# Streamlined Transportation Payments Apple's Express Mode Launched for London Public Transportation By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-12-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/express-mode References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/12/02/tfl-apple-pay-express-transit/) & [apple](https://www.apple.com/uk/apple-pay/transport/) Apple's Express Mode is now available for anyone using London transportation services. This means that London residents are able to use Express Mode for busses, trams, and the underground. Express Mode allows users to simply tap a phone, or [Apple Watch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-digital-id), on a turnstile to access transportation. The new feature is compatible with [iPhone 6](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-filter-kit) and later models. Previously Apple Express Mode was available in other major cities including New York, Portland, Beijing, Shanghai and more. Overall Express Mode streamlines the [public transportation process](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloomington-transit) by offering a faster, more convenient way to pay. Integrating Apple devices with transportation services could entice consumers to purchase Apple devices. Additionally, the feature could alleviate some congestion in busy public transportation systems. Image Credit: Apple ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Seamless Transportation Payments:** The launch of Apple's Express Mode in London showcases the trend of streamlining transportation payments, providing a faster and more convenient way to pay for public transportation. - **Mobile Contactless Payment:** The integration of Express Mode with Apple devices demonstrates the trend of using mobile contactless payments to access transportation services, eliminating the need for physical cards or tickets. - **Expanding Express Mode:** The expansion of Express Mode to more cities globally highlights the trend of increased adoption of contactless payment solutions in the transportation industry. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Technology:** The implementation of Express Mode by Apple presents disruptive innovation opportunities for mobile technology companies to partner with transportation services and enhance the user experience. - **Public Transportation:** The integration of Express Mode presents disruptive innovation opportunities for public transportation companies to upgrade their payment systems and improve the efficiency of their services. - **Retail:** The rise of mobile contactless payments in transportation opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for retailers to create seamless experiences by accepting Apple Pay and other mobile payment methods. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [UK Contactless Pay Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tap-to-pay-1.md) - [Tap-to-Pay Smartphone Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-tap-to-pay.md) - [Contactless Payment Accepting Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tap-to-pay.md) - [Flexible Mobile Bank Payments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallet-express.md) - [Cross-Region Ticketing Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moovit-ticket-purchasing.md) - [Super App Transit Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paytm.md) - [Smartphone Passport ID Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-digital-id.md) - [Convenience-Focused Transportation Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transportation-apps.md) - [Contactless Merchant Payments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paypal-2.md)