Amazon’s drone delivery program is hit by crashes and safety concerns
An investigation based on internal documents, government reports and interviews with employees reveals a program beset by technical challenges, high turnover and safety concerns.
DoorDash surges more than 30% on record-high order numbers
Despite COVID-19's fading threat, pandemic eating habits are sticking, indicating that the "benefit of convenience is enduring.”
The delivery apps making gig work a 'digital wild west'
In Italy, where more experienced or highly ranked Glovo riders get priority when it comes to choosing working shifts, new apps are being used by novice gig workers to get orders.
Chinese EVs find a niche making short-haul deliveries in Japan
Logistics companies in Japan are finding an unlikely white knight in Chinese electric-vehicle manufacturers, whose vans make last-mile deliveries not only cheaper, but cleaner as well.
ANA and JAL plan drone services to boost remote areas and own bottom lines
The two companies see the new services as playing a useful role in supporting local health care provision and disaster preparedness.
Pandemic yields winners and losers in Japan's transport sector
Marine transportation companies benefited from bolstered demand while railways and air carriers went deep into the red.
Yamato and Toyota collaboration yields efficient vaccine delivery system
The delivery firm came up with what it calls the “bus stop” shipping system, in which it sets delivery routes and times according to the opening hours of clinics.
Every second counts as startups race to deliver fresh food
Investors have placed a bet that demand for convenience will drive the next transformation in food retail and help crack the vice-like grip of the big supermarket stores.
Once limited to products such as newspapers, magazines and digital streaming services, subscription services are being developed to allow for luxurious living at home.
The CEO of commercial real estate development firm Pacifica Capital highlights the importance of switching lanes when external circumstances change.
SoftBank is said to invest $450 million in Indian startup Swiggy
The food delivery firm also closed an $800 million funding round from investors including Falcon Edge Capital LP and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. about a week ago.
