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What's On
5 days ago
- Business
- What's On
Dubai taxi usage surges in 2025, outpacing last year's demand
Are you always hailing a cab to take you around the city? Well, you're not the only one, Dubai taxis are getting more and more popular in recent years and in the first half of 2025, the total number of taxi trips was 59.5 million, which has grown from 55.7 million in 2024. The sector in general has grown 7% in the first half of 2025 compared to this time last year. The number of passengers has also gone up with 103.5 million in 2025, a rise from 97 million last year. Hala in particular has seen steady growth, the companies market share has increased from 40.3% last year, to 41.3%. Don't worry though, you shouldn't be waiting any longer for a Hala taxi, service efficiency has improved and the number of taxis on the road has also increased. This year there are nearly 14,000 taxi drivers on the Dubai roads, which has gone up a whopping thousand since last year. Adel Shakri, Director of Planning and Business Development at the Public Transport Agency, Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), said: 'The comparative figures for H1 2025 underscore the emirate's economic vibrancy, which has cemented its position as a global destination for investment and tourism.' Shakri concluded: 'Service efficiency likewise improved: in H1 2024, approximately 70% of Hala Taxi trips recorded an estimated vehicle arrival time of under four minutes; in H1 2025, about 74% of trips were under 3.5 minutes.' What is a Hala Taxi? Hala is a greeting in Arabic that can mean 'hello' or 'welcome' so it's a fitting name to have for taxis in Dubai. They were founded in 2019 as a collaboration between Careem and RTA (Roads and Transport Authority). You can easily book your ride through the Careem App and there is real-time tracking so you can see exactly where your taxi is and when it's on the way to you. There are also other options to make sure you get exactly what you want such as Hala Max which is for up to six people, Hala EV which is an electric ride for up to four people and Hala Kids that is an affordable ride with a child seat. There are lots of options to suit everyone. Why do Dubai taxis have different colour roofs? If you've hopped in a Hala taxi in Dubai, you'll notice a sand cream colour on the body of the car, with a different colour on the roof. If you've ever wondered what it meant, essentially, the different roofs represent different parent companies of taxis in Dubai. Taxis with a red roof, you'll see them if you're getting one from DXB Airport, are Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) who have approximately 9,500 taxis on the roads of Dubai. Find all the information here. Image: Dubai Media Office > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Emirates 24/7
5 days ago
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
Dubai taxi sector records 7% growth in trips in H1 2025 compared with H1 2024
Dubai's taxi sector posted growth of 7% in the first half of 2025 compared with the same period in 2024. Providing further details, Adel Shakri, Director of Planning and Business Development at the Public Transport Agency, Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), said: 'This vital sector has seen steady growth in recent years. The total number of trips reached 59.5 million in H1 2025, rising from 55.7 million in H1 2024 and reflecting 7% growth, while the number of passengers rose to 103.5 million from 97 million over the same periods.' Hala Taxi's market share also increased to 41.3% of total taxi trips in H1 2025, up from 40.3% in H1 2024—a rise of 2.5% growth in share. Over the same period, the number of active drivers in the sector grew from about 13,000 to nearly 14,000. Shakri confirmed that the sector also achieved record growth across e-hailing services, hourly vehicle rental, and Hala Taxi. 'The comparative figures for H1 2025 underscore the emirate's economic vibrancy, which has cemented its position as a global destination for investment and tourism,' he commented. Shakri concluded: 'Service efficiency likewise improved: in H1 2024, approximately 70% of Hala Taxi trips recorded an estimated vehicle arrival time of under four minutes; in H1 2025, about 74% of trips were under 3.5 minutes.' Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Time Out Dubai
5 days ago
- Business
- Time Out Dubai
More people are taking Dubai taxis than ever before
