First Global Launches Mobile Payments at Toll Plazas in India

First Global Data (TSXV:FGD) is pleased to announce that it’s Indian subsidiary MSEWA Software Solution Private has entered into an agreement with Metro Infrasys Pvt to provide the mobile payment feature to Metro Intrasys’ “Highway Saathi™” mobile payment app. Highway Saathi™ is an integrated platform for multi-bank, multi-wallet transactions for toll tag recharge which ensures a smooth and hassle-free travel experience for highway travelers, so now they don’t have to wait in long queues at the toll plazas for their turn to pay.
As quoted in the press release:

Highway Saathi™ provides real-time information about :
Highway incidents and congestion hotspots, with reporting facilities.
Restricted speed limits.
Wayside amenities like food courts, hospitals, toll plazas, gas stations etc.
Highway conditions, with reporting facility.
Estimated journey time with directions to destination of choice.
Emergency services and SOS alerts.
Free vehicle tracking services for fleet owners.
Voice-based option for all reporting facilities. Customers speak their query into the phone and the app answers the question, be it the location of the nearest restaurant or gas station.

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