Rapid delivery news & analysis – Page 16
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NewsDeliveroo launches more Hop dark stores with Waitrose and Morrisons
The launch of the sites means Hop dark stores are now active in two-thirds of London’s boroughs
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InterviewsDeliveroo’s Suzy McClintock on the future of rapid delivery
Deliveroo grocery and retail VP Suzy McClintock on why its Hop rapid service is racing ahead of ailing rivals, and what the future may hold for deliveries
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NewsGetir UK buying chief resigns from struggling rapid grocer
Neil Franklin was the first Brit hired by Getir
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NewsRapid grocer Gopuff launches ad platform in the UK
Brands can choose various marketing options, including promoted product placement, sponsored search, sponsored carousel, and in-app and email display ads
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NewsRaheem Sterling-backed online grocer Oja enters administration
Founder Mariam Jimoh said the company faced ‘operational difficulties’ and an ‘unexpected dip in Q1 revenues’
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NewsGetir to cut headcount by 10% in ‘global restructuring’
Getir employs around 23,000 people across five countries, but “regrettably” and “with a heavy heart” will be parting ways with 2,500 of them
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NewsDeliveroo adds grocery top-up feature to takeaway orders
The rollout of the new feature came in response to customer demand, Deliveroo said, with many “placing a second order within minutes of their first”
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NewsRapid grocer Gopuff beating Tesco superstore prices
The cheaper-than-Tesco prices are available for members of Gopuff’s paid-for subscription offering, Fam
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NewsScotmid marks record Snappy Shopper year with over 200,000 orders
The past year’s number of orders reflects a 21% increase on those made during 2021 and 2022, the equivalent of 42,000 more
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NewsMajestic Wine teams up with Uber Eats to offer rapid booze delivery
The partnership is part of a drive by Majestic to build on online growth experienced since the pandemic.
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NewsCity snapshot: Deliveroo ups earnings guidance despite slowing growth
Deliveroo has upgraded its profit guidance for the year despite falling order numbers amid “challenging macroeconomic conditions”
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NewsBodo expands same-day dark store delivery service beyond London
The expansion means brands can offer faster delivery options to “millions more people across the country”
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Comment & OpinionWhen will Ocado translate its promise into performance?
Ocado is a remarkable idea but the future promises are wearing thin – even if its backers are resolute, says Richard Curry, head of retail at Rapleys
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NewsJust Eat Takeaway CFO Brent Wissink resigns as group returns to profitability
Wissink is stepping down to “pursue other opportunities” and will resign from the board next May
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NewsBestway to save Deliveroo restaurant partners ‘thousands’ with new wholesale tie-up
The offer will be initially available to 1,700 restaurants in Scotland and 6,800 partner sites in central London
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NewsCo-op members to earn rewards via Uber Eats
Members can earn cashback and rewards for their communities when using the rapid delivery app
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NewsNisa retailers to get better terms as symbol teams up with Just Eat
There will also be in-store PoS provided, such as shelf talkers, posters, and window and door stickers, as well as a dedicated telephone support team
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Comment & OpinionDr Daniel E. Lieberman explores ‘comfort crisis’ in motivating Diary of a CEO podcast
Shopping is easier than ever – and we’re suffering for it, according to the expert in physical activity
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Comment & OpinionWaitrose’s Uber Eats partnership – about time or too late?
Nowadays such deals seemingly come as often as takeaway drivers did during the pandemic lockdowns