The application Uber claims to the status of great appIs this the all-rounder that is already very popular on the Asian market? In any case, the American giant is getting closer to it every year by diversifying its functionalities. And the latest initiative marks a major step forward in this process, particularly for business travellers, who will soon be able to book airline tickets or train via the Uber app. This summer will see the launch of a pilot project in the UKwhich will see Uber integrate new means of transport: trains, hire cars and coaches will be affected, in the meantime. later in the year "the flight and hotel reservations to cover " international door-to-door travel ".
Uber is not planning to start selling these services directly, but will focus on partnerships with platforms whose APIs will be integrated. These partners are as yet unknown, although Uber's roadmap already includes plans to cover cross-Channel rail links... " Whether you're planning a city break or a holiday at home, from manage a business trip or airport transferUber will provide a simple and transparent service to meet all travel needs. "Uber officials assure us.
we plan to incorporate flights, and in future hotels, by integrating leading partners into the Uber application
" Everyone appreciates the freedom to organise their travel in a simple and practical way, which is why we are delighted to be able to offer you become a one-stop shop for all your travel needs "said Jamie Heywood, Regional Managing Director, UK, Northern and Eastern Europe at Uber. " You've been able to book car, bike, boat and scooter journeys on the Uber app for a number of years, so adding trains and coaches is a natural progression. Later this year, we plan to incorporate flights, and in future hotels, by integrating leading partners in the Uber app to create a seamless door-to-door travel experience "he adds.
A small revolution for Uber, and for the travel sector, in which thethe advent of a new technology giant has been announced for several years. After having advanced its positionin particular with the Google Trips or the Google FlightsGoogle does not seem to have been able to impose itself. the first tool having even been abandoned in 2019. Instead of launching its versatile travel platform, the Mountain View giant is now supporting an airline and its own super app. In fact, a partnership over five years has just been announced between Google Cloud and AirAsiato strengthen the Malaysian group's application. " With Google's help, our ecosystem will not just be transactional, but will aim to create a community and enrich that community - not just customers, but also partners such as restaurants, airlines, hotels and drivers. "This is the prediction of Tony Fernandes, CEO of Capital A, the new identity of the conglomerate which includes the carrier AirAsia.
