Addison Lee

Addison Lee is a logistics company in London, United Kingdom, founded in 1975. It has raised $460.0M across 1 round, most recently a $460.0M Private Equity in April 2013.

London's most trusted car, taxi, and courier service.

Headquarters
London
Employees
1001–5000
Founded
1975
Business Model
B2C
Total Funding
$460.0M
Last Round
$460.0M Private EquityApr 2013
Rounds
1

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About

Founded in 1975 by John Griffin, Addison Lee is the UK's largest premium private hire car and courier service, trusted by 85% of FTSE 100 companies for passenger transportation and same-day delivery. The company operates a fleet of over 7,500 vehicles across London and beyond, offering services from airport transfers and executive chauffeurs to black taxi and courier solutions. Now part of ComfortDelGro, one of the world's largest land transport companies, Addison Lee combines 50 years of ground transportation expertise with modern app-based booking, transparent fixed pricing, and a strong commitment to sustainability and safe, reliable service.

Summary

It lists 1001–5000 employees. It has raised $460.0M in total across 1 round, most recently a $460.0M Private Equity round in Apr 2013. Investors include The Carlyle Group.

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Funding History

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Private EquityPrivate EquityApr 2013
$460.0M

Investors

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