Deliveroo's first robot deliveries will hit the UK this month
These will use onboard sensors, cameras and AI to trundle around at "walking pace" through public streets to bring orders straight to customers.The robots won't be used for every food or takeaway option. Initially, they'll only accept orders from the likes of Patty & Bun, Signorelli and the restaurant Beam in Wood Wharf. The announcement will spark concerns among human Deliveroo riders, but the company has promised that "the majority of orders will continue to be fulfilled by Deliveroo’s extensive rider network".
- ▪These will use onboard sensors, cameras and AI to trundle around at "walking pace" through public streets to bring orders straight to customers.The robots won't be used for every food or takeaway option.
- ▪Initially, they'll only accept orders from the likes of Patty & Bun, Signorelli and the restaurant Beam in Wood Wharf.
- ▪The announcement will spark concerns among human Deliveroo riders, but the company has promised that "the majority of orders will continue to be fulfilled by Deliveroo’s extensive rider network".
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Tech Deliveroo says its first robot deliveries will start in 5 UK cities soon — but claims the 'majority' of orders will still involve human riders News By Mark Wilson Published 5 October 2026 Expect to see a teal-colored robot near you soon When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Deliveroo) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Deliveroo says its first robot deliveries will start soon in LondonCanary Wharf will get its first four-wheeled robot deliveries this monthFour other UK cities will follow "in the coming weeks and months"Your next Deliveroo…
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