Hashtag: #Taxi
BTOA Raises Concerns Over Ride-Sharing
The Bermuda Taxi Owners & Operators Association [BTOA] has raised concerns over the launch of the Ride-Share Pilot Programme. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Taxi Owners & Operators Association [BTOA] is sounding the alarm that the Ride-Share Pilot Programme is being launched in a transport system where laws already on the books have gone... Read more of this article
Taxi Industry On Taxi & Ride-Sharing Models
The Bermuda Taxi Owners and Operators Association [BTOA] released a statement which they said helps to clarify the differences between ride-sharing and taxi industry models. A spokesperson said, “As conversations about ride-sharing and ride-hailing apps like Uber and Lyft gain traction on the island, the Bermuda Taxi Owners and Operators Association... Read more of this article
BTOA Launches Connect Customer App
The Bermuda Taxi Owners & Operators Association has launched BTOA Connect, a new app for booking taxis across the island. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Taxi Owners & Operators Association [BTOA] is proud to announce the launch of the BTOA Connect Customer App, now available for download on iOS and Android. “This new platform... Read more of this article
BTOA To Hold ‘Emergency Meetings’
The Bermuda Taxi Owners and Operators Association will hold meetings on July 23 and 24 over concerns about the “pending introduction of Ride-Share services using unregulated private vehicles.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Taxi Owners and Operators Association [BTOA] will be hosting two Emergency Meetings on 23 and 24 July 2025... Read more of this article
Central Dispatch On Taxis, Solutions & More
Central Dispatch affirms its legal, tech-based role in modernizing Bermuda’s taxi industry and urges action against illegal dispatching and industry fragmentation. A spokesperson said, “We write on behalf of Central Dispatch Ltd to provide clarity surrounding the formation of our company and the current state of Bermuda’s transportation industry. “Central... Read more of this article
BTOA Launches Connect Transport Services
The Bermuda Taxi Owners and Operators Association [BTOA] has launched BTOA Connect Transport Services, the island’s “first driver-led digital dispatch and booking platform.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Taxi Owners and Operators Association is proud to announce the official launch of BTOA Connect Transport Services, Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
Hitch Bermuda Unveils New Payment Upgrades
Hitch Bermuda has “unveiled a new feature, Hitch Now, allowing riders to make instant, cashless payments.” A spokesperson said, “With the simple ‘Ride. Scan. Pay.’ option, residents and visitors can now use Apple Pay, Google Pay, or any major credit/debit card by scanning a QR code at the end of their ride — no app, no cash, no hassle. “Hitch... Read more of this article
FDM Reaffirms Support For Taxi Industry
The Free Democratic Movement [FDM] said they “reaffirm its unwavering support for Bermuda’s taxi industry, recognizing its vital role in the island’s economy, tourism, and daily life.” A spokesperson said, “Despite being the backbone of transportation for both residents and visitors, taxi operators continue to be overlooked and undervalued... Read more of this article
MP Susan Jackson On Taxi Payroll Relief
“This year’s PLP Throne Speech promised taxi owners a payroll tax relief, but legislation still has to be tabled and passed before the relief can be meted,” Shadow Transport Minister Susan Jackson said. Ms Jackson said, “Taxi owners expected the tax relief in September, but were met with resistance from TCD staff. Now there’s confusion... Read more of this article
Ride.bm Transportation Taxi App Released
Ride.bm said they are offering an “easy-to-access app that provides Bermudians and visitors alike with seamless, on-demand transportation.” A spokesperson said, “For decades, the number 295-4141 has been synonymous with safe and reliable transportation in Bermuda. Today, Ride.bm, powered by Central Dispatch, builds on that legacy,... Read more of this article
Ministry Extends Condolences To Bean Family
The Ministry of Transport extends its condolences to the family of the late Mr. Quinton Bernell Bean, a “beloved taxi owner and a true ambassador of Bermuda’s hospitality industry”. Minister Wayne Furbert said, “For decades, Mr. Bean embodied the spirit of Bermuda, sharing his love for the island with countless visitors. His gracious and welcoming... Read more of this article
TCD Advises Taxi Operators On Meter Calibration
The Transport Control Department [TCD] is informing taxi operators requiring meter calibration to visit the North Street, Hamilton location to have their equipment adjusted. A spokesperson for TCD stated, “The vendor, who could not make the necessary adjustments in April, has now resolved the new taxi meter rates issues. “Most vehicles with... Read more of this article
