Dubai has once again revolutionized urban mobility, this time by dramatically expanding its digital ride-hailing capabilities. In a landmark partnership, Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) and Kabi by Al Ghurair have merged their fleets onto popular e-hailing platforms, creating a consolidated pool of nearly 10,000 taxis all accessible through just a few taps on your smartphone. This move promises to transform how residents and visitors navigate the city, from early morning airport rides to late-night journeys along the vibrant JBR strip.
The strategic alliance between DTC and Kabi unites 6,200 taxis from DTC with 3,680 from Kabi, effectively integrating them on the widely-used Bolt app and the UAE’s homegrown Zed app. By combining their fleets on these digital platforms, both companies are addressing key mobility challenges: ensuring wider coverage across the emirate, reducing wait times for passengers, and enhancing the accessibility and ease of hailing taxis via mobile devices. This seamless integration also means any new taxis added to either fleet will automatically become part of this joint network, ensuring continuous growth without requiring additional administrative steps.
Delving deeper into the companies behind this mega-merge, Dubai Taxi Company is a flagship brand operating under the Roads & Transport Authority (RTA). With a focus on modernization, DTC has already embraced digital transformation by partnering with apps like Bolt, introducing cashless payments, and rolling out eco-friendly vehicles. Kabi, previously known as Cars Taxi and now rebranded under the Al Ghurair group, is on a similar trajectory of modernization. With nearly 3,700 vehicles, Kabi has refreshed its brand to align with Dubai’s evolving mobility landscape, and its collaboration with Zed positions it as a tech-savvy operator ready to compete in the digital ride-hailing space.
For riders, the most tangible benefits are faster pickups, broader availability, and enhanced convenience. The combined fleet, almost 10,000 strong, increases the visible supply of taxis, particularly useful during peak demand times, major events, and at key locations like Dubai International Airport and popular tourist spots. This bigger pool is designed to cut down waiting periods and reduce frustrating “no cars nearby” notifications. Drivers stand to gain from steadier demand and improved operational efficiency, as the apps optimize trip assignments across the larger fleet, minimizing idle time between rides and potentially boosting earnings.
This fleet integration also aligns perfectly with Dubai’s broader smart-mobility vision. The Roads & Transport Authority has a clear mandate to move 80% of taxi journeys onto e-hailing platforms as part of its urban digitization goals. The DTC-Kabi partnership fast-tracks this by placing a large number of regulated taxis within the apps that riders already trust. It also complements DTC’s ambitious 2025-2029 strategy, which encompasses digital service expansion, sustainability initiatives, and new mobility solutions. Meanwhile, Kabi’s rebranding and partnership underscore its intent to position itself as a modern, reliable, and technologically advanced player in Dubai’s competitive taxi market.
Ultimately, this initiative is designed to enhance the daily mobility experience for all Dubai residents and visitors. Whether you’re enjoying the city’s nightlife, managing family transportation, or traveling during the busy tourist season, the convenience of nearly 10,000 taxis a tap away makes urban travel smoother and more reliable. This development not only raises the bar for ride-hailing service quality but also underscores Dubai’s commitment to leveraging smart technology for seamless, efficient urban transport. So next time you book a ride, remember: a vast network of taxis is working behind the scenes to ensure your journey is just a tap away.
