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Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Tourism corridors adopt QR receipts, inventory tags, and split payouts.

Population: 13,000
Businesses: 2,500

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QR Ticketing and Transparent Settlements for Water Transport

Issue QR tickets, weigh cargo, apply harbor dues, and split payouts between owner, captain, and crew. Works offline on remote routes with clear manifests.

0.5-1%
Processing Fee
$0
Monthly Cost
70%+
Savings
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Why Small Ferry Operators Choose PortalPay

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QR Ticketing

Sell and scan tickets by route and time. Reduce counterfeits and speed up boarding.

Boarding time down 40%
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Passenger Manifests

Auto-build manifests from ticket scans and confirm headcount before departure.

100% headcount visibility
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Cargo Weighing & Fees

Add per-kg surcharges and fragile handling fees with printed or digital receipts.

Leakage cut by 60%
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Harbor Dues & Safety Funds

Allocate a percentage to dues and safety gear funds automatically at settlement.

Predictable compliance

Fuel & Maintenance Reserve

Set reserve rules by route; reserves accrue transparently with statements.

No more surprise shortages
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Offline First

Operate without connectivity on water. Sync tickets and payments when back online.

100% route continuity

Calculate Your Savings

$1k$9k/month$100k
You Save with PortalPay
$2,190/year
(73% less than competitors)
Monthly Cost Breakdown
PortalPay$67.50/mo
0.5-1% processing, $0 monthly fee
Legacy Processor$340.00/mo
2.90% + $0.3 per transaction + $25/mo
Bank POS$267.00/mo
2.50% + $0.15 per transaction + $15/mo
Mobile Money$153.00/mo
1.50% + $0.1 per transaction
Annual with PortalPay
$810
Annual with Others
$3,000

Calculations based on industry averages. Actual savings may vary.

Real-World Examples

Morning Commuter Run

Issue QR tickets for the 7:00 route. Scan at boarding, auto-generate passenger manifest and headcount.

Example:

50 passengers board with QR scans; manifest locks at departure and is archived for audits.

Eliminates paper ticket fraud

Cargo Surcharge by Weight

Weigh sacks and crates; add per-kg surcharge and fragile handling fee with itemized receipts.

Example:

A 35kg crate adds a per-kg fee; receipt shows base fare + cargo + harbor dues line items.

Stops under-collection

Split Payouts with Dues

Define split rules for owner, captain, crew, and a harbor dues reserve. Settlement distributes instantly.

Example:

Owner 70%, captain 15%, crew pool 10%, harbor dues 5% reserve with monthly export for port authority.

Zero manual reconciliation

Everything Included Free

QR Ticketing

Create and scan tickets for scheduled routes and special sailings.

Usually $149/yr

Cargo & Dues

Itemize cargo surcharges and harbor dues with audit logs.

Usually $99/yr

Split Payouts

Automatic distribution to owner, captain, and crew.

Usually $120/yr

Offline Mode

Board and sell tickets without connectivity; sync later.

Usually $59/yr

Reports & Exports

CSV/JSON manifests and settlement statements.

Usually $49/yr

Get Started in Minutes

Setup Checklist for Small Ferry Operators

  • Create your routes and schedules in /admin
  • Set fare tables, cargo surcharges, and harbor dues
  • Define split rules for owner, captain, and crew
  • Print QR boarding posters and cashier tent cards
  • Enable offline mode for water routes
  • Connect wallet for settlement payouts
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do QR tickets work offline on the water?

Yes. Tickets can be sold and scanned offline. All events sync and reconcile when connectivity returns.

Can we track harbor dues and safety funds?

Define reserve rules for dues and safety gear. Reserves accrue per ticket and appear in statements.

How do crew payouts work?

Set split percentages for owner/captain/crew. Settlement distributes automatically with a clear statement.

Can we weigh cargo and charge per kg?

Yes. Add per-kg surcharges and optional handling fees. Receipts itemize every line for auditing.

Are small fares economical to process?

Fees are 0.5–1% with no monthly charges, ideal for low-cost commuter tickets and micro-surcharges.

What Small Ferry Operators Are Saying

"Boarding is faster and our manifests are always accurate. Harbor dues and crew splits happen automatically."

Marites D.
IslandLink Ferries – Cebu
Saved 67% on fees

"Cargo surcharge leaks disappeared once we itemized with QR receipts."

Hassan J.
Lake Passage – Mwanza

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