The app that's revolutionising the taxi industry

Founded by three London cabbies who saw a demand for a quick, traceable and safe taxi service, Hailo’s been a big hit, says John Daly

THE interminable wait for a taxi is a petty purgatory. Those frustrating midnight prowls in search of transport home may soon be at an end thanks to a new smartphone app, Hailo.

The system is in use in Dublin - but is to be rolled out in other major towns and cities shortly - enabling the public to order a taxi from their location, receive an estimated time of arrival, and talk to the driver.