The black cab looks set to become the taxi of choice for the Middle East as the London Taxi Company (LTC) secures two more lucrative orders for the global icon.

Ujra Holding Company has ordered a further black 200 TX4s in a deal led by the Coventry manufacturer's international team. Ujra, who initially ordered 200 TX4s of assorted colors, which they will start to receive in mid-July, have opted for a further fleet of black vehicles, taking their total fleet order in 2013 to 400.

Hot on their heels, the UAE has also ordered 200 black TX4s, to form the basis of their taxi network. All vehicles are on target for delivery by the end of 2013.

International Sales Director Matthew Cheyne said: “This is fantastic news and a compelling indication of the global attractiveness of our vehicle. The London taxi represents safety, reliability and a professional service — qualities that our partners are keen to reinforce to their domestic and visiting populous. Our production facility in Shanghai, which is dedicated to supplying international markets, can comfortably meet the current flow of TX4s for delivery this year.”

The LTC has also confirmed that they are in continued talks with Azerbaijan, which currently owns 1,000 damson-colored black cabs. The state is keen to continue to build on the success they have experienced since taking delivery of its TX4 fleets, with increased satisfaction ratings from drivers, residents and visiting tourists.

Cheyne added: “So far this year we have attracted new export orders for more than 800 TX4s, mainly from the Middle East; we are also working closely with a consortium in Australia to take the black cab ‘down under.’ Given that other manufacturers are attempting to enter our niche industry, it’s extremely satisfying to note that the TX4 is not just the vehicle of choice for professional drivers in the UK — the traditional black cab translates into any language.”