CitySwift
The Irish big data company transforming commutes with eco-friendly solutions.
Founded in Galway in 2016 by Alan Farrelly and Brian O'Rourke, CitySwift is revolutionising public transportation with its intelligent transport data platform, fostering a future where efficiency and environmental stewardship roll together seamlessly to get you from Point A to B with a clean conscience.
Revolutionising urban transport
CitySwift's influence extends across major UK and Irish cities, from Dublin to London, Manchester and beyond. Their AI-powered platform optimises over 1 billion passenger journeys each year, transforming the chaos of urban transit into a harmonious flow.
By enhancing the precision of public transport operations, CitySwift not only eases traffic congestion but also reduces carbon emissions, helping cities to align more closely with environmental and sustainability goals.
Partnership with Bus Éireann
A hallmark of CitySwift's success is its recent partnership with Bus Éireann, Ireland’s national bus company. This collaboration promises to redefine bus networks in cities like Galway, Cork, and Limerick.
Using CitySwift’s advanced analytics, Bus Éireann can now adapt routes and schedules in real-time, offering passengers a more reliable and convenient service. This strategic move is key in encouraging people to choose public buses over private cars for a more eco-friendly mode of travel.
“We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Bus Éireann, which is a pivotal milestone in our journey towards revolutionising public transportation across Ireland by having access to quality data,” says CitySwift CEO Brian O’Rourke on the significance of the partnership.
“Bus Éireann is embracing innovation by utilising intelligent data to understand travel patterns and adapt the transport network based on these insights to meet passengers’ needs.”
Bus Éireann’s Chief Customer Officer, Allen Parker, echoes this enthusiasm: “CitySwift’s platform will allow us to gain a true understanding of network performance, resulting in an improved service for passengers. It is the platform’s offering and CitySwift’s expertise in bus networks that make them an ideal partner in driving innovation.”
Growing toward a greener future
CitySwift’s journey is one of continuous growth and innovation. The company recently opened its first UK office in London and secured additional partnerships, further solidifying its role in transforming global public transportation.
Their recent funding round, raising €7 million, marks another significant step towards scaling their impact globally.
Learn more about CitySwift on their website, or follow the journey on Instagram, X, Facebook, and LinkedIn.