Pony AI Inc, a leading company in advancing and commercializing autonomous driving at scale, has announced that its self-driving mobility service in Singapore—run in partnership with ComfortDelGro—has secured regulatory clearance to begin its “by-invite” ride phase, the final step before opening to the general public.

This development represents an important milestone for Pony.ai’s expansion in Singapore and supports its dual-engine growth strategy, which focuses on scaling autonomous mobility operations both within China and internationally. The progress also highlights the company’s continued collaboration with local authorities and partners to advance autonomous transport solutions in the country.

The service operates along a 12-kilometre route in the north-eastern district of Punggol, linking neighborhoods such as Punggol Northshore and Waterway Sunrise with major destinations including Oasis Terraces, Punggol Plaza, One Punggol, and Punggol Coast Mall. It also offers direct connectivity to the Punggol Coast MRT station and nearby bus interchange. The full journey takes approximately 55 minutes and is expected to reduce travel time by up to 15 minutes compared to existing public transport options.

Dr. James Peng, Founder and CEO of Pony.ai, stated that Singapore plays a key role in the company’s global rollout plans. He noted that entering the by-invite stage with ComfortDelGro moves the initiative closer to real-world operational use, allowing autonomous mobility technology to be tested in everyday commuting conditions. He also emphasized the importance of ongoing collaboration with local partners as the project advances.

Pony.ai initially revealed its plans for Singapore in September 2025 as part of its broader international expansion. This initiative builds on its strategic partnership with ComfortDelGro, which began with a memorandum of understanding signed in July 2024 and included a pilot autonomous mobility project in Guangzhou in March 2025. Together, both organizations aim to support Singapore’s efforts to enhance first- and last-mile connectivity through innovative transport solutions.

The Singapore rollout also reflects Pony.ai’s wider growth strategy. Having already demonstrated the commercial viability and strong unit economics of its robotaxi model in China, the company is now extending its proven expertise to international markets while continuing to strengthen its domestic presence. Singapore serves as a key example of applying this experience abroad.

During the by-invite phase, selected members of the local community will be able to try the service before it becomes widely available. Feedback gathered during this period will help Pony.ai and ComfortDelGro refine operations in collaboration with Singapore’s Land Transport Authority and other stakeholders, paving the way for a full public launch.

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