Technology company Treinetic has introduced GetIn, a mobile application that connects professionals travelling the same routes to share vehicle journeys and costs. The platform launches amid Sri Lanka ranking third globally in traffic congestion.
Treinetic unveiled GetIn on Sunday, 16 August, positioning the application as a planned journey-sharing service rather than a conventional ride-hailing platform. The app operates by allowing vehicle owners, termed "Captains," to publish pre-planned routes with available seats, while verified "Passengers" search for compatible journeys heading in the same direction. Users can then share travel costs and potentially establish professional connections through the service.
The launch responds to significant traffic challenges in Sri Lanka. According to Numbeo's Traffic Index for mid-2026, the country ranks third globally and highest across Asia in traffic congestion, indicating demand for alternative mobility solutions. Imal Perera, CEO of Treinetic, stated that GetIn aims to convert underutilised vehicle seats into shared value, allowing Captains to offset commuting expenses while offering Passengers convenient routes already in operation.
The platform emphasises community trust through a verification system and pre-planned journeys, deliberately avoiding spontaneous roadside pick-ups. This structured approach distinguishes GetIn from existing ride-sharing services. Beyond individual cost-sharing benefits, the company suggests the system could contribute to reducing urban congestion and fuel consumption by optimising existing vehicle usage rather than increasing vehicles on roads.
GetIn's stated mission centres on creating connections between professionals who might otherwise not meet, framed around the company's tagline: "Same Route. New Connections." The application represents Treinetic's effort to address Sri Lanka's mobility challenges through a community-focused transportation model.
