As supporters from across the world packed their kits and headed to Qatar for the most exciting football season yet, Uber’s data reveals unprecedented travel and movement within and across the wider region. Throughout the tournament, the Uber app has worked to help sports supporters from around the world experience simpler, more streamlined travel by innovating with new products & features and offering more advanced safety features on the platform. The data collected via the Uber app during this momentous occasion sheds light on the positive impact the tournament has had on the region and offers insight into shifting consumer behavior.
Nasser Al-Sharshani, General Manager of Uber Qatar: “This was a milestone moment for all of us in Qatar and we’re happy to see its impact on the region. We’re proud to have helped millions of people move around Qatar comfortably and affordably. This was a massive undertaking at one of the busiest times in the region’s history, but has underlined the importance of fruitful collaboration and true innovation. We’ve seen an appetite for new products and features, and more drivers’ earnings supplemented. As we anticipate Qatar to host future significant global events, we look forward to helping make travel more seamless in our cities through our technology.”
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