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Time of India
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Uber is all set to take on Porter, here's how
Representative image Ride-hailing company Uber is all set to give competition to courier service provider Porter. The company has launched its Courier XL service in the country. The new service will enable the users to send large goods. The Uber Courier XL service has been presently rolled out in Delhi NCR and Mumbai. The company is also working on expanding the service to more cities in the company weeks. The company has revealed that users will be allowed to send lager packages of up to 750 kilograms in Uber XL courier service. Uber has also revealed that it will be using three to four-wheeler vehicles to deliver large shipments. Uber Courier XL is designed forheavier and tech-enabled shipments. Shiva Shailendran, director – consumer and growth, Uber India South Asia, said, 'Courier XL is our answer to a growing demand from users — especially small businesses and households — who need a reliable way to move heavier goods across the city. Whether it's inventory, furniture, or large parcels, we're making big moves simpler and smarter.' According to Uber, the decision to launch Courier XL was driven by the significant growth of its original Courier service, which uses bikes for smaller package deliveries. Uber Courier is currently available in 25 cities and has served over 5 million users. The company reported that deliveries through Courier grew by more than 50% in 2024, with continued growth in the first three months of 2025. Uber's entry into the large goods delivery segment reflects the increasing demand for efficient logistics solutions in India , driven by factors such as the growth of e-commerce and intra-city commerce. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Taking on Porter, Uber launches logistics service Courier XL for delivery of large goods
Ride-hailing firm Uber on Monday launched Courier XL , a service that expands its logistics product Courier, to enable deliveries of large goods. Courier XL has been rolled out in Delhi NCR and Mumbai, with plans to expand to more cities in the coming months. It allows users to send large packages weighing up to 750 kilograms. The company will use three and four-wheeler vehicles to deliver large shipments. Courier XL will offer a fast and tech-enabled solution for heavier shipments, it said. 'Courier XL is our answer to a growing demand from users — especially small businesses and households — who need a reliable way to move heavier goods across the city. Whether it's inventory, furniture, or large parcels, we're making big moves simpler and smarter,' said Shiva Shailendran, director – consumer and growth, Uber India South Asia. According to the company, the new category has been introduced following the growth of Uber Courier, its bike-based package delivery service. Uber Courier is now available in 25 cities and has served over 5 million users. Uber said deliveries through its Courier service grew by more than 50per centin 2024, with growth continuing to rise in the first three months of 2025. Courier XL will compete with the likes of other new-age on-demand services such as Porter, Borzo, and Mover. Porter, which recently closed a $200 million round led by private equity firms Kedaara Capital and Wellington Management, is the largest in this segment, which primarily caters to MSMEs. New-age logistics company Delhivery also has a small presence in this market. Uber saw its operating revenue in India grow by 41per centin the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 to touch Rs 3,762 crore, as it managed to reduce its losses on the back of an improvement in its ride-hailing services and growth in its support and service operations.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Taking on Porter, Uber launches logistics service Courier XL for delivery of large goods
Ride-hailing firm Uber on Monday launched Courier XL , a service that expands its logistics product Courier, to enable deliveries of large goods. #Operation Sindoor The damage done at Pak bases as India strikes to avenge Pahalgam Why Pakistan pleaded to end hostilities Kashmir's Pahalgam sparks Karachi's nightmare Courier XL has been rolled out in Delhi NCR and Mumbai, with plans to expand to more cities in the coming months. It allows users to send large packages weighing up to 750 kilograms. The company will use three and four-wheeler vehicles to deliver large shipments. Courier XL will offer a fast and tech-enabled solution for heavier shipments, it said. 'Courier XL is our answer to a growing demand from users — especially small businesses and households — who need a reliable way to move heavier goods across the city. Whether it's inventory, furniture, or large parcels, we're making big moves simpler and smarter,' said Shiva Shailendran, director – consumer and growth, Uber India South Asia. According to the company, the new category has been introduced following the growth of Uber Courier, its bike-based package delivery service. Uber Courier is now available in 25 cities and has served over 5 million users. Uber said deliveries through its Courier service grew by more than 50% in 2024, with growth continuing to rise in the first three months of 2025. Discover the stories of your interest Blockchain 5 Stories Cyber-safety 7 Stories Fintech 9 Stories E-comm 9 Stories ML 8 Stories Edtech 6 Stories Courier XL will compete with the likes of other new-age on-demand services such as Porter, Borzo, and Mover. Porter, which recently closed a $200 million round led by private equity firms Kedaara Capital and Wellington Management, is the largest in this segment, which primarily caters to MSMEs. New-age logistics company Delhivery also has a small presence in this market. Uber saw its operating revenue in India grow by 41% in the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 to touch Rs 3,762 crore, as it managed to reduce its losses on the back of an improvement in its ride-hailing services and growth in its support and service operations.
Time of India
06-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Uber partners with Nike as official ride partner for After Dark Tour in Mumbai
Uber has partnered with Nike as the official ride partner for the first-ever After Dark Tour (ADT) in Mumbai — a night-time 10K run that aims to celebrate and empower women runners. The event, set to be one of the largest of its kind in India, reflects a shared commitment to making late-evening activities safer and more accessible, especially for women. The collaboration is driven by the insight that many women remain cautious about stepping out after dark due to safety concerns. A consumer survey by Uber revealed that 85 per cent of women in Indian metros have cancelled or altered plans at night over concerns about transport or safety. As the official ride partner, Uber will provide reliable transportation options for ADT participants, supporting travel to the venue and back home after the post-run gathering. Survey data also highlighted that 79 per cent of women feel safer using ride-hailing services at night compared to other forms of transport, and 94 per cent of Uber users agree that such platforms enable more spontaneous night-time decisions. 'Women shouldn't have to plan their lives around safety concerns — they should feel empowered to step out whenever they choose,' said Shiva Shailendran , Director, Consumer & Growth, Uber India and South Asia. 'Our partnership with Nike aims to help make the night feel accessible again.' Tarundeep Singh , GM, Nike India, added, 'The After Dark Tour is about connection, celebration and confidence. Our partnership with Uber ensures women runners can focus on the race, not the commute.' According to Uber's data, key safety features such as live GPS tracking (cited by 70.8 per cent of respondents), emergency button access, and verified driver profiles contribute to a greater sense of security for women. Uber also highlighted findings from an Oxford Economics study showing that ride-hailing has enabled 4 in 10 working women to enter the workforce, with 75 per cent citing safety as a key reason.
