Entries by erikpolus@ecabs.com.mt

Modern Taxi Software Needs Modern Taxi Operators

Taxi software evolves quickly. The real challenge is evolving with it. After a recent strategy session with one of Europe’s leading taxi operators, one thing became clear: the biggest hurdle to transformation is not just the software. It is the shift in mindset that must come with it. Legacy taxi dispatch systems have real technical […]

Divide & Conquer: Uber & Bolt Are Fragmenting the Taxi Industry 

What looks like market competition is really a long game of fragmentation, and the platforms are winning. Fresh from the European Radio Taxi Association (ERTA) annual gathering in Amsterdam, one thing is painfully clear: Europe’s taxi and Private Hire Vehicle (PHV) sectors remain fragmented, and that fragmentation is no accident. Uber and Bolt are not […]

Insights from ERTA 2025: A Sector at a Crossroads

As platforms consolidate power, Europe’s taxi industry must decide: compete together, or fall apart alone. Earlier this month, our CEO Matthew Bezzina was invited to speak at the European Taxi Radio Association (ERTA) annual conference, a closed-door forum for taxi operators across Europe. Representing eCabs Malta, powered by eCabs Technologies, Matthew joined industry peers for […]

A Smarter Way to Ride in the UK

A major milestone in our international journey, as we expand into the UK with our newest City Partner, Like a Ride. We’re proud to announce our official entry into the United Kingdom with the launch of our newest City Partner: Like a Ride, a Bristol-born, community-first ride-hailing operator. This marks the sixth European market where […]

Blue expands to Brașov with eCabs Technologies

The Romanian ride-hailing brand takes its next step in nationwide growth, powered by a platform built for multi-city scale. Blue, the Romanian ride-hailing service powered by eCabs Technologies, has launched operations in Brașov, expanding its footprint beyond Bucharest and accelerating its national growth plan. This latest launch marks another milestone for eCabs Technologies, whose platform […]

Celebrating 15 Years with a New Home

Commemorating our journey from local disruptor to global mobility leader with a bold new HQ. As eCabs Technologies marks its 15th anniversary, the company is celebrating more than just a milestone – it is ushering in a bold new chapter of growth, global expansion, and industry transformation. With its recent move to new offices in […]

Lyft Just Bought FREENOW – and a Stake in Europe’s Taxi Future.

Global players aren’t waiting to disrupt… they’re buying their way in. Lyft’s acquisition of FREENOW for €175 million is more than just another deal in the mobility space, it’s a strategic turning point that directly impacts the future of Europe’s taxi operators. For legacy fleets across the continent, this marks a clear signal: global players are […]

The Komodo Dragon, the Buffalo, & the €200B Ride-Hailing Feast

I was watching a documentary on National Geographic… A massive buffalo stands its ground: strong, dominant. Then out of nowhere, a komodo dragon approaches, bites once, and backs off. That’s all it needs. The wound festers. The buffalo’s blood thins. Within days it weakens, stumbles, and collapses. Then the dragon returns – with others – […]

Lamborghini Powered Growth Marketing

How strategic marketing activations drive engagement, brand awareness, and measurable growth in mobility. In the competitive world of mobility, organic engagement is critical in driving growth. At eCabs Technologies, we pride ourselves on fostering a network where city partners learn from each other’s successes, leveraging data-driven insights to continuously refine their marketing strategies. Our latest […]