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High-tech scheme for Lyon metro
Travellers on the Lyon underground will be able to get real-time transport information on their mobiles
TRAVELLERS on the Lyon underground will be able to get real-time transport information on their mobiles via Bluetooth from September.
Sound or text messages will give updates about issues like waiting times, disruption or safety alerts.
Lyon firm Embedia works the scheme via a downloadable application and transmitters in stations.