More cars, more congestion, more passenger frustration — and fewer workable solutions that don’t just slap on a fee and hope for the best.
We’ve seen the problem play out again and again: passengers ditching public transport and ride-hailing in favour of private cars, especially post-COVID.
The result? Kerbside chaos.
Some airports respond with drop-off charges. In the UK, they’re expected to bring in over £300 million this year. But in North America, that model doesn’t stick. And even in markets where it does, it rarely improves the passenger experience.
There’s a better way.
Enter Express Pass: a smarter, pre-booked access system that gives drivers a timed window to drop off or pick up for free. No paper tickets. No congestion. No angry travellers.
This is parking management software with a difference, designed specifically for high-volume airport parking operations.
We built Express Pass to:
✔ Ease kerbside pressure without punishing passengers
✔ Give airports more control over flow and usage
✔ Create new revenue opportunities through gentle overstays, not punitive fees
How it Works
- Easy exit: Same barcode gets you out. One and done.
- Book online: Passengers choose their terminal and entry time via the airport website. Returning users book in seconds; new users sign up in the flow.
- Scan to enter: They get a barcode. Scan it at the gate, the barrier lifts automatically.
- Free access window: Airports set the free time. Stay longer and a standard fee applies.
It’s already in use at major airports like Toronto Pearson and the results are clear:
- Usage is growing: More passengers are using pre-booking solutions for kerbside access year over year.
- Same-day bookings are rising: People want flexibility — and Express Pass delivers it.
- Overstays generate revenue: Many go over the free time, creating an easy, non-punitive revenue stream.
- Traffic flows better: No more ticket pulling or gate backups — just smoother operations.
The Bottom Line
Passengers don’t want surprises at the gate. Airports don’t want chaos at the kerb. Express Pass delivers a better way to manage ground access – one that works for both.
The best part? Express Pass isn’t just a system. It’s a mindset shift, from reactive management to proactive access control. Ready to stop managing kerbside with cones and frustration? Get in touch today.