Careem Expands In Abu Dhabi With Careem Food And Careem Pay Services

Careem, a leading multi-service app in the region, has taken significant strides in expanding its comprehensive offerings with the launch of Careem Food and Careem Pay in Abu Dhabi. This move marks a substantial step in broadening the scope of services provided by the Careem Everything App across the region, enhancing the daily convenience for residents and visitors in the capital.

With the introduction of Careem Food in Abu Dhabi, users now have the luxury of ordering their favorite meals from a wide array of restaurants and cafes. The selection includes popular eateries such as Allo Beirut, P.F. Chang's, and Gazebo, as well as local favorites like Bait El Khetyar and Mosaic. The app also features renowned coffee shop % Arabica and pizzeria Pizza Di Rocco. In a move to cater to the Holy Month of Ramadan, Careem Food is offering substantial discounts of up to 50% on Iftar and Suhoor orders. A notable achievement for the platform is its impressive on-time delivery record, with 95% of all orders in 2022 and 2023 reaching customers as scheduled. This efficiency is achieved by strategically assigning orders to Captains based on their proximity and coordinating closely with restaurants.

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Careem Pay: Simplifying Financial Transactions

Careem Pay's extension into Abu Dhabi enriches the fintech landscape by providing a versatile range of payment services. Users can effortlessly pay their Abu Dhabi Distribution Company (ADDC) water and electricity bills, as well as manage telecommunications payments for Etisalat and Du. The convenience extends to Salik account recharges and payments for Sergas and Techem. An exciting development in international remittance allows for instant transfers to India and Pakistan, with future plans to include the UK, Egypt, and the Philippines. This expansion of services underscores Careem's commitment to offering a seamless financial transaction experience.

Mudassir Sheikha, CEO and Co-founder of Careem, expressed enthusiasm about enhancing the app's capabilities in Abu Dhabi. Sheikha emphasized the goal of simplifying food ordering and payments in the capital, consolidating daily tasks into a single, efficient platform. This expansion builds on Careem's existing services, which include rides, bike rentals, and convenient payment options.

Regional Growth and Customer Impact

Careem Food has quickly risen to prominence as a leading food delivery platform in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Jordan. With an expansive network of over 15,000 restaurants, it has served more than 1.4 million customers across the region in 2023 alone. This growth not only enhances customer experience but also provides flexible earning opportunities for thousands of delivery Captains.

Similarly, Careem Pay stands out as a comprehensive financial management and transaction tool. It supports international remittance, utility bill payments, and peer-to-peer money transfers, utilizing phone numbers, QR codes, or personal payment links for instant domestic transfers. Additionally, the One-Click Checkout feature facilitates a simplified online shopping experience, further integrating financial services into the daily lives of users.

As Careem continues to evolve its offerings, the Everything App sets a new standard for digital convenience in Abu Dhabi. This expansion reinforces Careem's position as a pivotal player in the region's tech-driven service industry, catering to the dynamic needs of its growing user base.