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News / Startups
Dutch electric mobility startup raises €50M for international expansion
By Mitra Sorrells | April 23, 2021
GO Sharing will add new markets as well as e-bikes and electric cars. Read More
How I Got Here, episode 61 - Juan de Antonio of Cabify
Interview / Online
How I Got Here, episode 61 - Juan de Antonio of Cabify
By PhocusWire | April 22, 2021
Cabify has grown alongside its high-profile peers in ride-hailing by doing things differently and making strategic moves to ensure it remains popular for both investment funds and users, Juan de Antonio... Read More
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News / Online
BlaBlaCar raises $115M to expand carpool and bus services
By Jill Menze | April 21, 2021
BlaBlaCar says it has witnessed double-digit growth in its markets outside of Europe and is expecting a strong travel rebound in Europe this summer. Read More
Dott raises $85M to expand scooter service to e-bikes
News / Technology
Dott raises $85M to expand scooter service to e-bikes
By Kevin May | April 21, 2021
The Series B investment is led by Belgian finance house Sofina and Estari, a growth equity partner that invests in European technology companies. Read More
Cruise autonomous vehicle brand tops up earlier round with new $750M investment
News / Technology
Cruise autonomous vehicle brand tops up earlier round with new $750M investment
By Kevin May | April 20, 2021
In January this year, Microsoft led a $2 billion funding round as part of a long-term strategic relationship to accelerate the commercialization of self-driving vehicles. Read More
Expedia unveils rebrand in major push to capture travel demand
News / Online
Expedia unveils rebrand in major push to capture travel demand
By Jill Menze | April 19, 2021
Expedia is debuting a new look and product offerings on its quest to become consumers’ "ultimate travel companion." Read More
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News / Online
Marriott partners with Uber to expand Bonvoy loyalty program
By Jill Menze | April 15, 2021
Marriott Bonvoy members can earn points by ordering food delivery via Uber Eats or requesting select Uber rides. Read More
As ride-hail companies recover, there are too few drivers to meet demand
News / Online
As ride-hail companies recover, there are too few drivers to meet demand
By Dawit Habtemariam - BTN | April 15, 2021
Ride-hailing companies are reporting a shortage of drivers as demand for their services picks up. Read More
Grab files for IPO through SPAC partnership with Altimeter
News / Online
Grab files for IPO through SPAC partnership with Altimeter
By Kevin May | April 13, 2021
Grab is expected to be valued at almost $40 billion as a result the IPO announced today and slated to run under the ticker "GRAB" in the coming months. Read More
Sounding Off: Travelers may have other goals than doing the right thing
Interview / Online
Sounding Off: Travelers may have other goals than doing the right thing
By PhocusWire | April 9, 2021
The best hope that anyone can have right now is that people will actually come through on the industry's desire to capitalize on pent-up demand AND do so in a way that at least illustrates signs of a... Read More
Tier acquires Makery to establish central Europe hub for e-scooters
News / Startups
Tier acquires Makery to establish central Europe hub for e-scooters
By Linda Fox | April 9, 2021
Tier plans to launch is e-scooters in Budapest following its acquisition of software development specialist Makery. Read More
Stay home or venture out? How consumers view post-vaccine travel
News / Online
Stay home or venture out? How consumers view post-vaccine travel
By Jill Menze | April 9, 2021
As the vaccine rollout continues, questions arise around what travel will ultimately look like – and how businesses can compete - in this new environment. Read More
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News / Distribution
Travelport unifies services in new Travelport+ platform, replacing three legacy brands
By Mitra Sorrells | April 7, 2021
CEO Greg Webb says the new Travelport+ platform better positions the company to serve "the blossoming retail structure of travel." Read More
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News / Startups
Saudi Arabian startup Gazal raises $2M to expand micromobility services
By Mitra Sorrells | April 6, 2021
Gazal offers dockless bikes and e-scooters in cities around Saudi Arabia and plans to expand throughout the region. Read More
Google Maps adds augmented reality for airports and stations
News / Online
Google Maps adds augmented reality for airports and stations
By Linda Fox | March 31, 2021
Google Maps says it's making 100 AI-led improvements this year. Read More
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