Oakland International Airport announces agreement with Uber that permits the Transportation Network Company to legally operate its uberX product at the Airport

FLY OAK AND UBER YOUR WAY AROUND THE BAY

Oakland, CA, 2015-8-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port of Oakland, operator of Oakland International Airport (OAK) announced an agreement with Uber that permits the Transportation Network Company (TNC) to legally operate its uberX product at the Airport. Through the agreement, vehicles are authorized to use uberX to pick up and drop off customers at OAK, under a pilot program. Service began yesterday afternoon.

“Uber’s availability at OAK expands our ground transportation offerings for passengers,” said Acting Director of Aviation, Kristi McKenney. “It is important that we are inclusive and responsive to customer demand, which includes the ability to use TNCs.”

“We are thrilled to add Oakland to the growing list of airports that have embraced ridesharing services like uberX as a safe, reliable transportation option,” said Wayne Ting, Uber Bay Area General Manager. “Thanks to the leadership of the Oakland International Airport and the Board of Port Commissioners, travelers from all over the world will now have the choice of requesting a safe, reliable and affordable ride with uberX when they land at Oakland International Airport.”

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About Uber
Uber is a technology platform that is evolving the way the world moves. By seamlessly connecting riders to drivers through its apps, Uber make cities more accessible, opening up more possibilities for riders and more business for drivers. From its founding in 2009 to its launches in over 300 cities today, Uber’s rapidly expanding global presence continues to bring people and their cities closer. Follow Uber on Twitter: @Uber and Facebook: Uber.

About the Port of Oakland
The Port of Oakland oversees the Oakland seaport, Oakland International Airport, and 20 miles of waterfront. Together with its business partners, the Port supports more than 73,000 jobs in the region and nearly 827,000 jobs across the United States. Connect with the Port of Oakland and Oakland International Airport through Facebook, or with the Port on Twitter, YouTube, and at www.portofoakland.com.