Entries by erikpolus@ecabs.com.mt

Living Our Values at eCabs Technologies

At eCabs Technologies, our values are more than just words on a wall; they define who we are, how we work, and where we’re headed. As we continue to innovate and evolve, our core principles remain the foundation of our success. They guide our decisions, shape our culture, and ensure that we stay true to […]

Matthew Bezzina at Meet-the-Cab 2025: Driving Taxi Industry Innovation

A look at Matthew Bezzina’s insights on adapting to change, leveraging technology, and driving the future of the taxi industry at Meet-the-Cab 2025 in Vienna. At the Meet-the-Cab 2025 conference in Vienna, Matthew Bezzina, CEO of eCabs Technologies, delivered a compelling message to legacy taxi operators: the future belongs to those who embrace change and […]

Drink-driving crackdown exposes Italy’s need for transport innovation

Italy needs to embrace the tech revolution to improve its transport options A recent drink-driving crackdown in Italy has exposed how the country’s outdated taxi system needs to embrace new tech.    A few weeks ago, the Italian government rolled out massive fines aimed at tackling drink-driving.   While the harsh penalties—up to €6,000 per driver—proved effective […]

Guida in stato di ebbrezza: l’Italia ha bisogno di innovazione nei trasporti

L’Italia deve abbracciare la rivoluzione tecnologica per migliorare le sue opzioni di trasporto.  Una recente stretta sulla guida in stato di ebbrezza in Italia ha messo in luce come il sistema di taxi obsoleto del paese debba evolversi e adottare nuove tecnologie.  Alcune settimane fa, il governo italiano ha introdotto multe salatissime per combattere la […]

How Auto Businesses Can Thrive in a Changing Industry 

The Case for Diversification The European car industry is under siege. Once the pride of the continent, it is now facing a two-pronged assault: declining demand and rising competition. Chinese automakers like BYD and MG are capitalising on economies of scale, cutting-edge technology, and aggressive pricing to dominate markets. In Norway, where EV adoption is […]

How UX is Shaping the Future of European Ride-hailing

eCabs Technologies’ UX/UI Designer Kristen Jim shares how seamless experiences move people and businesses forward. Ride-hailing apps have transformed the way we travel, making transportation more accessible, convenient, and efficient. In Malta, eCabs, Bolt, and Uber have made their mark, but the key to staying ahead in this competitive landscape is offering a seamless user […]

Will Europe compete in the global ride-hailing revolution?

The case for digitisation and deregulation In just five years, shared mobility services, including ride-hailing, are projected to account for over 10% of urban trips, signaling a multi-billion-euro opportunity for economic growth and the chance to tackle urban challenges like traffic congestion and pollution. Yet, the future of Europe’s mobility market stands at a crossroads: […]

Europe’s shared mobility market is growing 20% annually, to reach €200 billion by 2030 – Uber and co. want it all

How will legacy operators fight back? If you operate a taxi business or association today, this is what the likes of Uber and other ride-hailing giants don’t want you to know: the combined taxi and ride-hailing sectors are growing 20% every single year. And, by 2030, Europe’s shared mobility market is projected to generate €200 […]

eCabs Technologies CEO tells UN body of ‘sandboxing’ opportunities in Malta

Matthew Bezzina spoke at the recent Global Innovation Forum. Malta presents the perfect sandbox to test tech start ups, but scaling internationally is where the real challenge begins, eCabs Technologies CEO Matthew Bezzina told a United Nations event. Speaking at the Global Innovation Forum last month, Bezzina weighed in on the complexities of scaling a […]

Behind the code: innovative minds, seamless rides

Explore the story, challenges, and solutions ‘behind the code’ with eCabs Technologies’ Backend Team Lead, Burak Aykan Ürer. What are the main responsibilities of a backend developer in your team? Working in backend development at eCabs, I focus on designing, developing, and maintaining our server-side logic and databases. I write clean, efficient, and reusable code to ensure […]