The city, which was the first in the UK to host Starship's delivery robots, has been selected as a key location for a new autonomous delivery initiative. This service is a collaboration between Coco Robotics and Deliveroo.
Milton Keynes City Council has a long-standing commitment to fostering innovation and attracting investment in emerging technologies. The city's track record of trialling new ideas makes it an attractive location for organisations seeking to develop and test future transport and service technologies.
Autonomous delivery technology is being explored to support local businesses, offer customers more choice, and potentially reduce short vehicle journeys. Such initiatives are expected to bring investment into the city and create opportunities for local enterprises, enhancing Milton Keynes' reputation as a national testbed for innovation.
The fully electric robots are designed for short-distance, last-mile deliveries and operate at walking pace along pavements. Equipped with advanced sensors and autonomous navigation technology, they are capable of safely navigating busy urban environments to deliver orders directly to customers.
