Uber partners with Zipline for drone deliveries

Uber is partnering with drone company Zipline to launch airborne takeout deliveries later this year, with the stated goal of reaching one million daily drone deliveries by 2029.

The ride-sharing and delivery giant also announced a strategic investment in Zipline, a California-based company that has been operating drone deliveries in Texas since 2025. This move comes as competitors in the delivery sector increase their own drone delivery services, supported by evolving government regulations that permit longer and more cost-effective flights.

Deliveries via Uber Eats are slated to commence in Zipline's current operational area of Dallas-Fort Worth. The service is planned for expansion to dozens of additional cities subsequently. This collaboration aims to leverage Zipline's established drone technology and operational expertise to broaden Uber Eats' service reach and improve delivery efficiency.

The increasing adoption of drone technology in logistics represents a significant industry shift. Uber's agreement with Zipline underscores the company's commitment to integrating advanced technology into its delivery operations. While the target of one million daily drone deliveries is ambitious, it signals the companies' confidence in the potential of drones for rapid and efficient logistics.