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Foodpanda-Uber Eats merger awaits trade commission nod
Foodpanda’s merger with Uber Eats in Taiwan awaits the Fair Trade Commission’s decision. The review focuses on market impact and efficiency. Delivery fees will remain stable in 2024.2024/10/18 23:00 -
Transportation ministry apologizes for rushed meeting
The Ministry of Transportation and Communications in Taiwan apologized for a rushed meeting on delivery pricing guidelines. It plans to reschedule talks with stakeholders, including the Consumers’ Foundation, to ensure comprehensive input and protect consumer rights.2024/10/17 21:00 -
Pandemic boom in Taiwan’s food delivery fades as fees bite
Discover how high commission fees charged by food delivery platforms are causing restaurants to reconsider their use, amidst a shifting market dynamic and consumer behavior, according to a recent report.2024/06/27 16:17 -
Executive Yuan flags issues with food delivery acquisition
Explore the potential impacts of Uber Eats acquiring foodpanda on consumers and partner restaurants, including concerns over choice, costs, and membership benefits.2024/05/23 11:48 -
Taiwan’s cold snap leads to food delivery dilemmas
Residents in Taiwan are facing difficulties in getting food delivery services due to persistently low temperatures. The Central Weather Administration issued a cold weather warning, with the lowest temperature dropping to eight degrees Celsius across the country. As a result, many people have chosen to stay indoors, leading to a surge in online complaints about limited delivery options and self-pickup only. Some speculate that couriers are avoiding orders due to the cold weather and low delivery fees, which are as low as NT$30-40 per delivery. This has prompted discussions about the need for higher wages and better working conditions for couriers.2024/01/24 15:54 -
Foodpanda revamps fees with dynamic pricing launch
Foodpanda announces dynamic pricing model for food delivery services in Taipei. Fee changes based on location, distance, and peak hours. Users can expect adjustments from NT$1 to NT$9. Pandapro offers exclusive perks. Uber Eats implements fee reduction plan.2023/08/09 16:56