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Business Standard
29-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Uber, Noida Airport collaborate to improve airport-ground transport link
Ride-hailing company Uber has entered into a strategic partnership with Noida International Airport to provide passengers with smooth and tech-enabled ground transportation directly from the airport terminal. The collaboration is aimed at enhancing end-to-end travel convenience and aligns with Noida International Airport's commitment to multimodal connectivity, the company said in a statement on Thursday. As part of the agreement, Uber will set up exclusive pick-up zones within the airport premises. These will be supported by on-ground personnel and detailed wayfinding guides to help passengers navigate from the arrival gate to their ride. 'Uber will operate dedicated pick-up zones, complemented by on-ground assistance and step-by-step way finding guide — assisting riders on their way from the gate all the way to the Uber pickup zones,' the company said. To improve operational efficiency, Uber driver-partners will also be allocated reserved parking spaces at the airport, helping to reduce estimated arrival times (ETAs) for passengers. Uber-Noida airport partnership: Key benefits for passengers Travellers choosing Uber at Noida International Airport can expect a range of services: -Real-time tracking and estimated arrival times via the Uber app -Cashless payment options -In-app access to driver and vehicle information, along with an emergency/SOS button -Multiple ride choices including UberGo, Uber Premier, and UberXL (SUV) Commitment to comfortable, door-to-door travel Christoph Schnellmann, CEO of Noida International Airport, highlighted the airport's focus on creating a seamless passenger journey. 'Our goal is to make every part of the passenger journey efficient and comfortable — from door to door,' Schnellmann said. 'The availability of app-based taxi services like Uber is a key step in ensuring that travellers have access to convenient, reliable and safe last-mile transport options." Uber India and South Asia's Director of Business Development, Arnab Kumar, expressed confidence in the collaboration's ability to enhance the travel experience. 'We are proud to partner with Noida International Airport to elevate the travel experience for passengers through reliable and technology-enabled mobility solutions,' Kumar said. 'Our collaboration reflects our commitment to ensuring smooth and comfortable last-mile connectivity, backed by dedicated on-ground support and an effortless booking experience via the Uber app.' Towards a multimodal future This partnership is part of Noida International Airport's broader objective of evolving into a multimodal transportation hub. Alongside app-based taxi services, Noida International Airport plans to offer a variety of travel options to meet diverse passenger needs. The airport is also working with government bodies and other stakeholders to improve access for private vehicles and enhance public transportation links.
Time of India
29-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Noida International Airport partners with Uber for mobility solutions
Noida International Airport (NIA) has partnered with Uber to provide passengers with seamless and efficient transportation solutions directly from the airport, offering dedicated pick-up zones, on-ground assistance, and reduced estimated arrival times. Under the agreement, Uber will operate dedicated pick-up zones at the airport. These zones will be complemented by on-ground assistance to guide passengers. Step-by-step wayfinding will also be available, assisting riders from the gate to the Uber pickup zones. To further enhance convenience, Uber driver-partners will have exclusive parking spaces, contributing to reduced estimated arrival times (ETAs) for riders. 'Our goal is to make every part of the passenger journey efficient and comfortable—from door to door,' said Christoph Schnellmann, CEO, Noida International Airport. Benefits for consumers- -Passengers using Uber at NIA can expect several benefits. These include real-time ride tracking and estimated arrival times via the mobile app. -Cashless payment options will also be available for added convenience. This allows for a hassle-free payment experience. -Passengers will have access to driver and vehicle details. An in-app emergency/SOS button will also be provided for safety. -Multiple ride categories will be offered, including UberGo, Uber Premier, and UberXL (SUV) options. This provides flexibility to suit different needs and preferences. -Uber services will be available 24/7, ensuring reliable transport at any hour. This caters to passengers arriving or departing at any time. 'We are proud to partner with Noida International Airport to elevate the travel experience for passengers through reliable and technology-enabled mobility solutions," said Arnab Kumar, Director, Business Development, Uber India and South Asia.
News18
21-05-2025
- Climate
- News18
Bengaluru Commuters Slam Uber For Up To 70 Percent Fare Hike Amid Monsoon Chaos
Last Updated: According to the authorities, the city might see some more pre-Monsoon showers due to cyclonic formations over the Andaman Sea. Bengaluru, the Silicon Valley of India, is currently on high alert due to heavy overnight rains on Monday. It triggered severe waterlogging and traffic snarls across the city, leaving residents stranded and struggling to book cabs and autorickshaws to commute. Amid the chaos, Uber, the popular cab-hailing service app, is being questioned for charging extremely high fares from passengers. Taking to X, a user shared his shocking experience of booking a cab via Uber for a mere 12km distance. He slammed the app, calling them 'Mafias' for charging him high fares during the heavy rainfall, as he and his family were stuck in the rain with a small kid. Sharing a screenshot of the prices shown in the application, the user wrote, 'Why such high prices? @Uber_India If a family is stuck in the rain with a small kid, is this what we expect from you? This is beyond shameless monopoly and utter nonsense. For 12 km in rain, how much can you charge? Humanity is lost. Bangalore traffic and then these mafias." Going by the picture, for a 12km ride in Bengaluru, the app was showing a fare of Rs 1314 for the UberXL, while the basic UberGo was charging Rs 810 and Uber Premiere at Rs 967. The Uber Go Sedan, on the other hand, costs Rs 826. In no time, the comment section was flooded with reactions from several users. While many lashed out at the company for high prices, others said it was 'justified.' An X user commented, 'This is a normal thing for @Uber_India @rapidobikeapp in rain, they keep increasing the prices, they have no shame in hiking prices which are not at all justifiable, and the sad part is the govt is not even looking into these things." Another one wrote, 'Boycott Uber." According to the authorities, the city might see some more pre-monsoon showers due to cyclonic formations over the Andaman Sea. Due to the heavy rainfall and flooded roads, many tech companies have asked their employees to work from home. Notably, Bengaluru's cab prices have been a topic of discussion, and recent government laws aimed to establish a more standard and stable fare structure. The city's reputation for high taxi fares, especially in the ride-sharing industry, is due to factors such as heavy traffic, which can increase travel time and distance, and the dynamic pricing models used by certain apps. Last year, the Karnataka transport department implemented the One City, One Fare policy, which aims to standardise taxi pricing throughout the city, including those provided by ride-hailing applications such as Ola and Uber.
Hindustan Times
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Sorry Boomers, young people's lives are harder today. Here's why
Imagine paying ₹5,000, not ₹25,000, to watch Coldplay perform. That's how much a ticket cost nine years ago, when they first visited India. Imagine paying less for an Uber ride than for an autorickshaw in Delhi. In 2015, Uber Go rides cost ₹7 per kilometre, while autos cost ₹8.5. You could get a flat-white at Starbucks (they launched it in 2015) for under ₹200. It costs ₹350 now. Ed Sheeran played a gig here that year. ₹5,000 could get you VIP Phase 2 tickets then. Now, that amount wouldn't even get you past the gates of his Delhi gig – ticket prices started at ₹6,500 this year. At big-city restaurants, a single main course is priced in the four digits before GST. Nike just dropped its Alphafly racing sneakers for ₹22,795.
