Reaffirming its commitment to driving digital transformation, SLT‑MOBITEL, the National ICT Solutions Provider, is powering the evolution of bus travel in Sri Lanka with a landmark initiative in powering smarter mobility as the digital platform provider of www.busticket.gov.lk .
The initiative reaffirms SLT‑MOBITEL’s vision of combining technology with service innovation to build a smarter, digitally connected public transport experience for all Sri Lankans. Integrating digital convenience with operational efficiency, SLT‑MOBITEL is actively helping reshape the country’s transport ecosystem for the future.
The Stakeholders Engagement & Recognition Event was held recently at Amari Colombo, with key figures from the transport ecosystem in attendance, strengthening collaboration, celebrating achievements, and exploring the future of digital bus ticketing.
The event was graced by Hon. (Dr.) Prasanna Gunasena, Deputy Minister, Transport. SLT‑MOBITEL Senior Management, alongside long-distance and highway bus operators, were also in attendance.
As the digital platform provider, SLT‑MOBITEL is amplifying the infrastructure of www.busticket.gov.lk , powering the platform to deliver a reliable, efficient, and accessible online bus experience for passengers while supporting data‑driven operations for transport authorities and bus operators.
The session featured platform performance highlights, success stories, the recognition of high‑performing operators, and demonstrations of new capabilities while exploring opportunities to further expand digital adoption among bus operators nationwide.
With initiatives such as the Bus Ticket Platform Stakeholders Engagement & Recognition Event and www.busticket.gov.lk platform underway, SLT‑MOBITEL continues to advance the infrastructure of Sri Lanka's bus travel, ensuring smarter and better-connected experiences for every passenger and operator on the road.
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