Hailed a Dubai taxi so far this year? We're going to take a guess and say it's pretty likely, as it was revealed that an impressive 103.5 million passengers have used the service so far this year. Looking at the data for the first half of 2025, the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) shared that the sector has grown by seven percent compared to this time last year. There were 59.5 million trips in the first half of 2025, compared to 55.7 million trips in the same period of 2024. If you like this: Dubai taxi guide 2025: The best apps, hacks and how to get a cheaper fare It was also announced that the number of passengers has reached 103.5 million, compared to 97 million in the same period of 2024. Not only are there more taxis on the roads, but you should be able to get one in record time too. In the first half of 2024, it would take on average less than four minutes for your taxi to arrive. However, in the same time frame this year, the estimated arrival time has been less than 3.5 minutes. (Credit: Dubai Media Office) To meet demands, the number of taxi drivers has also rapidly expanded, from around 13,000 last year to 14,000 in the first half of 2025. As the city grows, the RTA also reported the highest growth in recent years for online taxi booking, hourly vehicle rentals and the Hala Taxi service. Speaking about the figures, Adel Shakri, Director of Planning and Business Development at the Public Transport Agency at the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), said: 'This vital sector has witnessed steady growth over the past years. The number of trips in the first half of this year reached 59.5 million trips, compared to 55.7 million trips in the same period last year, representing a seven percent increase between the two halves of the mentioned year.' In other Dubai news New Dubai school holiday 2025/26 dates revealed There are some changes to know The DEWA setting that will cut down your water and electric bills this summer It's really straightforward 5 hidden Emirates ID perks you probably didn't know about A game-changer
Arabian Business
6 days ago
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai taxi trips hit 60m in H1 2025 as passenger numbers top 103m
Dubai's taxi sector recorded 7 per cent growth in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year, according to the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The number of taxi trips rose to 59.5m, up from 55.7m in H1 2024, while total passengers increased from 97m to 103.5m. Hala Taxi's market share also increased to 41.3 per cent of total taxi trips in H1 2025, up from 40.3 per cent in H1 2024—a rise of 2.5 per cent growth in share. Dubai taxi journeys Over the same period, the number of active drivers in the sector grew from about 13,000 to nearly 14,000. Adel Shakri, Director of Planning and Business Development at the Public Transport Agency, said the results reflect 'the emirate's economic vibrancy, which has cemented its position as a global destination for investment and tourism.' The sector also achieved record growth in e-hailing services, hourly vehicle rental, and Hala Taxi bookings. In H1 2024, around 70 per cent of Hala Taxi trips had an estimated arrival time of under four minutes In H1 2025, 74 per cent of trips were under 3.5 minutes Shakri said the improvements highlight the sector's commitment to service efficiency and customer satisfaction. With rising demand, faster response times, and an expanding driver base, Dubai's taxi sector continues to strengthen its role in supporting the emirate's transport infrastructure and tourism economy.
Zawya
6 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Dubai's taxi sector records 7% growth in trips in first half of 2025
Dubai's taxi sector posted growth of 7% in the first half of 2025 compared with the same period in 2024. Providing further details, Adel Shakri, Director of Planning and Business Development at the Public Transport Agency, Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), said, 'This vital sector has seen steady growth in recent years. The total number of trips reached 59.5 million in H1 2025, rising from 55.7 million in H1 2024 and reflecting 7% growth, while the number of passengers rose to 103.5 million from 97 million over the same periods.' Hala Taxi's market share also increased to 41.3% of total taxi trips in H1 2025, up from 40.3% in H1 2024—a rise of 2.5% growth in share. Over the same period, the number of active drivers in the sector grew from about 13,000 to nearly 14,000. Shakri confirmed that the sector also achieved record growth across e-hailing services, hourly vehicle rental, and Hala Taxi. 'The comparative figures for H1 2025 underscore the emirate's economic vibrancy, which has cemented its position as a global destination for investment and tourism,' he commented. Shakri concluded, 'Service efficiency likewise improved: in H1 2024, approximately 70% of Hala Taxi trips recorded an estimated vehicle arrival time of under four minutes; in H1 2025, about 74% of trips were under 3.5 minutes.'
