Entries by erikpolus@ecabs.com.mt

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revolution to improve its transport options A recent drink-driving crackdown in Italy has exposed how the country’s outdated taxi system needs to embrace new tech.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 […]

Want to relocate to Malta? eCabs Technologies can help!

Welcoming new team members from around the globe and helping them settle in is a priority for us at eCabs Technologies. Our Recruitment team is dedicated to ensuring all international hires transition smoothly, providing the support needed to settle comfortably and quickly into life and work in Malta. Relocation made easy Starting a new job […]

A passion for research and continuous development

eCabs Technologies Product Owner Stephanie Farrugia gives an insider’s perspective on how she and her team navigate the ever-changing landscape of the mobility sector and how her pivotal role allows her to indulge on her love of continuous development and research.   Can you provide an overview of your role as a Product Owner at eCabs […]