Walmart expands drone delivery around Tampa Bay
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Walmart is expanding its drone delivery service to five more major US cities, the company announced.
The Retail Corporation plans to provide amenities in parts of Georgia, Florida, North Carolina and Texas, Walmart wrote in a press release. The company already offers drone delivery in Dallas, Texas and Bentonville, Arkansas.
Walmart said it has delivered more than 150,000 drones since it launched in 2021.
“This expansion underscores Walmart’s commitment to shaping a fast and flexible future of retail,” the release reads.
Here’s what you need to know about the service and where it expands:
Walmart expands drone delivery to four new cities
Walmart offers drone delivery in these five new cities, according to its website.
- Atlanta
- Charlotte
- Houston
- Orlando
- Tampa
Which cities already offer Walmart drone delivery?
Walmart currently offers drone delivery in Dallas and its headquarters city in Bentonville, Arkansas.
Including the expanded site, Walmart said it will offer drone delivery services at a total of 100 stores.
“This expansion of drone delivery service marks an important milestone in that journey,” said Greg Cathey, senior vice president of transformation and innovation at Walmart US, in the release. “As the first retailer to expand drone delivery, Walmart once again demonstrates its commitment to leveraging technology to enhance delivery services with a focus on speed.”
How can shoppers use drone delivery in new cities?
Walmart is encouraging you to use drone delivery in Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, Orlando and Tampa to sign up to let you know when the service is available in the market. For shoppers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Walmart said you can check your eligibility here.
When did Walmart begin streaming drones?
Other large companies, including Walmart and Amazon, have started using drone distribution in recent years.
Walmart began testing drone delivery in 2020, and the following year the company announced it had invested in drone company Drone Up. Since then, retailers have continued to provide drone delivery to more markets and customers.
Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter at USA Today. Contact her at nalund@usatoday.com and follow her at x @natalielund.