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Amazon kicks off UK drone tests from Darlington ahead of delivery rollout

Amazon has begun limited test flights of its MK30 delivery drones from its Darlington base as it prepares a UK airborne delivery service later this year. The program is in testing and not yet open to customers; the drones are designed to avoid obstacles and continuously monitor airspace to ensure safety, with eligible Darlington residents potentially receiving packages under five pounds within about two hours once launched.

via BBC|

#amazon #darlington #drone-delivery

technology1 month ago•2 min saved

Walmart expands drone deliveries to 270 U.S. locations with Wing

Walmart is expanding its Wing-powered on-demand drone delivery to 150 more stores, bringing total U.S. locations to 270 and reaching about 40 million people (roughly 10% of the population). Rollout is to continue through 2026–2027 in major metro areas, with Walmart reporting over 150,000 drone deliveries since launch.

via Mashable|

#alphabet #drone-delivery #logistics

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Wing Expands Drone Deliveries to 150 More Walmarts, Targeting 270 Stores by 2027

Wing will deploy its delivery drones at 150 additional Walmart stores in 2026, building toward a network of about 270 Walmart locations by 2027, with launches in Los Angeles, St. Louis, Miami and Cincinnati and continued expansion from Atlanta, Dallas–Fort Worth, and Arkansas.

via The Verge|

#alphabet #drone-delivery #logistics

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Bulgaria adopts the euro amid mixed reactions as more countries plan to join in 2026

Bulgaria will adopt the euro in 2026, becoming the 21st country to do so. Drone deliveries are now possible on the Great Wall of China, reaching remote areas. Karl Bushby has been walking around the world for 27 years, sharing lessons on happiness and survival. Starting in 2026, visitors to 11 major US national parks will need a valid ID to avoid fees, with international visitors paying higher prices.

via Frequent Miler|

#bulgaria #drone-delivery #euro

business1 month ago•1 min saved

Amazon Cancels Drone Delivery Plans in Italy

Amazon has decided to halt its plans for drone delivery in Italy due to regulatory challenges and broader business considerations, despite making progress with aerospace regulators and testing initial drone deliveries in the country.

via CNBC|

#amazon #business #business-strategy

business1 month ago•1 min saved

Amazon Cancels Drone Delivery Plans in Italy

Amazon has decided to halt its plans for drone delivery in Italy due to unfavorable broader business regulatory issues, despite making progress with aerospace regulators and completing initial tests in San Salvo.

via Yahoo Finance|

#amazon #business #business-strategy

technology4 months ago•1 min saved

Amazon suspends drone deliveries in Arizona after crashes into crane

Amazon resumed drone deliveries in Tolleson, Arizona, after a two-day suspension caused by two drones crashing into a crane, which resulted in damage and a fire. The incident is under investigation by the FAA and NTSB, but Amazon reports no issues with their technology and has implemented additional safety measures. The drones, approved by the FAA, are part of Amazon's Prime Air service, which has been delivering packages since 2022.

via CNN|

#amazon #arizona #crash

technology5 months ago•2 min saved

Uber Reinitiates Drone Food Delivery Pilot with Flytrex

Uber has partnered with Flytrex to launch drone delivery services in the U.S., marking Uber's first investment in drone technology. The service aims to provide faster, safer, and more sustainable last-mile delivery for Uber Eats, starting with pilot markets by the end of the year, utilizing Flytrex's FAA-certified autonomous drones.

via Uber Investor Relations|

#autonomous-logistics #drone-delivery #flytrex

business5 months ago•2 min saved

DoorDash CEO Predicts Challenging Road to Autonomous Delivery Success

DoorDash CEO Tony Xu acknowledges the challenges in developing autonomous delivery technology, describing the journey as filled with 'pain and suffering,' but notes the company is beginning to see early commercial progress, including testing drone and robot deliveries in various locations, with no specific rollout timeline yet.

via Fortune|

#autonomous-delivery #business #doordash

technology6 months ago•1 min saved

Chipotle Launches Drone Delivery with Zipline for Flying Burritos

Chipotle is testing drone delivery called 'Zipotle' in Rowlette, Texas, using Zipline's autonomous drones to deliver burritos, promoting an environmentally friendly and convenient delivery method.

via Mashable|

#chipotle #drone-delivery #environmentally-friendly

technology6 months ago•2 min saved

Chipotle Launches Drone Delivery Pilot with Zipline in Dallas

Chipotle has launched Zipotle, an autonomous drone delivery service in Dallas, partnering with Zipline to deliver food quickly and efficiently to customers' homes using small aircraft called Zips, initially serving a limited area with plans to expand.

via CBS News|

#chipotle #dallas #drone-delivery

business6 months ago•4 min saved

Chipotle Launches Drone Delivery Pilot in Dallas with Zipline

In Dallas, several new restaurants are opening, including Dudley's Sports Bar, Mamani, NADC Burger, Paris Baguette, and Torchy's Tacos, while others like Evan's Meat Market, Henry's Majestic, and Stirr are closing, amidst a growing food scene and upcoming drone delivery tests by Chipotle.

via CultureMap Dallas|

#business #closures #dallas

business6 months ago•3 min saved

Chipotle Partners with Zipline for Drone Delivery Pilot

Chipotle is partnering with Zipline to test drone delivery in Dallas, allowing select customers to receive orders via autonomous aircraft from a local restaurant, with plans for broader rollout and potential expansion based on test results.

via CNBC|

#autonomous-aircraft #business #chipotle

world6 months ago•3 min saved

Ukrainian Drone Supplies Emergency E-Bike to Encircled Soldier

During the Ukraine conflict, a soldier was rescued from encirclement using a drone to deliver an e-bike, which he used to escape after being injured and surrounded, showcasing innovative military tactics involving drone technology.

via Jalopnik|

#drone-delivery #e-bike #soldier-rescue

business8 months ago•3 min saved

Walmart Expands Drone Delivery to 5 New Cities, Including Houston

Walmart is expanding its drone delivery service to 100 more stores across five major cities in partnership with Wing, offering customers rapid delivery options, including as fast as 30 minutes, for essentials like groceries and medicine, as part of its efforts to innovate retail and enhance convenience.

via Food & Wine|

#business #drone-delivery #expansion