# Uber Acquiring Blacklane to Expand Premium Chauffeur Service

_Mar 30 15:48_

Tags: Citi Strata Elite, American Express, Blacklane, Citi, Uber, Global, credit card, merger & acquisition, partnership, route network

Uber has announced it is acquiring Blacklane, a global chauffeur service, to bolster its premium travel segment. The deal, expected to close by end of 2026, aims to combine Blacklane's luxury expertise with Uber's scale

## Summary

Uber is acquiring Blacklane, a Berlin-founded global chauffeur service operating in over 500 cities across 60+ countries. The deal is subject to regulatory approval and is expected to close by the end of 2026. This acquisition supports Uber's expansion into the chauffeur sector, specifically its "Uber Elite" brand, leveraging Blacklane's "luxury service and specialist knowledge" alongside Uber's global scale and technology. The move targets the growing executive travel segment, particularly pre-booked Uber Reserve trips. The acquisition may also impact existing credit card benefits, such as the annual Blacklane credit offered by the Citi Strata Elite, especially given Uber's historical partnership with American Express. Key details:
- **Acquirer:** Uber
- **Target:** Blacklane (chauffeur service)
- **Status:** Announced, subject to regulatory approval
- **Expected Close:** End of 2026
- **Strategic Goal:** Accelerate entry into the chauffeur sector and expand premium travel options

## Why it matters

Card-issuer angle via American Express, Blacklane, Citi.

## Sources cited

- [One Mile at a Time](https://onemileatatime.com/news/uber-acquiring-blacklane) — Uber Acquiring Blacklane, Bringing Chauffeur Service To Rideshare Giant

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