- Uber agrees to acquire Blacklane.
- The deal is expected to close by the end of 2026 pending regulatory approval.
- Blacklane operates in over 500 cities across more than 60 countries.
- Uber launched Uber Elite last month for professional chauffeurs.
- The acquisition supports Uber’s expansion into premium and executive travel.
Uber has agreed to acquire private chauffeur company Blacklane. The ride-hailing company confirmed the deal on 30 March 2026. The acquisition remains subject to regulatory approval and it is expected to close by the end of 2026.
Blacklane operates as a German-based global booking platform that connects users to private chauffeurs in over 500 cities across more than 60 countries. Uber launched Uber Elite last month in Los Angeles and San Francisco with plans to add New York City and the service connects users with fully licensed professional chauffeurs. The move forms part of Uber’s expansion into premium travel that includes tiers such as Uber Lux and Uber Exec along with scheduled pickups and airport services.
Blacklane focuses on pre-booked luxury chauffeur services and it brings expertise in consistent high-end experiences. The integration will combine Blacklane’s network of professional chauffeur partners with Uber’s global scale and technology. Users may see more seamless options within the Uber app once the deal completes.
Dara Khosrowshahi shared “Premium travel is one of the most exciting growth areas of Uber’s business. We want to offer the widest selection of options to meet our riders where they are: from the everyday commute to luxury rides. We’re incredibly impressed by what Blacklane has built, and we’re eager to work with them to amplify how we deliver truly exceptional service to more people in cities around the world.”
Jens Wohltorf shared “Blacklane’s growth to date has been founded on consistently excellent service, wherever in the world our guests move. Fifteen years after our vision to make premium travel frictionless, we are bringing luxury hospitality expertise to Uber as a leading player in mobility. This partnership marks a significant milestone in Blacklane’s next chapter and is a powerful step-change in introducing our service to new markets globally.”
