Tele2, foodora launching drone deliveries outside Stockholm

Tele2 AB and foodora, Sweden's leading q-commerce company, are taking a big step toward the future of deliveries by launching drone deliveries. After a successful test phase, the service is now ready for rollout in Värmdö and Gustavsberg, just outside Stockholm, throughout 2025. The first delivery, from Bastard Burgers, will take place on February 14. The plan is to gradually expand the delivery areas.

The drones used are developed by the Norwegian company Aviant, an innovative player in drone technology. This collaboration marks an important step toward faster and more efficient deliveries while reducing climate impact through the use of electric drones.

"We are proud to launch drone deliveries as a new chapter for foodora. With Aviant's advanced drone technology and Tele2's strong connectivity solutions, we can offer our customers an entirely new level of speed and accessibility," says Daniel Gustafsson Raba, Operations Manager at foodora.

The drones will be used for both food and grocery deliveries, and the service is designed to make everyday life easier for customers in areas where quick and convenient access to goods is a priority. To use the service, customers need to fill out a form, after which their delivery address will be verified for compatibility with drone deliveries in the area.

"Our vision is to continue driving innovation for our customers and improving the customer experience by implementing the latest technology. Drone deliveries are a step we believe will change how people shop and receive their goods, adds," Stefan Trampus, Executive Vice President B2B at Tele2.

Tele2, foodora launching drone deliveries outside Stockholm

"At Aviant, we are proud to be part of this collaboration, bringing drone deliveries into large-scale commercial operations. We have already completed thousands of flights in Norway and know firsthand the difference drone transport can make—especially for people in remote areas. Now, together with foodora, we are taking the next step to show how technology can provide more people with fast, efficient, and sustainable food delivery," says Lars Erik Fagernæs, CEO and founder of Aviant.

This technical solution has been made possible through Tele2's reliable and high-performance 5G network, which provides the drones with the stable connection required for safe and efficient deliveries. Aviant's drones are designed for both small and medium-sized deliveries, meeting high standards for safety and durability.

The new delivery method is another example of foodora's commitment to being at the forefront of q-commerce, creating innovative solutions that meet customers' needs in a rapidly changing world.