As people start returning to the office, ride-hailing platform Uber on Wednesday announced the launch of its Corporate Shuttle service to help them get to and from work in a safe and economical way during these difficult times. The service will be available in Delhi, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Mumbai and Bengaluru.
Corporate Shuttle is a customized commute service that Uber India is offering to various companies. The seating capacity in a vehicle is anywhere between 10-50.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the company said, using Uber’s core technology to ensure a reliable, safe and cost-effective ride, the service helps companies meet their sustainability goals, reducing congestion in cities. is reduced, pollution is reduced and office parking space is freed up. .
Noting that safety is a top priority, Uber said, the service includes a comprehensive set of security measures, including a Go Online checklist, a mandatory mask policy for both riders and drivers, pre-trip mask verification for drivers Includes selfies and compulsory driver education. Security SOP.
Commenting on the launch of Uber Corporate Shuttle, Abhinav Mittu, Head, Uber for Business, India and South Asia, said, “At Uber, we are focused on meeting the changing needs of our customers. The Uber Corporate Shuttle helps companies put their employees first. They come to work safely without the stress of traffic jams, parking and car maintenance expenses.”
“And by making it easier for employees to leave their cars, the service can reduce congestion, pollution and emissions in our cities. It’s an honor to help India get back to work safely after a tough 20 months.”
The statement also said, this is the first product of Uber’s high-capacity vehicle program to be launched in India, which has been specially developed keeping in mind the unique challenges faced by office-goers in India and other emerging markets. has been done.
It added that a significant portion of the work related to technology and product creation for the Uber Corporate Shuttle is being carried out by Uber’s technology team based out of Bangalore.
Launched in 2014, the Uber for Business platform brings Uber’s innovations and solutions to organizations globally. It has helped unlock employee productivity and enhanced customer experiences for over 1.5 lakh organizations around the world.
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