Independent restaurateurs face tough odds, from steep overhead costs to intense competition with established chains. The pandemic added yet another hurdle — forcing doors shut and drying up foot traffic. For many, survival meant going digital.
Riders coming from impacted cities in Metro Manila, Pampanga, Cavite, Laguna, Bulacan and other provinces have received aid, with foodpanda Logistics planning to extend the relief to more riders in more areas, including in Northern Luzon.
After posting significant growth in 2024, the platform delivery segment is poised to become a key driver of e-commerce in the Philippines in 2025, with revenue projected to reach an estimated $1.28 billion.
foodpanda Philippines managing director Daniel Jaramillo sees the period as an opportunity to highlight how the platform can offer convenience to customers while creating more opportunities for its partners.
Online food and grocery delivery platform foodpanda has been recognized with the Philippines Technology Excellence Award in the Online Services - Retail category for its integrated advertising solution panda ads that has reshaped the way brands connect and engage with their consumers.
Online food and grocery delivery platform foodpanda has introduced a solo meal options from various partner restaurants, all conveniently gathered in one place, with delivery fees as low as P15.
The collaboration is part of a region-wide partnership including other Asian markets like Singapore, Malaysia, and Taiwan to help restaurant partners digitize their ordering, payment, and customer engagement-related processes.
The company said amid reports that cash is still king when it comes to the preferred payment method for online shopping, it is seeing a more neck-and-neck comparison among its customers.
In addition to the interactive and playful games on the ground, the pandaPatrol coaster will generally serve as a support hub for delivery partners where they can personally meet foodpanda representatives to raise any concerns on the spot.
