Amazon said it will offer same‑day delivery in 14 Italian cities using electric scooters, adding Verona and Bologna to its existing service in Milan, Rome and Genoa.
Key takeaways
- Service expansion: The company now covers 14 cities, including the newly added Verona and Bologna.
- Electric‑scooter fleet: Deliveries will be made by riders on electric scooters, part of Amazon’s micromobility hubs.
- Future hubs announced: Amazon plans to launch additional micromobility hubs in Cagliari, Lecce, Lucca, Palermo, Salerno and Terni.
- Urban focus: The rollout targets densely populated urban areas to reduce traffic congestion and emissions.
Expansion to Verona and Bologna
Amazon confirmed that its same‑day delivery service, previously available in Milan, Rome and Genoa, will start in Verona and Bologna this month. The company said the new routes will rely on a network of electric scooters operated by independent couriers.
Micromobility hubs
Amazon’s micromobility hubs provide charging stations and parking for the scooters. The firm announced that similar hubs will be set up in six additional cities: Cagliari, Lecce, Lucca, Palermo, Salerno and Terni. The hubs are intended to support the growing fleet of electric scooters used for last‑mile deliveries.
Environmental and logistical goals
By using electric scooters, Amazon aims to cut delivery-related emissions in city centers. The company said the scooters can navigate narrow streets and avoid traffic jams, improving delivery speed and reliability.
Why it matters:
The expansion brings faster online shopping options to more Italian consumers while promoting greener urban logistics. For residents in the Middle East and Egypt, the move illustrates how major e‑commerce firms are adopting electric micromobility to address congestion and pollution in densely populated cities.
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