A Colorado-based airport shuttle company has shut down and abruptly closed its doors, leaving travelers stranded after announcing an uptick in insurance costs and airport fees among other issues.
“With a heavy heart, we’ve made the decision to shut down,” Eight Black Airport Shuttle, based in Longmont, post on its website June 13.
The municipality in Boulder and Weld counties is about 45 miles northwest of the Denver International Airport.
“Like many transportation companies, we’ve been hit hard by a perfect storm a significant increase in insurance premiums, rising airport and regulatory fees, and steep capital costs,” the company wrote. “In the shared ride model, where affordability matters most, we simply can’t raise prices enough to cover those costs while still offering the frequency and schedule that our customers expect.”
According to its website, the business acquired Green Ride Boulder and Longmont’s shared ride operation in 2022.
The Centennial State’s shuttle services are regulated by the Colorado Public Utilities Commission.
How to get an airport shuttle refund
According to its website, the dissolved business was “actively working on a system to manage the refund process.”
“It is my full intention to refund every single customer, no matter how long it takes,” Simon Chen, the business owner wrote. “I know this situation has been a letdown for you and for the Boulder County community.”
To initiate a refund, fill out this form: Voucher Refund Request Form
This is a developing story.
Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@usatoday.com and follow her on X @nataliealund.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Eight Black Airport Shuttle shutdown: Travelers left stranded