Lyft to Acquire Gett UK Business to Expand London Black Cab and Ground Transport Coverage
April 23, 2026
Lyft has agreed to acquire Gett’s United Kingdom business, with closing expected in the coming weeks subject to customary closing conditions. The deal is intended to expand Lyft’s London ground transport coverage and nearly double rides on the Lyft platform across the capital by bringing Gett’s black cab driver network onto Lyft.
- Buyers
- Lyft
- Targets
- Gett's United Kingdom business (Gett UK)
- Industry
- Transportation
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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