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Amazon expands ultra-fast deliveries in UK and adds same-day fruit and veg
Deliveries in 30 minutes or less coming to Manchester and Birmingham and fresh groceries service to start in London
TL;DR
- Amazon is expanding Amazon Now, its ultra-fast delivery service, to Manchester and Birmingham.
- Same-day delivery of fresh groceries, including fruit and vegetables, is being introduced in London.
- This expansion follows the closure of Amazon's standalone grocery stores.
- Amazon plans to scale its grocery operations more broadly and faster through online services and partnerships.
- The company is increasing its use of robotics and AI in warehouses to enable fast-track deliveries, with drone delivery trials underway in Darlington.
- Amazon is investing £40 billion in the UK over three years from 2025.