Uber Eats Taiwan 結果共4筆

Discover how Uber’s acquisition of foodpanda for US$950 million sets the stage for a major shift in Taiwan’s food delivery market, pending regulatory approval. Learn about the potential market impacts and consumer concerns.

Uber to acquire foodpanda’s Taiwan operations for US$950 million, expanding its footprint in Taiwan’s delivery market. The deal includes a US$300 million investment in Delivery Hero and awaits regulatory approval. This strategic move aims to merge foodpanda’s local network with Uber Eats, promising enhanced services for consumers, merchants, and delivery partners across Taiwan.

Uber Eats Taiwan has partnered with electric scooter company Gogoro to launch a Green Delivery Program, aiming to promote sustainability in food deliveries. The program aims to increase the proportion of electric scooters in the Uber Eats fleet from 20 to 40 percent within two years. Gogoro’s swappable battery systems are already used in 26 percent of motorcycle logistics in Taiwan. The collaboration will provide a purchasing and battery subscription plan tailored for delivery partners, encouraging more riders to adopt green mobility. Uber Eats Taiwan aims to achieve zero emissions for global deliveries by 2040. The Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) supports Uber Eats’ objective and will continue to advance subsidy policies to support green initiatives.

Delivery workers in Taiwan are protesting against significant wage cuts by popular food delivery platforms foodpanda and Uber Eats. The number of delivery personnel has increased from 40,000 in 2019 to over 140,000 currently, leading to a decrease in earnings from NT ＄70 per order to below NT＄40. The Chairman of the National Delivery Industrial Union has called for dedicated legislation to protect the workers’ rights and wage standards.