Cambridge’s Largest Private Hire Operator, Panther Taxis, Rebrands as Veezu

Panther Taxis, the largest private hire operator in Cambridge and the surrounding areas, is rebranding as Veezu. The change follows Panther’s acquisition by the Veezu Group in 2022 and marks the next step in Veezu’s mission of delivering smarter, more connected and sustainable transport services across the region.

Veezu, the UK’s fastest-growing and largest private hire technology company, now operates in over 50 locations nationwide and partners with over 16,000 Driver-Partners. Passengers are already benefitting from the rollout of the Veezu app, introduced in Cambridge in 2024. The app features smarter address search, real-time vehicle tracking, multiple payment options including Apple Pay, Google Pay and cash. Business travellers from 2000 corporate accounts will continue to enjoy Veezu’s dedicated account support and streamlined digital booking solutions.

Cambridge welcomes a diverse range of passengers – from international students and tourists to professionals and business leaders. Many rely on trusted local knowledge to navigate the city with ease. By combining Panther’s trusted local expertise with Veezu’s national scale and technology, the service is evolving to offer even greater convenience and reliability for communities across Cambridge and the surrounding areas.

The rebrand comes at a time when Cambridge is stepping up its efforts to modernise local transport and cut emissions. Veezu operates a fleet of over 650 vehicles in the region, and an increasing proportion of these are hybrid or fully electric, helping reduce emissions and improve air quality in line with the city’s climate ambitions. Cambridge City Council recently reported a 10.8% drop in its own emissions over the past year and continues to lead efforts to lower carbon across the city. Veezu’s ongoing investment in lower-emission vehicles and smarter ride technology supports this direction by offering cleaner, more efficient ways to travel across the region.

The rebrand also reflects Cambridge’s growing role as a centre for innovation and economic growth. The city is at the heart of the UK’s ambition to create “Europe’s Silicon Valley”, with Government plans to develop the Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor as a global hub for science, tech and AI. As infrastructure and housing expand to support this vision, Veezu’s technology-driven approach to local mobility helps ensure communities remain connected, accessible and ready for sustainable growth.

Paul Clare, Regional Operations Director at Veezu, said:  “Panther Taxis has been at the heart of Cambridge transport for more than three decades. As we bring the brand under the Veezu name, we’re investing in smarter technology, cleaner vehicles and new tools to improve the passenger experience. This change reflects our ambition to evolve with the city, supporting Cambridge’s goals on innovation and sustainability while continuing to deliver the dependable service passengers rely on every day.”

Download the Veezu app today: https://app.veezu.co.uk/8XOX/cambspress