(DGAP-Media / 16.08.2013 / 11:00) Following the tremendous success in Europe, Asia and the United States including launches in London, New York, Hong Kong and Singapore, Blacklane is now focusing again on extending their limousine service in Europe's diverse capitals. Blacklane offers a new alternative in daily transportation needs, providing airport transfers as well as a limousine service suited to between-meeting ferrying or even sightseeing. 'Blacklane offers its service where its customers need and want to travel,' explains Dr. Jens Wohltorf, co-founder of Blacklane, adding, 'We are on the way to becoming their number one international companion for their entire journey.' Prague and Copenhagen are not just beautiful cities, but also important economic hubs. 'Not a week passes without customers encouraging us to reach out to their most-visited destinations, and we are aiming to become available in all important cities in Europe,' Wohltorf says. Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark as well as its cultural and economic heart. With a history reaching back to the 10th century A.D., the former Viking village developed into a sprawling metropolis and a leading research center in biotech and I.T. Copenhagen's Kastrup Airport is by far the busiest in Scandinavia, welcoming over 20 million passengers every year. Blacklane offers not only a limousine service in the city but also airport transfers, with a meet-and-greet chauffeur service directly at the arrival gate. Having decided to launch its service in Prague, Blacklane makes it clear that even the east European cities won't be forgotten. Featuring some of the best preserved buildings in Europe, with many dating back to the Roman Empire, Prague has been among the leading destinations for culture-savvy travelers for decades and remains one of Europe's top destinations. But modern Prague has more to offer than just its history: in a 2010 survey, the city was named 'The best city in Eastern Europe for Business,' with a thriving economy and a drive for innovation. 'We are pretty sure that Prague needs a limousine service like Blacklane. Business travelers and tourists alike are looking for a reliable and comfortable way to get from the airport to their hotel or meeting,' says Wohltorf, continuing 'We offer the best alternative to taking a taxi'. Having received overwhelmingly positive feedback wherever it launches, the company is firmly establishing itself as one of the leading international players in the limousine service industry. 'Local providers welcome us wherever we show up, knowing that we'll add to their revenue instead of diminishing it.' Bookings can be made around the clock either online at www.blacklane.com/en or using the 'Blacklane' smartphone app. After specifying their pickup location and booking period or desired destination, customers can choose from one of three classes of vehicles (Business Class, Business Van/SUV, First Class) at a binding, fixed price including all taxes and fees. Cars can be booked up to fifteen minutes before the customer's required pickup time. After booking, customers receive a confirmation of their reservation as well as their chauffeur's contact details. Payments can be made by credit or debit card and, for companies, can be billed on a monthly basis. All of your invoices can easily be downloaded from your MyBlacklane account, which gives you a perfect overview of your rides. Blacklane limousines can now be booked in 18 countries: Austria, Belgium, China (incl. Hong Kong and Macau), Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Malaysia, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, the U.K., the United Arab Emirates and the U.S. About Blacklane Blacklane GmbH, a Berlin-based company, provides individual and corporate customers with a mobile booking service for high quality chauffeur and limousine services, with transparent and attractive rates. Acting as a head office for limousine services, Blacklane does not possess its own vehicles but rather partners with existing providers to allow customers to enjoy comfortable journeys at inexpensive, fixed prices. The company currently employs more than 50 staff members. Find further information at www.blacklane.com. 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