RMA
RMA Worldwide Transportation is a privately held, founder-led chauffeured ground transportation operator based in Rockville, Maryland, running a 375+ vehicle fleet across 20+ U.S. cities plus London and Paris, serving corporate, individual, government, education, and healthcare customers through premium sedans, SUVs, motor coaches, and managed shuttle contracts.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1988
- HeadquartersRockville, United States
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B and B2C
- OfferingServices
What RMA does
RMA Worldwide Transportation is a privately held chauffeured ground transportation company headquartered at 12270 Wilkins Avenue, Rockville, Maryland, founded in 1988 by Robert Alexander, who continues to serve as Founder/CEO/President. The company operates a fleet of 375+ vehicles spanning premium sedans (Lincoln Nautilus, Volvo S90, Lincoln Continental), luxury sedans (Lucid Air, Mercedes S580), SUVs (Cadillac Escalade ESV, Ford Expedition MAX, Lincoln Navigator L), limousines, executive vans, luxury minibuses, mini coaches, and Mercedes-Benz Tourrider motor coaches with passenger capacities from 1 to 56. It delivers services across five primary categories — Corporate Transportation, Personal Transportation, Meetings & Events, Shuttles & Contracts, and Global Transportation — covering airport transfers, point-to-point rides, corporate events, weddings, conventions, and recurring shuttle programs across 20+ U.S. cities plus London and Paris. The company runs a dedicated Shuttle Chauffeurs division of approximately 150 employees serving the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. corridor with extensions to Wilmington, DE and Richmond, VA, with named institutional customers including Duke University, UNC-Chapel Hill, NC State, Durham Academy, and Ravenscroft School.
The company is built on the GroundTools reservation platform and GroundWidgets-powered iOS and Android mobile applications, providing online booking, rate quoting, account management, invoicing, and real-time vehicle and chauffeur tracking; in 2024 RMA introduced MeetingPad, a mobile app enabling event organizers to retrieve chauffeur information without phone calls. Recent product additions include the all-electric Lucid Air (2025) and Lincoln Nautilus (2026), positioning the fleet within the premium green transportation segment. Operating technology is augmented by flight monitoring for airport transfers and a recently launched franchise and taxi partnership program ([email protected], [email protected]) targeting expansion markets such as Port Washington, NY.
RMA generates revenue through four streams: (1) per-trip and hourly chauffeured transportation billed at unit prices that vary by vehicle tier, distance, and amenities, with monthly-reviewed fuel surcharges (5–15%) and holiday surcharges (25%); (2) long-term corporate accounts with dedicated account managers and customized invoicing; (3) managed shuttle contracts with government agencies, universities, schools, hospitals, and corporations; and (4) franchise and affiliate licensing fees. Distribution combines a direct enterprise sales motion with self-service web and mobile booking for individual consumers, supplemented by an affiliate network and franchise model in adjacent markets. The company markets across LinkedIn, Instagram, X/Twitter, and Facebook, and was recognized by the Washington Business Journal Book of Lists as a top regional transportation provider.
RMA firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- RMA
- Legal name
- RMA Worldwide Transportation
- Website
- https://rmalimo.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1988
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- RMA Worldwide Transportation is a privately held, founder-led chauffeured ground transportation operator based in Rockville, Maryland, running a 375+ vehicle fleet across 20+ U.S. cities plus London and Paris, serving corporate, individual, government, education, and healthcare customers through premium sedans, SUVs, motor coaches, and managed shuttle contracts.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
RMA industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Chauffeured Ground Transportation
- NAICS
- Limousine Service (485320), Taxi and Limousine Service (4853)
- SIC
- Transportation Services (4700)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Chauffeur Services (On-Demand & Hourly) (THADAEAD)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Chauffeured / Black Car & Executive Car Services (THACAIAC), Private Airport Transfer & Chauffeured Services (THAIAFAB), Executive / Corporate Chauffeur Services (THADAEAF), Intercity / Long-Distance Taxi & Chauffeur (THADAEAH)
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Where RMA is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Rockville
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices22 records
Markets served
RMA business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B and B2C
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Chauffeured Transportation Services: Per-trip and hourly transportation services with all-inclusive estimates. Fees vary by vehicle type (sedan, SUV, limousine, minibus, motor coach), distance, duration, and amenities. Additional charges for stops, tolls, parking, airport fees, and fuel surcharges apply.
