- The Group has commenced operations of a two-year pilot program to deploy commercial robotaxi services in Guangzhou, China
SINGAPORE, 17 March 2025 – ComfortDelGro Corporation Limited (“ComfortDelGro”), a leading multi-modal transport operator, in partnership with Pony.ai, a pioneer in autonomous driving technology, launched its first robotaxi pilot programme in Guangzhou, China.
The pilot programme marks a significant step in the commercial deployment of robotaxi services for both companies. This two-year pilot will enable ComfortDelGro to develop and refine capabilities for autonomous vehicle (AV) technology operations and fleet management, with the goal of future large-scale deployment in China and other international markets.
Mr Cheng Siak Kian, Managing Director/Group CEO of ComfortDelGro remarked: “The development of autonomous vehicle technology is crucial in future-proofing the transport industry. With continuing driver shortages a global issue, we are exploring innovative solutions to ensure mobility remains accessible and efficient. Autonomous technology can complement the human driver workforce by increasing ride availability during off peak hours and in underserved areas. This pilot will allow us to build operational capabilities in robotaxis, and a step closer to wider future deployment.”
Dr. Leo Wang, CFO of Pony.ai remarked: “With good progress from the last few years, Pony.ai has accumulated strong expertise in autonomous driving technology and operational platforms in managing Robotaxi services, with more vehicle productions underway. To achieve large-scale deployment, we need strong partners to support our global expansion. I am impressed by ComfortDelGro’s years of expertise in large-scale fleet management and believe both teams will learn fast and well from each other through this fruitful collaboration.”
The pilot programme is part of ComfortDelGro’s broader strategy to explore autonomous transport solutions. In 2022, the company established a S$30 million Autonomous Vehicle Centre of Excellence to develop capabilities in AV operations and fleet management.
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About ComfortDelGro Corporation
ComfortDelGro is a leading multi-modal transport operator offering a comprehensive suite of transportation solutions. Our extensive network spans public transport including buses and rail, point-to-point transport with taxis and private hire cars as well as business-to-business mobility solutions. Every day, millions rely on our services across 13 countries including; Singapore, Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, China, Ireland, Sweden, France, Malaysia, Spain, Portugal, Greece, and the Netherlands.
As a global operator, we play an important role in steering the transition towards a low-carbon economy. With 60% of our owned fleet consisting of cleaner energy vehicles, we support governments and cities in enabling inclusive and sustainable transport systems. For our efforts, ComfortDelGro has been included in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices since 2019, the only Singaporean transport company in the index.
About Pony.ai
Leading global autonomous driving company Pony.ai, Inc. (“Pony.ai”) is pursuing an ambitious vision for autonomous mobility. We aim to bring safe, sustainable, and accessible mobility to the entire world. We believe that autonomous technology can make our roads exponentially safer for people. Founded in late 2016, Pony.ai has been a pioneer in extending autonomous mobility technologies and services at a rapidly expanding footprint of sites around the world. Pony.ai has formed partnerships with leading OEMs, including Toyota, SAIC, SANY, FAW Group, GAC Group, etc. As of the current date, Pony.ai has driven nearly 40 million autonomous testing and operation kilometres (approximately 24.85 million miles) on open roads worldwide.
