory bodies are also important to us. Finally, we work with many different suppliers to ensure the OV-chipkaart system functions effectively.

We work with a wide range of companies. Public transport companies, distribution partners, mobility providers and service partners are all Participants in the OV-chipkaart system. But scientists, international schemes and financial institutions are also among our partners.

Trans Link Systems (TLS) was established to introduce and maintain the national OV-chipkaart system in the Netherlands. The principle was for all public transport companies in the Netherlands to be connected to the new system. The five largest public transport companies took the initiative to set up TLS.