SECAUCUS − New Jersey Transit announced a sweeping modernization of its fare collection system this week, introducing new digital payment options, fare gates and updated on-board equipment designed to make travel faster, safer and more convenient for customers.

President and CEO Kris Kolluri and Transit Police Chief Christopher Trucillo outlined the agency’s upcoming upgrades at an Oct. 9 press event.

Among the most visible changes are the nearly 8-foot-tall, camera-equipped fare gates that will first appear at Secaucus Junction and Newark Liberty International Airport stations.

The gates are designed to improve accessibility and strengthen fare enforcement. New Jersey Transit has placed an initial order of 72 gates, with pilot testing set for August 2026 and full deployment anticipat

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