Manchester Taxi Service

What Manchester Taxi Service does

Manchester Taxi Service Limited is a private taxi and ground transportation operator registered in England (company number 10549084) and headquartered at Peter House, Oxford Street, Manchester. The company delivers a broad portfolio of passenger transport services across Greater Manchester and longer-distance UK routes, including metered taxi fares, fixed-price Manchester Airport transfers with real-time flight tracking and meet-and-greet, minibus hire for up to 16 passengers, London-style black cab hire (TX4 and LEVC TX Electric) for events and TV/film production, executive Mercedes vehicles, limousine/chauffeur service, wheelchair-accessible vehicles with ISO 10542-certified restraint systems, and SEN school transport with DBS-checked safeguarding-trained drivers. Additional lines include courier/parcel delivery, medical transport, city tours, and wedding hire.

The underlying technology is a conventional taxi dispatch and booking platform: a website (manchestertaxiservice.co.uk) with instant online quoting and 30-minute advance booking, iOS and Android applications, real-time GPS driver tracking surfaced to customers, SMS confirmation and arrival notifications, and real-time flight monitoring that adjusts airport pickups at no charge. Distribution combines self-serve digital booking (web, app, WhatsApp), 24/7 phone booking, traditional walk-up/rank hailing, and a sales-led corporate account motion with monthly invoicing. Revenue is generated almost entirely through transactional fares across multiple service tiers, supplemented by a recurring corporate account subscription stream; specific revenue figures are not disclosed. The company self-reports a top-three Manchester market position and #1 TripAdvisor ranking in the local taxi category.

Name

Manchester Taxi Service

Legal name

Manchester Taxi Service Limited

Website

https://manchestertaxiservice.co.uk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Manchester Taxi Service Limited is a private Greater Manchester taxi and ground transport operator offering airport transfers, minibus, executive, WAV, and SEN transport, plus black cab hire for TV/film production, via web, mobile app, and phone booking.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Taxi and Ground Transportation Services

NAICS

Taxi and Ridesharing Services (48531), Limousine Service (485320), Special Needs Transportation (485991), Other Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation (48599)

SIC

Transportation Services (4700)

akta.pro primary industry

Street-Hail Taxi Services (THADAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Airport Taxi & Ground Transportation Operators (TLAFAHAE), Accessible/Wheelchair-Accessible Taxi Operators (TLAFAHAF), Accessible / Wheelchair-Accessible Taxi & Chauffeur (THADAEAK), On-Demand Private Ride-Hailing (Solo Rides) (THADADAA)

Keywords

• Taxi services
• Airport transfers
• Corporate transportation
• Wheelchair accessible transport
• Black cab hire

Headquarters

HQ city

Manchester

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Taxi Fares (Metered): Standard metered taxi fares for journeys across Greater Manchester. Starting fare approximately £3.40-£3.80. Pricing varies by distance, time, and vehicle type.
2. Airport Transfers: Fixed-price airport transfer services to and from Manchester Airport. Typical rates £25-£30 to city centre, £30-£40 from airport to city centre. Includes flight monitoring and meet and greet.
3. Black Cab Hire (Hourly): Hourly black cab rental for filming, TV, weddings, and events. Central Manchester from £195/hour, Outer Manchester from £210/hour. Half-day and full-day packages available.
4. Corporate Accounts: Business and corporate taxi accounts with monthly invoicing, streamlined booking, and priority service for business travelers.
5. Minibus Service: Group transportation in 8-seater and 16-seater minibuses. Pricing varies by group size and destination.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Manchester Taxi Service is a private hire and ground transportation operator providing metered taxi services, fixed-price airport transfers with flight tracking, group minibus hire, black cab hire for TV/film production, executive and chauffeur services, and wheelchair accessible transport across Greater Manchester and the wider UK. The company serves individual consumers, families, corporate clients, broadcasters, and passengers with accessibility needs via its website, mobile apps, and 24/7 phone booking.