- Corporate Account Services: Long-term transportation contracts with dedicated account managers, customized invoicing, and logistics planning for corporate clients
- Shuttle Contracts: Recurring shuttle services for government agencies, universities, schools, hospitals, and corporations with specialized administration and monitoring
- Affiliate/Franchise Fees: Revenue from franchise and taxi partnership opportunities in expansion markets
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Premium Sedan - 1-3 passengers with luggage |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Luxury Sedan - 1-3 passengers |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | SUV - Up to 6 passengers |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Limousines - Up to 14 passengers |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Luxury Minibus - 26-38 passengers |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Mini Coach - 38-40 passengers |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Motor Coach - Up to 56 passengers (ADA up to 2) |
| Other | Monthly | Fuel Surcharge |
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Holiday Surcharge |
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Additional Fees |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels6 records
Marketing channels8 records
RMA product offering
Product offeringCore offering
RMA Worldwide Transportation provides chauffeured ground transportation services across 20+ U.S. cities plus London and Paris, operating a fleet of 375+ vehicles ranging from premium sedans and SUVs to limousines, executive vans, minibuses, and motor coaches. The company delivers corporate car service, airport transfers, meetings and events transportation, recurring shuttle contracts, and personal/occasion-based travel (weddings, proms, wine tours) through professional chauffeurs booked via website, mobile apps, or dedicated corporate account managers.
Product overview
RMA Worldwide operates a diversified Chauffeured Transportation platform offering vehicle rental services with professional chauffeurs across multiple categories: Premium Sedans (Lincoln, Volvo), Luxury Sedans (Mercedes S580, Lucid Air), SUVs (Cadillac, Ford, Lincoln), Limousines (Mercedes Sprinters, stretch limousines), Executive Vans (Ford), Luxury Minibuses (Freightliner/Grech), Mini Coaches (VanHool), and Motor Coaches (Mercedes Benz Tourrider) with capacities from 1-3 to 56 passengers. The company provides service categories including Corporate Transportation, Personal Transportation, Meetings & Events, Shuttles & Contracts (with a 150-person Shuttle Chauffeurs division), and Global Transportation spanning 20+ U.S. cities plus London and Paris. Digital touchpoints include a mobile app (iOS/Android) for reservations and vehicle tracking. Recent fleet additions include the all-electric Lincoln Nautilus (2026) and Lucid Air (2025) vehicles.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Premium Sedan Service Entry-level chauffeured sedan service featuring Lincoln Nautilus Crossover, Volvo S90, and Lincoln Continental vehicles, accommodating 1-3 passengers with luggage. Targeted at airport transfers, business meetings, and general corporate travel.
- Luxury Sedan Service Premium chauffeured sedan service featuring Lucid Air Touring and Mercedes S580 vehicles for 1-3 passengers with luggage. Includes rear passenger reclining seats, climate and radio controls; targeted at airport transfers, business meetings, road shows, and weddings.
- SUV Service Chauffeured SUV service featuring Lincoln Nautilus, Cadillac Escalade ESV, Ford Expedition MAX, and Lincoln Navigator L accommodating up to 6 passengers (4-5 comfortably with luggage). Includes amenities such as daily newspaper, bottled water, and mints; targeted at weddings, proms, concerts, and special events.
- Limousine Service Limousine chauffeured service featuring Mercedes Executive Sprinter, Mercedes Sprinter Limousine, and traditional stretch limousines accommodating up to 14 passengers. Includes entertainment system and LED color-changing lights; suitable for weddings, proms, concerts, and group events.
- Executive Van Service Executive chauffeured van service featuring Ford F600 GM33, Ford E-450, and Vanterra vehicles accommodating up to 14 passengers with rear luggage compartment. Used for corporate outings, sports teams, schools, airport transfers, conventions, and shuttles.
- Luxury Minibus Service Luxury minibus chauffeured service featuring Freightliner S2 GM40 Grech vehicles with 26-38 passenger capacity options. Includes reclining seats and bathrooms on select styles; ideal for group transportation.
- Mini Coach Service Compact motor coach service featuring VanHool Mini Coach with 38-40 passenger capacity. Includes overhead storage and rear luggage compartment; used for corporate outings, sports teams, schools, airport transfers, conventions, and shuttles.
- Motor Coach Service Full-size motor coach service featuring Mercedes Benz Tourrider with up to 56 passenger capacity (ADA accessibility up to 2). Includes WiFi, phone chargers, TVs, DVD, reclining seats, footrests, overhead storage, lavatory, and wheelchair accessibility; used for corporate outings, sports teams, schools, airport transfers, conventions, and weddings.
- Corporate Transportation Services Tailored transportation solutions for businesses including corporate car service, airport transfers, point-to-point transportation, corporate charters, convention transportation, and team outings. Provides executive-level travel with professional chauffeurs and dedicated account management.
- Personal Transportation Services Bespoke luxury travel for personal occasions including wine tours, airport transportation, sightseeing tours, wedding limousines, casino transportation, party buses, and prom transportation.
- Meetings & Events Transportation Specialized transportation for corporate events, board of directors meetings, road shows, charter buses, and group gatherings with coordinated logistics and event staffing.
- Shuttles & Contracts Recurring and contract-based shuttle services for government agencies, schools, universities, hospitals, and corporations, including employee shuttles, convention shuttles, sports team transportation, and airport shuttles. Operates a 150-person shuttle division (Shuttle Chauffeurs) in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region.
- Global Transportation Services International ground transportation network providing point-to-point transfers and corporate travel across global destinations including London and Paris, with local expertise and vetted partner networks.
