| Wani Roslan |
DART Taxi, Brunei’s first taxi booking app, was officially launched by the Minister of Communications Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Mustappa bin Haji Sirat, in an event held at the Progresif Cellular Headquarters in Gadong yesterday.
The most-awaited app, operated by the DART Logistics Sdn Bhd, serves as an IT platform which offers a wide range of services including ride booking and private hire with the click of a button.
The prime objective of the initiative is to partner with local taxi operators and encourage them to use the DART smartphone app as well as increase the opportunities for locals and tourists to use taxis conveniently. Using the app, taxi operators can access passengers’ demands throughout day and night, while still utilising the mandated metered fares.
The philosophy of DART is to be able to travel around Brunei anytime while being safe and affordable, said Zul ‘Amali bin Dato Paduka Haji Idris, founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of DART Logistics Sdn Bhd.
“DART is a platform that offers solutions for many of the travel needs in Brunei. We need to fill in the gaps in everyone’s transport needs. You can find the same services that we are offering in our neighbouring countries; what we offer is about connecting people,” he said.
Gone are the days when Bruneians had to wait for hours and in queues for grabbing a taxi. Their ride now is just a click away with the launch of DART Taxi, Brunei’s first taxi booking app, which was officially launched by the Minister of Communications Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Mustappa bin Haji Sirat, in an event held at the Progresif Cellular Headquarters in Gadong yesterday
Minister of Communications Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Mustappa bin Haji Sirat, at the event. – PHOTOS: BAHYIAH BAKIR
He also pointed out that DART aims to be the most trusted transport option, while at the same time creating more jobs for locals and improving passenger experience.
“With a fare estimate available before their intended trip from the app, passengers can now know in advance the cost of the journey and how long the taxi will take to arrive at their doorstep,” he added.
He also mentioned that evolution of the market structure and new demands in Brunei’s transportation have pushed them to the creation of the app and it is not only limited to transport but also aims to enhance the efficiency of our daily routine.
The service will start from today and the application can now be downloaded via Apple App Store or Google Playstore.
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