Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) signed a five-year strategic partnership with Dubai Airports, to be the exclusive provider of taxi services at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC), reinforcing its position as the leading provider of mobility services in Dubai.

Mansoor Alfalasi, CEO of Dubai Taxi Company and Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports signed the agreement in the presence of senior officials.

The partnership is said to be a testament to the long-standing relationship between DTC and Dubai Airports to service passengers and visitors at Dubai Airports, which welcomed 93mn guests across both airports in 2024, resulting in 6mn limousine and taxi trips in 2024. Taxi and limousine annual trips from the airports are expected to reach over 8mn by 2029, with revenues projected to reach US $680.5bn over the five-year period.

DTC’s long-standing partnership with Dubai Airports began in 1997 when the company provided taxi services at the airport with a modest fleet of just 100 taxis. Subsequently, DTC has grown into a leading mobility provider, and taxi operator, by market share, in Dubai. DTC operates a airport fleet of 900 taxis, including 700 dedicated airport taxis, in addition to specialised pink taxis catering to families, women, and children, as well as accessible vehicles designed to serve People of Determination. The company’s fleet also features around 500 premium limousines, providing premium transportation services, said a statement from the company.

As part of its commitment to innovation and international standards, the taxi and limousine services at Dubai Airports are equipped with smart dispatch systems and advanced instant booking technologies accessible through user friendly apps. These systems allow passengers to easily and quickly book taxis and provide cashless payment options. The vehicles are monitored by DTC’s control centre, ensuring safe, efficient, and timely transportation for all customers.

Mansoor Alfalasi, CEO of DTC said, “The agreement demonstrates the strength of our relationship with Dubai Airports, which began in 1997. As the exclusive provider of taxi services at Dubai’s airports for more than two decades, we are committed to showcasing Dubai at its best to all passengers. With a team of well-trained drivers backed by sophisticated technology, DTC is committed to enhancing its operational capacity to align with the rapid growth and development at Dubai Airports, ensuring the continued delivery of world-class transportation services.”

Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports added, “Our goal at Dubai Airports is to create an effortless and seamless experience for every guest, from the moment they arrive at our airports to the moment they depart. Reliable, efficient, and well-integrated ground transport is a crucial part of that equation. This partnership with Dubai Taxi Company ensures that guests at DXB and DWC experience world-class mobility solutions from the road to the air, reflecting the speed, convenience, and service excellence we uphold across the entire airport journey.”

In 2024, DTC doubled its taxi fleet at Dubai Airports, this expansion aimed to support airport transportation services and trip numbers by 30%, helping reduce waiting times and improve service speed, while reducing the reliance on having to divert regular city fleet towards the airport. The company attaches attention to building strong partnerships and providing mobility solutions that reflect the community’s aspirations and Dubai’s future vision, the statement concluded.