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Wing Drones Deliver DoorDash Orders in Australia

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Wednesday, November 09, 2022 at 02:27 PM ET

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A Wing drone carries a DoorDash delivery in the skies over Logan, Australia. [Courtesy: Wing]

Key Takeaways:

DoorDash has launched an on-demand drone delivery pilot in Logan, Australia, in partnership with Alphabet's Wing.
This initiative marks Wing's first integration with a third-party app, allowing DoorDash users to order small items for rapid delivery, typically under 15 minutes.
The service aims to complement existing ground delivery by efficiently handling smaller orders, potentially freeing up human couriers for larger deliveries.
Both companies plan for future expansion and view automation, including drones, as a key strategy to meet demand and enhance delivery efficiency globally.

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Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared on FreightWaves.com.

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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.