Designed specifically for trams, but also buses — based on the popular TrainOptimizer® software:
The only interior layout analysis tool built on 400,000 real passenger observations — not theoretical models. Compare layout variants for dwell time and total capacity — to identify the most efficient one — within just 20 minutes.
Most vehicle designs are not efficient enough.
Due to their design, most vehicles require a longer dwell time and have a lower capacity than would otherwise be possible.
From layout to evidence in 20 minutes.
Design
Create a vehicle interior layout — seats, doorways, multipurpose areas and much more in just 20 minutes.
Configure
Set route type, travel purpose, and age/gender distribution packages.
Simulate
Run a simple average evaluation or a detailed passenger model. Results in a few seconds.
Compare
Review clear output metrics across layout variants — pick the winner with evidence you can cite.
Everything you need to make the case.
Online SaaS
No installation. No IT integration. Access from any browser.
Layout comparison
Benchmark layout A vs. B vs. C side by side.
Regional data packs
Passenger behaviour data specific to your market, as add-ons.
Travel purpose config
A dedicated commuter dataset is available; extensions as add-ons.
Two evaluation modes
Simple average for fast scoping or detailed model for procurement.
Tender-ready output
Expert opinions that meet the evidentiary standard for tender submission.
Two metrics. Every decision covered.
Total capacity
Information on total capacity, including standing passengers, based on actual data or as specified in the standard.
Dwell time analysis
Average passenger boarding and deboarding and total time per door per stop — direct comparisons between different variants for a given number of passengers and travel purposes.
Upgrade
Additional features from the list of features included in the TrainOptimizer®-Software can be activated for an extra charge.
Your market. Your passengers.
Regional data packages reflect the actual behaviour of passengers on your specific routes — not European averages. Available as licence add-ons.
Standard dataset
Pan-European passenger behaviour data based on 400,000+ observations across 10+ countries. Covers boarding flows.
Additional data and features from the list of features included in the TrainOptimizer®-Software can be activated for an extra charge.
Custom dataset
netwiss develops custom data packages tailored to specific markets, route types or operators. Contact us to discuss scope and methodology.
Talk to us about a custom packWould you like a little more?
Do you need an analysis of luggage carriage and stowage on trams, specific data sets, would you like to use your tram as an airport shuttle, or do you have other requirements? It is possible to unlock optional features and data from the TrainOptimizer®-Software version for an additional fee. Just ask us.
Test your knowledge
Using trains as a basis, test your knowledge of passenger behaviour and vehicle efficiency.
Full-licence holders save 50% on consulting.
That's 25+ years of empirical research applied to your specific vehicle, route and tender — layout review, expert opinions and procurement support.
If you hold a TrainOptimizer®-Software licence, you'll pay half price. If you have a different or no licence at all, you'll pay the standard price, but you'll still receive the same high-quality advice.
Lectures, tutorials and software walkthroughs.
Free video library covering the TramOptimizer methodology, software workflow, and real-world examples.
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Talk to our experts about tram and light-rail layout optimisation.