Global chauffeur service provider Blacklane has received $65 million in a Series G funding round.
Founded in 2011 Blacklane offers services in 50 countries and intends to use the capital to accelerate growth in Europe, the United States and the Middle East.
“This financing round is a strong signal and acknowledgement of what the Blacklane team has accomplished over the last years," said Jens Wohltorf, CEO and co-founder of Blacklane.
The funding came from Tasaru Mobility Investments, Al Fahim Group, Mercedes-Benz Mobility, RI Digital Ventures, Alstin Family and Gargash Enterprises.
The investment comes alongside a partnership with Saudi Arabia-based Tasaru. “We are delighted to have Tasaru as a long-term strategic investor as its mobility know-how will be a big asset to Blacklane. We could not wish for a better partner to achieve our goals,” Wohltorf said.
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With an eye on the Middle East, Blacklane said it will launch in several cities in Saudi Arabia with electric vehicles and that it plans to work with airlines and airport transfer firms to provide chauffeur services in that country, training both male and female chauffeurs in its Chauffeur Academies.
Blacklane also said it also will invest in airport transfers, city-to-city connections and mobility solutions in cities including Dubai, Miami and London.
Michael Mueller, CEO of Tasaru, said the two companies share a vision for sustainable growth and innovation in the mobility vertical.
“This investment is a testament to our commitment to fostering a thriving automotive and mobility ecosystem in Saudi Arabia,” he said.
Blacklane has announced a number of partnerships in recent months as well as attracted investment. Earlier this year the company partnered with Jyrney, a PhocusWire Hot 25 Travel Startup for 2023, to offer its services to business travelers. And last year it closed its Series F funding with rental company SIXT.