TechCrunch Industry News Walmart and Wing expand drone delivery to five more U.S. cities
Jun 10, 2025
Walmart and Wing are taking to the skies with an exciting expansion of drone delivery services to five new U.S. cities! The podcast dives into the innovative retail strategies behind this partnership. Listeners can expect insights into how drone technology is reshaping shopping experiences. Plus, there's a sneak peek into collaboration efforts with DoorDash for restaurant deliveries. It's a fascinating look at how innovation is transforming retail logistics!
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Pilot to Rapid Expansion
- Wing partnered with Walmart in 2023 and expanded drone delivery rapidly from two to 18 stores in Dallas-Fort Worth.
- This successful pilot shaped Wing’s drone retail delivery strategy now replicated in new markets.
Walmart Expands Drone Delivery
- Walmart and Wing are expanding drone delivery to over 100 Walmart stores in five new US cities.
- This move reflects Walmart's growing confidence and commitment to redefining retail with drone technology.
Wing Scales Drone Business
- Wing is moving from pilot testing to scaling its drone delivery business significantly.
- They focus on small, lightweight, automated, low-cost drones to keep costs down as operations grow.