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Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Transportation |
| Founded | 1987 |
| Founder | Sunil Fonseka |
| Headquarters | Nugegoda, Sri Lanka |
Key people | Sunil Fonseka (Chairman and Managing Director) Thushara Fonseka (Director of Operations) |
| Website | https://kangaroocabs.com |
Kangaroo Cabs is a Sri Lankan taxi and transportation services company headquartered in Nugegoda, Sri Lanka. Founded in 1987 by Sunil Fonseka, the company provides taxi services, airport transfer services, corporate transportation, vehicle rentals and tourism-related transport services.[1]
The company operates through multiple booking channels including a mobile application, website-based booking portal and a call centre system.
History
Kangaroo Cabs was founded in 1987 by Sunil Fonseka with the objective of providing organised taxi services in Colombo and surrounding areas.[2]
The company initially began operations with a fleet of approximately 20 vehicles and later expanded its services across Sri Lanka. In 2011, Kangaroo Cabs introduced online booking through its website, enabling customers to request taxis immediately or reserve rides in advance.[3]
In 2011, Kangaroo Cabs introduced online booking through its website, enabling customers to request taxis immediately or reserve rides in advance.[4]
In 2019, the company celebrated its 30th anniversary of operations in Sri Lanka’s transportation sector.[5]
Services and operations
Kangaroo Cabs provides transportation services including taxi services, airport transfers, corporate transportation, chauffeur-driven vehicle rentals and tourism-related transport services.
The company operates through a mobile application, website booking platform and a 24-hour call centre.
Technology and innovation
Kangaroo Cabs has introduced several technology initiatives aimed at modernising taxi services in Sri Lanka.
The company launched a redesigned website booking platform allowing customers to reserve taxis and rental vehicles online.
The company also uses systems that track flight arrivals in real time to adjust airport pickup schedules.
In collaboration with Genie Business, Kangaroo Cabs introduced a tap-to-pay payment system enabling passengers to make contactless payments.[6]
Additional digital upgrades aimed at improving ride booking and passenger experience have also been introduced.[7]
Corporate social responsibility
Kangaroo Cabs has undertaken community awareness initiatives including a Pink Ribbon campaign to raise awareness of breast cancer.[8]
The company has also conducted driver training programmes focused on professional development and community awareness.[9]
COVID-19 response
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Kangaroo Cabs introduced safety measures including distributing body temperature monitoring devices and hand sanitizers to drivers.[10]
References
- ^ "Kangaroo Cabs celebrates 30th anniversary". Financial Times Sri Lanka.
- ^ "We drive people happy". Daily Mirror.
- ^ "Kangaroo Cabs introduces online booking". Daily News.
- ^ "Kangaroo Cabs introduces online booking". Daily News.
- ^ "Kangaroo Cabs celebrates 30th anniversary". Financial Times Sri Lanka.
- ^ "Genie Business with Kangaroo Cabs powers Sri Lanka's first tap-to-pay taxi service". Daily Mirror.
- ^ "Kangaroo Cabs unveils game-changing tech enhancements for seamless ride experience". Ada Derana.
- ^ "Kangaroo Cabs turns every ride into a message of hope with its Pink Ribbon campaign". Sunday Times.
- ^ "Kangaroo Cabs enhances driver skills and community awareness with training programme". The Island.
- ^ "Kangaroo Cabs distributes body temperature units and hand sanitizers". Daily News.
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