Product overview

Manchester Taxi Service is a local taxi and transportation company operating primarily in Greater Manchester, offering a comprehensive range of ground transportation services. The core offering consists of standard taxi services, airport shuttle transfers (particularly to/from Manchester Airport), and minibus hire for groups. The company differentiates through specialized services including wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAV) with certified safety standards, SEN school transport for children with disabilities, and black cab hire for events, filming, and weddings using TX4 and LEVC TX Electric vehicles. Premium offerings include executive Mercedes vehicles and limousine/chauffeur services for business clients and VIPs. Additional services encompass courier and parcel delivery, medical transportation, school transport, city tours, and wedding hire. The company provides a digital platform comprising an online booking system on its website and mobile applications for iOS and Android, enabling real-time booking, driver tracking, and flight monitoring. Corporate accounts are available for business travelers requiring streamlined billing and priority service.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Standard Taxi Service Reliable taxi service offering safe and convenient transportation across Greater Manchester with professional licensed drivers and a modern fleet, available 24/7 for short and long-distance journeys.
• Airport Transfer Service Seamless airport transfer service to and from Manchester Airport with real-time flight tracking, automatic pickup adjustment for delays, and meet-and-greet options for travelers, families, and corporate clients.
• Minibus Taxi Service Spacious minibus service accommodating up to 16 passengers for group travel, corporate events, tours, and family outings with 8-seater and 16-seater vehicles.
• Black Cab Hire Traditional London-style black cab hire (TX4 and LEVC TX Electric models) with licensed Manchester taxi drivers for TV/film production, weddings, and promotional events with hourly, half-day, and full-day pricing.
• Executive Cars and Chauffeur Service Premium luxury chauffeur service featuring Mercedes executive vehicles and limousines for business travel, executive transport, and VIP clients requiring luxury comfort.
• Wheelchair Accessible Transport (WAV) Specialized accessible cabs and vehicles for passengers with mobility needs, including 100% wheelchair accessible fleet with Type Approval certification and ISO 10542 compliant restraint systems for school and medical transport.
• SEN Transport Service Special Educational Needs transport for children with disabilities, featuring trained drivers with DBS checks and safeguarding training, plus Type Approval certified WAV vehicles with ISO 10542 restraint systems.
• School Taxi Manchester Safe and reliable school taxi service providing home-to-school transport for students across Manchester.
• Courier and Parcel Delivery Service Fast and secure taxi-based courier service for parcels and urgent shipments, including same-day delivery options for businesses and consumers.
• Medical Transportation Safe and reliable transport for medical appointments and patient needs across Greater Manchester.
• Tour Services City tours, group tours, private tours, and taxi tour services for tourists and locals exploring Manchester and beyond.
• Corporate Account Streamlined taxi solutions for businesses with dedicated account management, monthly invoicing, flexible payment options, and priority service for executive and employee travel.
• Event and Group Transfers Tailored transportation solutions for weddings, conferences, parties, and special occasions with vehicle and minibus options.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 60% savings on airport transfers when booked online vs standard taxi fares
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• BBCminorOthersBBC has utilized Manchester Taxi Service black cabs for TV and film production projects. Cabs are hired with fully qualified licensed Manchester taxi drivers for filming needs.
• ITV GranadaminorOthersITV Granada has utilized Manchester Taxi Service black cabs for television production. The service provides iconic London-style black cabs with drivers for filming.
• Channel 4minorOthersChannel 4 has utilized Manchester Taxi Service black cabs for production needs. Black cabs are hired for filming, advertising, and promotional events.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Splend: UK chauffeur and executive car service platform targeting corporate and premium leisure bookings. Comparable to MTS's premium executive car and chauffeur offerings, with a similar B2B focus but a narrower luxury positioning.
• Wheely: Premium on-demand chauffeur service operating in London and other major cities with luxury vehicle fleet. Comparable to MTS's executive car and chauffeur verticals, with stronger brand positioning in the premium segment.

Direct peers

• FreeNow: Multi-city European taxi and private hire aggregator app that connects licensed taxi drivers and operators with riders. Directly comparable to MTS as a UK-operating app-based taxi booking platform serving airport transfers, standard rides, and corporate accounts.
• StreetCars Manchester: Manchester-based private hire taxi operator offering local and airport transfers with app/online booking. The most directly comparable peer given identical Manchester geography, traditional taxi fleet model, and airport transfer focus.
• Gett: UK-based corporate ground transportation platform specializing in business taxi and executive car bookings with enterprise account management. Directly comparable to MTS's sales-led corporate account motion targeting business clients.
• HolidayTaxis: UK-based airport transfer aggregator offering pre-booked taxis and private hire to airports across multiple cities. Directly comparable to MTS's airport transfer focus with fixed pricing and online booking, though HolidayTaxis operates across more UK airports.
• ComCab: London-based licensed black cab and private hire operator with app booking and corporate accounts. Comparable to MTS for traditional black cab hire model using TX-class vehicles for events, weddings, and executive transfers.

Broad incumbents

• Bolt: European ride-hailing platform operating in Manchester with competitively priced taxi and private hire rides. Comparable to MTS in the Manchester taxi market with broader geographic reach and stronger capital backing.
• Addison Lee: UK's largest premium private hire and courier operator offering executive cars, airport transfers, and corporate accounts. Comparable to MTS's executive car and corporate account offerings, though primarily London-focused with significantly larger scale.
• Uber: Global ride-hailing incumbent operating UberX, Uber Comfort, and Uber for Business in Manchester. Overlaps with MTS across general taxi rides, Manchester Airport transfers, and corporate accounts, but operates a broader venture-backed platform model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/MtstaxiService
• Facebookfacebook.com/manchestertaxiservice.co.uk
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/manchester-taxi-service-limited
• Instagraminstagram.com/manchestertaxiservice
• Pinterestpinterest.co.uk/manchestertaxi/_saved

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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