- RMA Mobile App Mobile application available on Android and iOS enabling reservation booking, rate checking, receipt viewing, chauffeur information access, and real-time vehicle location tracking for customers.
Quantifiable outcome
- Rated 5.0 stars by customers
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use RMA
Customer profileNamed customers6 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
RMA technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
RMA partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- GroundToolscoreTechnology platform provider for web-based reservation systems, passenger management, and operational logistics including account login, price quoting, and receipt management
- GroundWidgetscoreMobile app development partner for RMA iOS and Android applications enabling reservations, tracking, and customer management
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
RMA competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Carey International: Carey is the largest and most established premium chauffeured transportation company in the U.S., with global reach and a strong corporate account base. Directly comparable to RMA in service mix (executive sedans, SUVs, vans, motor coaches) and customer segments (corporate road shows, airport transfers, events).
- EmpireCLS Worldwide Chauffeured Services: EmpireCLS is a premium chauffeured transportation operator with a long-standing reputation for luxury service and a national footprint. Closely comparable to RMA in fleet composition (luxury sedans, SUVs, limousines, motor coaches) and target customers (executives, entertainment, corporate events).
- BostonCoach: BostonCoach (now part of The Driver Provider/Coach USA group) is a premium limousine and corporate ground transportation company serving major U.S. metro areas. Comparable to RMA in service categories including airport transfer, executive sedan service, and convention transportation.
- Blacklane: Blacklane is a global professional chauffeur service operating in 50+ countries with city-to-city and airport transfer offerings. Directly comparable to RMA in the international point-to-point and global traveler segment, though it operates as a digitally-native platform versus RMA's owned-fleet model.
- Mears Transportation: Mears is a major U.S. operator of taxi, limo, shuttle, and contract transportation services, with a strong presence in Florida and major tourist destinations. Comparable to RMA's mix of chauffeur service, airport shuttles, and contracted shuttle operations (especially Disney, theme parks, university, and government routes).
- Tristar Worldwide Chauffeur Services: Tristar Worldwide is a U.K./UAE-headquartered premium chauffeured transportation company with operations across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Comparable to RMA in the global ground transportation network positioning (relevant to RMA's London and Paris offices) and corporate/event use cases.
Emerging players
- Allied Universal / Stargate / Hermes (private fleet services): Larger facility services and security companies that operate executive transportation for corporate and government clients. Comparable to RMA in the dedicated corporate account / government transport use case, where RMA's shuttle and contract services compete for similar RFPs.
- Wingz: Wingz is an airport-focused, pre-scheduled ride service with vetted drivers and flat-rate airport pricing. Comparable to RMA's scheduled airport transfer service in target use case, while operating with an app-first, fleet-light model versus RMA's owned chauffeur fleet.
Broad incumbents
- Uber (Uber Black / Uber Comfort): Uber offers premium chauffeur tiers (Uber Black, Uber Comfort) globally through an asset-light platform. While not a traditional fleet operator, Uber is the largest competitive disruption to premium chauffeured transportation broadly, especially for airport and on-demand executive rides where RMA competes.
- Lyft (Lyft Lux / Lyft Black): Lyft offers premium tiers such as Lyft Lux and prior Black SUV products, covering airport and executive travel via an asset-light platform. Comparable in targeting ride-hailing premium segments; the closest broad rideshare competitor to RMA's on-demand chauffeur business in U.S. metros.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Valuation estimate
RMA leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
RMA funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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RMA M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about RMA
What does RMA do?
RMA Worldwide Transportation provides chauffeured ground transportation services across 20+ U.S. cities plus London and Paris, operating a fleet of 375+ vehicles ranging from premium sedans and SUVs to limousines, executive vans, minibuses, and motor coaches. The company delivers corporate car service, airport transfers, meetings and events transportation, recurring shuttle contracts, and personal/occasion-based travel (weddings, proms, wine tours) through professional chauffeurs booked via website, mobile apps, or dedicated corporate account managers.
Is RMA a public or private company?
RMA is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was RMA founded?
RMA was founded in 1988. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is RMA based?
RMA is headquartered in Rockville, United States, in the North America region.
How does RMA make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Chauffeured Transportation Services are the primary driver. The others are corporate Account Services, shuttle Contracts and affiliate/Franchise Fees.
Who are RMA's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Carey International, EmpireCLS Worldwide Chauffeured Services, BostonCoach, Blacklane, Mears Transportation and Tristar Worldwide Chauffeur Services. Emerging players are Allied Universal / Stargate / Hermes (private fleet services) and Wingz. Broad incumbents are Uber (Uber Black / Uber Comfort) and Lyft (Lyft Lux / Lyft Black).
Does RMA have an API?
No public API is recorded for RMA.
What industry is RMA in?
RMA's product category is Chauffeured Ground Transportation. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THADAEAD, Chauffeur Services (On-Demand & Hourly), with a secondary code of THACAIAC, Chauffeured / Black Car & Executive Car Services. Its NAICS code is 485320 and its SIC code is 4700.