Abu Dhabi launches taxi booking service with Yango

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The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) of Abu Dhabi’s Department of Municipalities and Transport has launched a new taxi booking service in partnership with international ride-hailing platform Yango.

The collaboration is set to modernise public transportation in the emirate by offering advanced services through the Yango smart app.

Abdulla Al Marzouqi, Director General of ITC, noted the strategic importance of the initiative. “Offering taxi services through international apps like Yango enhances operational efficiency and streamlines ride bookings.

“This initiative links public and private taxis, as well as licensed private vehicles, to passengers via secure, approved platforms, aligning with the emirate’s sustainability goals by improving the overall efficiency of transportation systems,” he said.

Integrated Transport Centre (@ad_mobility) has launched new taxi booking services through the Yango mobile application, supporting efforts to enhance the availability of public transport and further advance the efficiency of taxi operations across the emirate. pic.twitter.com/Lul5LsIxPe

— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) September 17, 2024

Yango app supports multiple languages

The new service is designed to connect passengers with a range of vehicles through the Yango mobile app, which is available in multiple languages and offers features like real-time geolocation to facilitate faster ride bookings.

Islam Abdul Karim, general manager of Yango GCC, expressed optimism about the collaboration: “Together, we bring cutting-edge technology and world-class infrastructure to enhance urban mobility for both residents and tourists.”

The trial phase of the initiative saw over 300 taxis operating within Abu Dhabi, completing more than 8,000 trips in the past five months.

The app now has more than 1,500 taxis registered, and users can book rides via iOS or Android devices.

In addition to convenience, the service offers advanced safety features, including a secure system for tracking lost belongings in taxis.

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